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As we were wandering around the library, we noticed all the way at the top of the long serving staff list was a name we were all quite unfamiliar with: Mr Sanguinetti. Curiosity piqued, we quickly set out on a quest to learn more about this man. We got in touch with Mr Sanguinetti to hear his experiences during his time at Trinity. While he was a man of few words, we managed to gain some insights…

How many years have you worked at Trinity?

I’ve been working at Trinity for 57 years now.

We understand that you take care of the grounds at Bulleen, what’s that role like?

It’s much more relaxing and less pressure now that most of the sport seasons are over *haha*. My main role is to make sure that the place is secure and that no undesirables are on the property. There’s not a lot going on at the moment, so it’s pretty quiet around here.

(That’s if we’re ignoring Bulleen’s never ending road works…)

Have there been any really meaningful moments working across your 57-year career?

Yeah, there’s quite a few which come to mind. I was fortunate to have lunch with General Norman Schwarzkopf, a US general. That was very interesting and memorable. I’ve also met a lot of OTGs and people through my time at Trinity.

Can you name your favourite sports match you’ve ever seen?

One of the most memorable matches was back in 1969 when Trinity’s football squad first beat Assumption at Victoria Park. *Chuckles* That was a pretty hectic match.
What would you say has changed about Trinity the most over the course of your career?
The buildings of course! Heaps of the buildings which you all probably see as commonplace weren’t there back when I started. Arnold hall, the Tudor centre and the ovals out at Bulleen used to be much bigger…

So, what would you say is your favourite place at Trinity?

I’ve never really thought about a favourite place, but I suppose where we spread Don Marles’ ashes with his family is a very special place.

Do you have anything you’d like Trinity students to hear?

That’s a bit of a tough one…
I’d say you’re all very lucky to be at Trinity. So, stay as long as long as you need to and then when you move on, have a great career!

Last question: are you a Roxeth reader?

I’ve only recently been able to access it and I’ve started to tune in since last term.
(Looks like we have a readership beyond Trinity senior school!)