Barker College Alumni

JUNIOR SCHOOL// This week at assembly, Angus Abadee (Class of 2007) presented Junior School students with Barker Alumni Spirit Awards.

Well done to all and thank you to Angus for joining us and addressing the students.

The Barker Alumni Spirit Awards are given to students who demonstrate the Barker values and Barker Spirit in their attitude and approach across the School.

Our Silent Auction is now open.

Bid on a curated collection of extraordinary Indigenous artworks, from paintings to larrikitj poles and weavings, created by artists from North-East Arnhem Land and Darkinjung Country. Each piece carries deep cultural meaning and tells a powerful story.

All proceeds will support our goal of raising $500,000 for Indigenous scholarships, creating greater opportunity for First Nations students at Barker.

Bidding is open online until 7:30pm, 11 June, whether you’re joining us at the Cocktail Party or supporting from home.

✨ Place your bid and be part of something meaningful - https://www.32auctions.com/IndigenousEducation2026

The highly anticipated world premiere of First, Do No Harm by Grace Malouf, directed by Charley Allanah, is a razor-sharp exploration of medical ethics, bodily autonomy, and a family pushed to the brink. Starring Josh Merten, Class of 2020!

📅24th June - 4th July
📍KXT on Broadway, Ultimo
⌚7:30pm - 9pm.
🎫Tickets and details here: https://events.humanitix.com/first-do-no-harm

At the height of her campaign for President of the Australian Medical Association, renowned surgeon Melissa Annous faces an unthinkable crisis. Her son Alexei, an Olympic hopeful, reveals to her and his father Robbo that he has a secret that could upend all of their ambitions.

With a strictly limited season from June 24 - July 4, this is not one you want to miss!

SPIRIT AWARDS// We were delighted to welcome Jenni-Lee Williams (Class of 1981) to present Year 12 students with Barker Alumni Spirit Awards recently.

These Awards acknowledge students who demonstrate the Barker values and Barker Spirit in their attitude and approach across the School.

Well done to all and thank you to Ms Williams for addressing the students.

BACK TO BACKER DAY// Check out all the highlights from last weekend's Back to Barker Day!

Barker College - Back to Barker Day 2026 All the highlights from our Back to Barker Day on Saturday 23 May w...

Indigenous Education Fundraising Raffle

The School is raffling two beautiful artworks - Marrŋu, an etching on paper by North-East Arnhem Land artist Datjuluma Guyula and Kauwal Matara – Many Hands by contemporary Indigenous artist, Judith Franklin, a proud Darkinjung woman living on the Central Coast.

This raffle will support our efforts to raise $500,000 towards the funding of Indigenous scholarships for our First Nations children.

Tickets are $20 each or 3 for $50 for Datjuluma Guyula’s artwork and $50 per ticket or 5 for $200 for the Judith Franklin's artwork, and can be purchased via https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1565739

The winners will be drawn at 9am on Monday 1 June.

CHAPLAINCY// Yesterday, we were delighted to welcome members of the Griffiths family and special guests back to Barker for a meaningful occasion - the naming of The Rev. John Griffiths’ Chaplaincy Centre.

This moment recognised Rev. Griffiths’ lifelong connection to Barker as a student, alumnus and leader, and honoured his decades of faithful service to our community. His steadfast faith, thoughtful leadership and deep commitment have shaped generations and continue to influence the life of the School.

We are proud to recognise his enduring legacy through the Chaplaincy Centre, a space that will continue his work of care, guidance and faith for years to come.

BACK TO BARKER DAY// A wonderful day celebrating connection, community and shared Barker history!

We were delighted to welcome Barker Alumni, spanning the Class of 1951 through to the Class of 2025, and guests from Knox for a memorable day of reunion and reflection.

The program began with School tours and visits to the Archives at 10am, followed by the Barker Alumni Gold AGM at 11am for those who graduated 50+ years ago. Guests then gathered for networking drinks and lunch with more than 160 attendees, where our guest speakers Melissa Mitchell-Gumley (Class of 2005) and Luke Reimer (Class of 2018) shared their journeys since leaving Barker. The day culminated with the Barker v Knox 1st XV Rugby match, kicking off at 3.15pm.

A special day bringing generations of Barker alumni together and celebrating the enduring strength of our community.

FOUNDATION// This year marks the tenth anniversary of Darkinjung Barker and a decade of life‑changing educational partnership with First Nations young people. Our shared task is to secure the future for our First Nations children, particularly those from Darkinjung Barker who wish to remain part of the Barker community.

We invite you join us on June 11 to help raise $500,000 to fund scholarships for First Nations students to attend Barker College for their Secondary education.

📅Thursday 11 June 2026
⌚5.30pm - 8.00pm
📍Deloitte, Quay Quarter Tower. Level 47, 50 Bridge Street, Sydney.
🎫 $500 per person, includes food, beverages and a voluntary tax-deductible donation of $350
🎫 RSVP by 4.00pm on Friday 5 June 2026.

To purchase your ticket, head to https://www.barker.college/news-events/indigenous-education-fundraising-cocktail-party/

We look forward to welcoming you to a meaningful and purpose-driven evening.