6 November | Good luck to the 2020 Matrics

Dear Jeremy

The matric class of 2020 walked out of the Memorial Chapel with their classmates for the final time last week; a memory shared by all ODs. Friends and family to see you off as you head into a new chapter of your life after attending final assembly, prize giving and valedictory. This matric class has certainly taught us how to come together and move forward for the betterment of all.

The article below gives a great look at the proceedings and their visit to the OD Mitre; the gallery contains many pictures taken by Craig Watson (1979S). Join us in wishing the matrics good luck for their final exams in the comments.

This week, we mourn the passing of Melvyn Wallis-Brown, Michael Robottom, Elizabeth MacKenzie and James Sinclair from our community. Nicky Bicket’s (1973F) final UK newsletter of 2020 was sent out and congratulations to Daniel Tate (2016G) who has been awarded the Bishops Rhodes Scholarship. An interesting Q&A with John Gardener (1948G) from the archives for great insights into Bishops history. Back to the present, from issue 6 of The Old Diocesan, Dillyn Leyds (2010S) speaks with Duncan Cruickshank (1985G) about taking his rugby talents to France.

Lastly, Lukhanyo Neer (2008B), the head of the governance sub-committee has invited you to contribute to the formation of a new constitution. Please see ODU announcements. Please share OD news from around the world, we’d love to publish stories of what you’ve been up to.

Kind regards,

Jeremy Ryall (2014F)

ODU Office

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OD Stories Around The World

Welcome to the Matric Class of 2020 and well done

The matric class of 2020 walked out of the Memorial Chapel with their classmates for the final time last week; a memory shared by all ODs.

Daniel Tate (2016G): 2021 Bishops Rhodes Scholar

We congratulate Daniel Tate (2016G) on being selected as the 2021 Bishops Rhodes Scholar.

The Opulent Garden Spring Market - Silvermist Organic Wine Estate

OD Gregory Louw (2000S) will host The Opulent Garden Spring Market at his farm on 8 November from 09:00 - 16:00pm.

UK Monthly Newsletters | The last of 2020 (November)

The final (November) UK newsletter of the year can be viewed here, curated by Nicky Bicket (1973F).

The Old Diocesan

We’re currently in issue 6 of the Old Diocesan Magazine. All issues can be found here.

Before he headed to France to continue his celebrated professional rugby career, Dillyn Leyds (2010S) chatted to Duncan Cruickshank (1985G) about Bishops, rugby and a few things in between. Follow the link below to read the full story found in issue 6 of The Old Diocesan.

The music might have temporarily stopped for the local wine industry in 2020, but that hasn’t prevented one of our current rock stars banging out the hits. Brandon de Kock (1986K) tracked down Chris Alheit (1990O) to find out how he does it in issue 6 of The Old Diocesan.

Angus Stewart Duncan | War Hero

Angus's last letter back home to the parents of the late Lt. George Alexander was considered his best. In the words of Frank Reid (1895-1904), everyone would be better for reading the whole of it.

Q&A with John Brett Gardner (1948G)

In June 2013 the 11th Principal of the College, John Gardener, answered a few questions curated by a group of then Bishops students. The Q&A offers great insight into the history of Bishops.

OD Clubs and Interest Groups

Our clubs and societies have been increasing day-by-day, thank you for getting involved. In 2021 we will be hosting our first OD Golf Championship to find out who is the OD golfing great and will become an annual event. To make sure you do not miss out sign up to the golf page (link below) and join the whatsapp group.

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ODU Announcements

As previously reported, one of the projects undertaken by your committee is the reformation of the OD constitution. It became evident during the course of last year that the current constitution is not fit for purpose and that a fresh constitution should be adopted. Your committee has established a program, through its Governance Sub-Committee, which will allow the presentation of a new constitution for adoption at the next AGM (March next year) and work has begun.

The purpose of this message is to invite any OD who might be interested in participating in that program in any way (such as research, drafting or participating in discussions) to let us know of that interest by sending an email to Dedry at [email protected]

Lukhanyo Neer (2008B) - Head of governance sub-committee

Milestone Birthdays

We would like to congratulate the following who will be celebrating their 80th birthday during the month of November; Michael Savage (1958W) on the 4th, Alexander McDonald (1958G) on the 19th and Jeremy Heesom (1958W) on the 20th.

School News

Inter-House Debating Finals

The motion debated was 'In South Africa, this house supports defunding the police'. #DefundThePolice was a movement in USA after the murder of George Floyd.

Composer's Concert 2020 Part 1

This is 1st of three composer's concerts. It is usually around this time of year that the College showcases their best composers in a concert that would have been live.

Passing of Friends

Melvyn Wallis-Brown | 1940 – 2020

Former staff member, Melvyn Wallis-Brown, passed away on Tuesday 27 October in Cape Town. Our thoughts are with his wife, Ann, daughter, Bridget Rippon and sons Michael and Stuart.

Michael Robottom (1958W) | 1942 - 2020

Mike passed away Monday evening 26 October after a heart attack. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mike's wife, Janet, daughter, Jane and son, Charles and their families during this time.

Elizabeth Rose MacKenzie | 1928 - 2020

Betty, as she was known, passed away peacefully during the early hours of Wednesday 28 October. Betty was Principal Anthony Mallet's PA for many years. We send our thoughts and prayers to her family.

James McLure Sinclair (1956W) | 1938 – 2020

Jim passed away on October 16th in Johannesburg. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ann, Doug and Jeanie at this time.

Upcoming Events

The inaugural meeting of the 'OD Cannabis Society'

Starts: 28 Nov 2020 at 12:00
Ends: 28 Nov 2020 at 15:00

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