Boldness be my friend

To me, the essence of the school motto is all about integrity, caring for others before self-interest, even when it might appear hard. Pushing yourself in your workplace, studies, sport or hobbies can sometimes be difficult, with it likely easier to remain within your comfort zone. Taking a leap of faith can sometimes result in life’s course altered for the better. A mantra which was often said during my time at Trinity was “Boldness be my friend”.

The OTGA’s work is focused on community, connections, careers and the clubs. Whilst physical courage can most obviously be seen on the sporting field there is a different kind of courage shown within other parts of the community. A great example is often shown at some of our social events with people putting themselves out there to make new friendships, particularly by those who are OTGs that have left the school some time ago.

I had the pleasure of attending the Stephen Jones ‘Be Glorious’ Leadership Breakfast, a fantastic celebration of the life of Stephen (OTG 1996) and the leadership qualities he embodied. It was a fantastic time to reflect. What was particularly powerful was the interview with special guest Alisa Camplin-Warner AM & Olympian, and the courage she showed to become Australia’s first Winter Olympic Gold Medallist. Alisa’s focus, determination and skill didn’t slow down upon her retirement from aerial skiing, but were quickly applied to her professional and philanthropic pursuits.

With the start of the new year, we look forward to quite a number of events run by both the OTGA and the school. As we look to expand our focus on reaching and reconnecting the OTG community, this year we look to relaunch the ‘CBD Lunch’, bringing together a group who may not have caught up since prior to COVID lockdowns.

I must thank those OTGA Committee members who have served but have decided to finish their time on the committee last year. We welcome new committee members who bring fresh ideas and enthusiasm. As is customary, last year’s School Captain Charlie White (OTG 2024) has accepted the invitation to join the committee. We look forward to the contributions of Charlie and Andy Hii (OTG 1998), who has previously been involved with the OTGAFC and is a current parent at Trinity.

I hope to see you at  one of our upcoming events, including the OTGA CBD Lunch on Thursday 31 July, the OTGA Community Breakfast on Thursday 4 September or the OTG/TGS current parent evening (Dads’ Night) on Wednesday 20 August.

As we head into the winter sports season, I want to wish our clubs all the best for their seasons ahead, in representing the Trintiy community.

It takes a big team effort between Trinity Grammar School, the OTGA, the OTG Clubs and many others to continue to foster these important connections.

Once Trinity students finish their secondary education, we are proud to continue to foster a deep and continuous affiliation with the school and its broader community.

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