From the President – March 2025
Dear Alumni
Another month has passed, and hence here is my Interim President’s contribution for 1 March 2025.
In my message last month, I referenced the upcoming reunion, which was held on Saturday 15 February. It was a fabulous evening. I would like to thank Principal Jennifer Oaten and the College staff who dedicated their weekend to supporting the alumni reunion function. I do feel compelled to make a special mention of the quality of the catering. The potato-spun gluten-free prawns were a visual work of art and delicious, too. The food was plentiful and excellent. A big thank you to those in the kitchen behind the scenes who deserve their own accolade. I received several positive remarks from our guests as I was serving canapes.
Our next alumni occasion will be the Old Girls’ Association Committee Biennial General Meeting (BGM) at 6.30 pm on Monday 17 March, at the College. At the BGM, current committee members and any newcomers who have completed expressions of interest to take up positions for the next two years, will be considered and then nominations confirmed. You should have received communication from Chelsea Weaver, Foundation & Alumni Officer who welcomed expressions of interest. After the BGM has been held, the current positions of interim President and interim Vice President will be replaced by President and Vice President, which may or may not be held by the current interim position holders. Immediately following the BGM, we will hold a regular committee meeting.Â
The date and venue for the 2025 OGA Movie Night are locked in, and we can’t wait to see you there! Tickets are now available, so be sure to book yours. For all the details, click here.
I hope that those of you who have daughters or sons at school, wherever they may attend, have experienced a positive start to the 2025 school year.
Finally, a big welcome to the class of 1975, the new Golden Girls. You can now look forward to the annual Golden Girls lunch later in the year.
Mary Bairstow, Acting President – Old Girls’ Association
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Author: Santa Maria College
Santa Maria College is a vibrant girls school with a growing local presence and reputation. Our Mission is to educate young Mercy women who act with courage and compassion to enrich our world. Santa Maria College is located in Attadale in Western Australia, 16 km from the Perth CBD. We offer a Catholic education for girls in Years 5 – 12 and have 1300 students, including 152 boarders.
Join the OGA Committee – Expressions of Interest Now Open
Expressions of interest are now open for alumni who would like to join the Santa Maria College Old Girls’ Association Committee. The committee helps strengthen lifelong connections between past students through events and initiatives that build belonging, celebrate alumni achievements, and support the ongoing spirit of the Santa Maria community. Alumni from a range of backgrounds and graduation years are encouraged to apply.
Save the Date – Joint Aquinas College & Santa Maria College Event
The joint Aquinas and Santa Maria alumni event will be held on Friday 18 September 2026. It is being organised by the Santa Maria College Old Girls’ Association Committee in partnership with Aquinas College and will bring together alumni from both Colleges for an evening of reconnecting, conversation, drinks, and light refreshments.
Sisterhood Alumni Networking Series with Dr Carmen Lawrence
We are launching our 2026 Sisterhood Alumni Networking Series with an evening featuring distinguished past student Dr Carmen Lawrence. The event includes a special Q&A session exploring her career in psychology, politics, education, and social change. It will be held at Santa Maria College on Wednesday 10 June from 6.00 pm to 7.30 pm.
