29 August 2025
One of the best things about community is that everyone has their own passion, their “thing.” What makes St Peter’s College special is not only that individuality, but the way we take an interest in each other’s pursuits. This is what binds us as a community.
The Intercollegiate fixtures are a remarkable tradition, 154 years in the making, that remind us we are part of something much bigger than ourselves. When our boys step into the arena, they don’t just represent themselves; they represent generations of SPSC students who came before them, and the entire community that stands beside them. As spectators, we too play our part by showing respect, support and school spirit. Qualities such as graciousness, humility and fun should shine through both in competition and on the sidelines.
Last week, I was incredibly proud of how these qualities were lived out. Our boys participated and spectated with dignity and warmth, embodying the very best of St Peter’s College. It was a privilege to listen to our sporting captains speak with humility and gratitude, recognising their opponents and celebrating the opportunity Intercol provides.
Spectating across the fixtures was a valuable educational experience in itself. It was an opportunity to turn up for others, to take an interest beyond one’s own sphere, and to share in the endeavour of others. A St Peter’s College education is not a transaction, but a shared exchange of wisdom, participation and community. Our School Vice Captain Tiger Liu captures this perfectly in his reflection of Intercol.
I congratulate all of our teams on their efforts, thank our staff for their dedication and commitment throughout the season, and extend my gratitude to families for their ongoing support. Together, we honour the legacy of Intercol and continue to build a culture of belonging and respect at St Peter’s College.
That same sense of celebration was on display in the Junior and Senior schools as our students and staff embraced the annual Book Week Festival and the theme ‘Book an Adventure.’ In a true team effort, with invaluable contributions from parents and staff, a host of creative costumes were paraded around Girdlestone Oval in an event that evoked much joy. Thank you to our library staff for curating a magical week of activities that nurture our School’s reading culture and inspire a love of reading in our boys.
It was also a pleasure to meet Year 5 student Abraham Lee and discuss his award-winning essay “If it happened here: The impact of a nuclear bomb on Adelaide,” which received second prize in the Commemorative Writing Topic at this year’s Oliphant Science Awards. You can read his essay here.
Finally, congratulations to our boys who won the School Sport SA Years 10 to 12 State Knockout Badminton Championships for the seventh year in a row.
I wish you all a wonderful weekend.
Tim Browning
Headmaster
