This morning, members of our School community gathered on the Secondary School oval, with Barbara Sutton Hall as a backdrop, to officially kick off its much-anticipated redevelopment.
Students, staff, council members, life governors, and donor representatives came together to celebrate this significant milestone, each contributing to the future of our cherished Hall. We were also thrilled to have our project partners, including 2Construct, MGS Architects, Accuraco Project Management, and Prowse Quantity Surveyors, in attendance. Our broader community, including parents, donors, and alum, were invited to participate via livestream, sharing in the joy and importance of this event.
The ceremony was an opportunity to reflect on and honour Barbara Sutton Hall’s lasting legacy —a venue that has nurtured connection, celebration, and community for over 35 years—while looking forward to the exciting redevelopment ahead.
We were honoured to have Former Principal Dr Barbara Fary OAM with us. Barbara recalls walking through the Barbara Sutton Hall construction site in 1988, just before it was finished, prior to her commencement as Principal. It is particularly special that she was present at the Hall’s redevelopment commencement.
We also had the privilege of being joined by Murrundindi, Head Man and Elder of the Wurundjeri tribe, who gave a Welcome to Country – a meaningful occasion of reflection and spiritual grounding that paid homage to the Country and the traditional custodians of this land.
As we enter this next chapter of redevelopment, we extend our gratitude to all who have supported this project so far and we look forward to sharing updates as construction progresses in the coming weeks.
The Flute Ensemble provided lovely pre-ceremony entertainment.
Murrundindi, Head Man and Elder of the Wurundjeri tribe, gave a Welcome to Country.
Chair of Council - Dr Nikita Weikhardt.
Principal - Debbie Dunwoody.
School Chaplain - Rev Helen Creed.
Three members of our School community were invited to formally turn the soil. Firstly, our Principal, Debbie Dunwoody, who has championed this project as part of the school’s long-term vision.
Secondly, Keira Lyons, who as Head of Drama & Performing Arts, has taught for over 17 years in the Barbara Sutton Hall, bringing the space to life through drama and music.
Jenny W is one of our Year 7 students. Jenny is an exceptional musician and represents the next generation of learners who will use this reimagined space.
Principal, Debbie Dunwoody, Former Principal, Dr Barbara Fary OAM (centre) and other Life Governors.
(left to right) Chair of Property Committee - Steve Burrows, Chair of Council - Dr Nikita Weikhardt, Principal - Debbie Dunwoody and Chief Financial and Operating Officer - Stephen Cuddon.
Members of School Council
Representatives from project partners, 2Construct, MGS Architects, Accuraco Project Management, and Prowse Quantity Surveyors.
Director of Development - Andrew Burnell and Principal - Debbie Dunwoody.
Principal, Debbie Dunwoody and Junior School Captains, Audrey and Neesha, and Secondary School Captains, Abigail, Angela and Nysa.
Principal, Debbie Dunwoody, outgoing PFA President, Cindy Wong and incoming PFA President, Fiona Nicholson-Stocker.
(left to right) Head of Drama & Performing Arts, Keira Lyons, Director of Music (Instrumental), Rohan Mack, and Director of Music (Curriculum), Kate Savige.
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