Old Hamptonians Association Inc

Special event and mini re-union - Laying of Plaques Sun 26 October 2008 at Hampton High Reserve Hampton High History 1935 - 1988
The unveiling of two bronze plaques was carried out by the Mayor of Bayside City Council, Cr Andrew McLorinan, supported by Cr James Long, Smith Ward representative, and Mr Murray Thompson MLA for Sandringham. The two plaques carry the names of School Principals, School Council Chairpersons, School Captains (male and female), together with long serving school office staff, teachers, cleaning staff, and reference to the Mother’s Club over the period 1935 - 1988. The Park opened from 11.30 am - 3.30 pm on the day. Our Patron and Old Hamptonian Dr Ross Smith, former player of the St Kilda football club, and VFL Brownlow Medallist acted as Master of Ceremonies. Approx 120 former students and staff members enjoyed a "mini-reunion" on a pleasant sun-filled afternoon. A raffle was held and the Committee acknowledges the support of local traders in Hampton who donated excellent prizes. We would also like to acknowledge the untiring work and effort put in by committee member Geoff Grant, who was instrumental in getting this project up and running initially, and arranging for the production of the Plaques, Liaising with the City of Bayside, and organising generally the days' procedures.... a BIG thankyou Geoff. Please give these local traders your support when shopping in Hampton. Hampton Fruit Market ; The Coachman Mens Wear ; Hampton Newsagency ; Cafe Hampton ; Clean Skin Bottle Shop ; National Pharmacies ; Superior Office Supplies ; Ian Marks Cellars ; Kidna Books ; Guardian Pharmacies.
Click on these Thumbnails to view full size Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Photo 5 Photo 6 These photos and the audio equipment used were supplied free by Bruce Bathols, Commonwealth - Authorised Marriage and Civil Celebrant. Tel (03) 9772 8867 Web: www.bbcelebrant.com.au	Photo 1 Plaque with Principals and School Captains. Photo 2 Plaque with Long Serving Staff Members. Photo 3 HHS Patron Dr Ross Smith introduces guest speakers Cr Andrew McLorinan is on the right of photo, Geoff Grant is next to him with head bowed, Cr James Long is at left of photo. Photo 4 Cr James Long addresses the visitors. Dr Ross Smith is at the left of the photo in the background. Photo 5 Cr McLorinan, Old Hamtonians President Joan Bennett, and Committee member Geoff Grant await the official opening. Photo 6 Geoff Grant presents former Mayor of the City of Moorabbin Gerald Bastefield AOM with a special Certificate acknowledging his 25 years of service to the School Council All other photos are casual shots of the attendees. Photos are approx 400 Kbytes in size, and may load slowly on a Dial-UP internet connection.