Friends of Grammar: a story of enduring service and commitment
The formal establishment of Friends of Grammar in the 1960s has had positive reverberations throughout the School community ever since.
People
History of the Chapel Choir
Chapel services have been a part of School life since it began in 1858. The first hint of Chapel Choir occurs in The Melburnian in 1886.
A gift of care and affection
Harold Down was the second Principal of Grimwade House. Pierre Gorman (OM 1942) was one of his students. Here is their story.
Connections across time through sporting prowess
Four of the school’s most intricate and beautiful sports trophies are linked by an Australian Prime Minister and an Olympian.
London Dinner Centenary speech
The transcript of the Address by President of the Old Melburnians presented at the London Dinner Centenary event in June 2019.
The 1916 First VIII
Eight of the 1916 First Rowing crew served in WW1. Perhaps, what is most remarkable is how many returned home.
The Bickersteth crucifix and prayer book
Former School Chaplain, Rev’d Bickersteth ministered to soldiers on the Western Front during WWI using his cross and prayer book.