OGA Blog

Acting OGA President Mary Bairstow shares updates on alumni activities, including the Golden Girls’ Lunch, committee changes, and a call...

Discover exciting opportunities at Santa Maria College for Year 5 (2026) and Year 7 (2028). Applications are open, and interviews...

Grace Ritchie, a 2019 Santa Maria graduate, exemplifies passion and persistence. From early graphic design to a career in modelling,...

Discover the inspiring journey of Jacida Lombardini. From 2015 graduate to a Rural Manager at Rabobank Australia. Follow the story...

Explore the collaborative efforts between schools, parents, and the government to promote the digital wellbeing of young people. Learn about...

The Power of Drama" explores the transformative impact of drama on students, emphasising resilience, confidence, and community building. Through their...

Cyber safety expert Paul Litherland shares crucial insights with Santa Maria College families on navigating the digital world safely. Covering...

The annual Golden Girls Luncheon at Santa Maria College celebrates more than 50 years of alumni connections. This year’s event...

In the November edition of the Old Girls' Association Blog, we warmly welcome the Class of 2024 and extend our...

We bid farewell to Gemma Varone, President of the Old Girls’ Association, honouring her inspiring leadership and dedication over the...

Santa Maria College alumni Paola Anselmi (1983) shares her journey from medical studies in Italy to a thriving career in...

Discover the inspiring career journey of Magenta Porter, a Santa Maria College alumna, who has navigated diverse roles and industries...

Since graduating in 2010, Jasminka Zaneta has turned her passion for fashion into the vibrant brand, Zanetta. In this interview,...

Peta Christensen (Class of 1989) transitioned from journalism to a career in permaculture and sustainability, ultimately dedicating over two decades...

Santa Maria College nurtures a strong sense of community and sisterhood among its students and alumni. From mentoring programs to...

Jessica Smith (2009), turned her passion for digital art into a successful career as a concept artist in the video...

After graduating from Santa Maria College, Georgia Portlock (2020) pursued teaching and lacrosse. Currently studying Secondary Education, she has also...

As Year 12 students approach graduation, they face a world of new opportunities and challenges. This milestone marks the end...

In the October edition of the Old Girls' Association Blog, we feature alumni Mercy Award finalists Diann Black and Libby...

Elizabeth Wilkes (1984) has been part of the Santa Maria College community for nearly 50 years. From her time as...

Gabby Blyth (Chaffer, 1999) returns to Santa Maria College as our new Head of Admissions. Her lifelong connection to the...

Charlotte Italiano (Class of 2019), transitioned from a passion for theatre to a rewarding career in journalism after discovering her...

As Term 3 comes to a close, we reflect on the achievements of our students at Santa Maria College. This...

Diann Black (Class of 1982), is a proud past student of Santa Maria College and one of our 2024 Mercy...

Last week marked a major milestone for Santa Maria College with the groundbreaking of our new Cultural Centre. This dynamic...

Mercy Day 2024 at Santa Maria College was a special celebration filled with faith, unity, and community spirit. From a...

Discover how to help your daughter find her passion! Learn from real-life stories of alumni who turned their interests into...

Welcome to the September edition of the Old Girls’ Association Blog. This month, we celebrate the inaugural Mercy Awards, recognising...

We hosted an inspiring Sisterhood Networking Session with Sandra Boyle, a pioneer in mediation and negotiation. Sandra shared her incredible...

Construction has officially begun on the Cultural Centre, an eagerly awaited space designed to offer state-of-the-art facilities for Dance, Drama,...