WHO ARE THE OLD SAINTS

About us

Welcome to the Old Saints’ website – the hub for All Saints’ College alumni. Stay connected and discover information about events, activities and volunteering opportunities.

Who are the Old Saints?

The Old Saints, also known as the Former Students’ Association, is a dynamic and diverse community of more than 4,900 graduates living and working across the globe. Upon completing one year at All Saints’ College, students automatically become members of this thriving community, maintaining lifelong connections with ASC and one another. There are no fees or formal memberships required to be part of the Old Saints’ community.

The Old Saints' Committee

Established in 1986, the Old Saints’ Committee serves as the voice of our alumni community and enhances ties between former students and the College.

The committee, which comprises Old Saints from various graduating years, is dedicated to fostering a strong sense of connection and engagement among our alumni. We actively support initiatives such as reunions, Year 12 events, Futures opportunities, the Service and Endeavour Award, Old Saints' Walk, and more.

Why join the Committee?
  • It’s a great way to give back to ASC
  • Networking/volunteering opportunities
  • Develop ideas for new and existing activities and events
  • Grow your skill set
  • Could represent the Old Saints on the College Board

All Old Saints are welcome to join; there are only four annual meetings. Reach out to us at oldsaints@allsaints.wa.edu.au

2024 Old Saints' Committee

EXECUTIVE
Victoria Green (née Paul)
President

Class of

1999

Victoria Philp
Vice President

Class of

1998

Sian Angel (née Morgan)
Secretary

Class of

2002

Mark Balding
Treasurer

Class of

1988

MEMBERS
Kim Basanovic (née Angel)

Class of

1999

Karen Geappen (née Sheh)
College Board Representative

Class of

2000

Kirsty Johnson

Class of

2016

Divya Josey

Class of

2023

Ellen Walkemeyer (née Smith)

Class of

2020

Jared Walkemeyer

Class of

2020

Sue Wilson (née Leslie)

Class of

1985

Timeline

Take a look at some key moments in the Old Saints’ history below.

9 February 1981

Opening Ceremony

The official opening of All Saints’ College took place on 9 February 1981. Sir Richard Trowbridge, Governor of Western Australia, unveils the plaque to commemorate the opening.

1 January 1985

ASC's First Year 12 Cohort

Finally, the College had its first Year 12 cohort in 1985. There’s no official photograph of the group, as in those days the College didn’t take an image of the cohort.

Image: Year 10K 1983

11 February 1986

First Meeting of the Former Students' Association

With the Foundation cohort graduating at the end of 1985, the Former Students’ Association (now known as the Old Saints) was formed with their first meeting taking place in early 1986.

22 October 1993

FSA Inaugural Annual Dinner

The Former Students’ Association hosted its first alumni dinner at the College, with Mr John Bednall (former ASC Deputy Principal) as the special guest speaker.

1 June 2012

Old Saints' Magazine

The Old Saints’ magazine, Dovetails, was published in June 2012. The publication name was selected after community members submitted options as part of a competition. Originally four pages, Dovetails is now over 30 pages, and there have been 22 more editions since it was first published. In the early 2000s, the Former Students Association published a monthly FSA News to the alumni community.

1 January 2013

Inaugural Old Saints' Scholarship recipient

Georgia Balding (Class of 2018) received the first Old Saints’ Scholarship to enter Year 7 in 2013. Her father, Mark Balding (Class of 1988), and brother Finlay Balding (Class of 2022), also attended ASC, and her grandfather Stan Balding is a former staff member of the College.

1 November 2014

Beers, Bubbles & Bites – Back to All Saints’ for Old Saints

In November 2014, the College held its first Beers, Bubbles & Bites function to allow Old Saints from all graduating years to return to campus and reconnect with their peers and former staff in an enjoyable and relaxed setting. The event also coincided with All Saints’ Day, and those in attendance enjoyed the traditional shortbread biscuits adored by Old Saints.

Governance

Explore our Constitution and Strategic Plan below to learn more about the rules, principles, and future strategic vision of the Former Students’ Association (Old Saints’ Committee).

Constitution

The Former Students’ Association (Old Saints’ Committee) operates under the guidelines of the Associations Incorporated Act 2015. Click the link below to read our Constitution.

Strategic Plan

The Old Saints’ Committee is driven by the goals and priorities outlined in its Strategic Plan. Discover more about the Committee’s vision by clicking the link below.

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