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Berwick College Alumni, Manuka Road Berwick, Melbourne (2026)

25/08/2026

Looking at this photo of our students, it’s hard not to wonder where their paths will lead ✨

Right now, they’re simply students.. One day, they’ll be Berwick College Alumni - with careers, adventures, achievements and stories of their own.

And who knows? Perhaps years from now, we’ll look back at this photo and recognise the faces of people whose stories have become part of Berwick College history. Stories we can share with future generations of students.

For now, they’re still writing those stories.

Future alum. Current students. Part of the Berwick story 🩵

20/08/2026

🎓 This Science Week, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on Aaditya Singh, a 2014 Berwick College Alumni and former School Captain, who has built an inspiring career as a Sonographer, combining science, technology and patient care to help diagnose and understand the human body.

After graduating from Berwick College, Eddie Singh completed a Bachelor of Science, followed by postgraduate study in Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound, including a Master of Medical Ultrasound (Research). Today, alongside his clinical practice and research, he has the opportunity to mentor and train the next generation of sonographers.

His passion for healthcare was sparked during his time at Berwick College, particularly through Year 12 Biology with Ms Duncan, whose enthusiasm for the subject helped inspire his career pathway. He also fondly remembers Year 12, the Year 12 Formal, Metalwork and Woodwork with Mr Batistia, and IT classes with Ms Longwill.

💬 Aaditya’s advice to our current Year 11 and 12 students?

"Your ATAR does not define who you are or what you are capable of achieving. There are many different pathways to reaching your career goals."

He encourages students to stay curious, ask questions, step outside their comfort zones, build relationships with their teachers and, most importantly, choose a career that genuinely interests them.

"When you're passionate about what you do, learning becomes enjoyable, challenges become opportunities, and success tends to follow."

This Science Week, it’s great to hear from one of our alumni about where an interest in science can lead.

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03/08/2026

How cool is our Berwick College Alumni Program?! 💫

Willing to share your story? Get in touch with us - [email protected] or send us a message here 📩

02/08/2026

Well Done Bec Henderson 👏💙
We're SO proud!

27/07/2026

🎓 Alumni Spotlight: Virginia Danahay (née Green, Class of 1990)

For this Berwick College Alumni, a love of learning, literature and teaching has shaped a career that came full circle, taking her from a Berwick College student to an educator inspiring the next generation.

After graduating from Berwick in 1990, Virginia was unsure exactly which pathway she wanted to pursue. She knew she loved learning and wanted to continue into tertiary education, but the direction was unclear. After considering Law, Psychology and Journalism, she enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts at Monash University.

Her fascination with ancient history and literature led her to complete an Honours degree in English and Egyptian Archaeology in 1994, followed by a Graduate Diploma in Education in 1995. Virginia began her teaching career at Emerald Secondary College in 1996 and also commenced a PhD exploring the use of DNA technology to identify family relationships among members of the ancient Egyptian royal family from the 18th Dynasty.

While completing her PhD remains a goal for the future, teaching English and Literature quickly became her passion. Today, Virginia is a VCE English Teacher at St Catherine’s School, where she continues to share her love of literature, writing and learning with students.

Virginia’s passion for English began during her own time at Berwick College. She fondly remembers the English electives offered in Years 9 and 10, which gave students the opportunity to explore creative writing and publish their own work. "It was heaven to a budding young writer!"

Her VCE Literature classes were also a highlight, with teachers Rob Osborne, Judy Horn and Enza Sgroi leaving a lasting impact.
"They were engaging, highly knowledgeable and always full of wit. They included, encouraged and supported every student, regardless of their level of ability. They saw me as a person, not just a student."

Their influence inspired Virginia to return to Berwick College in 1996, this time as an English and Literature teacher. She spent 10 years at the College before working in the publishing industry, editing magazines and journals, before later returning for another eight years, including time as English and Literacy Leader.

"Coming back to Berwick as a teacher was like coming home."

Virginia’s fondest memories include teaching alongside her former teachers, sharing her love of Shakespeare, film and poetry with students, and helping young people find their own voice through literature.

When asked what Virginia misses most about Berwick College -
"It is always about the students for me. Berwick students were and will always be an entertaining and engaging mix of intelligence, enthusiasm, passion and courage in every endeavour, whether it be academic, sporting, leadership. I am proud to be a former Berwick student. Berwick students become great people, doing great things."

Thank you, Virginia, for continuing to teach the Berwick College community through story telling 💫

22/06/2026

Last week, we were thrilled to welcome back two Berwick College Alumni, Ty Barrot (Class of 2020) and Eli Seppings (Class of 2023), to speak with our Year 8 students who are considering continuing Indonesian as an elective in Year 9.

Both Ty and Eli shared how their Indonesian studies at Berwick College opened doors to incredible opportunities and helped shape their future study and career pathways.

Eli spoke about his journey from studying Indonesian at school to living and volunteering throughout Indonesia for two years. He is now studying a Bachelor of Education (Honours), majoring in Indonesian Studies, and hopes to become an Indonesian teacher before eventually moving into school leadership.

Ty reflected on how his six years of Indonesian at Berwick College became one of his primary academic interests. Alongside his Law and Arts studies, he has continued developing his language skills and last year completed a legal internship in Jakarta with the Indonesian Judicial Research Society.

Our students were fascinated to hear firsthand how language learning can lead to unique experiences, international opportunities and rewarding careers. Both alumni also shared fond memories of their time at Berwick College and highlighted the important role teachers played in supporting their success.

A huge thank you to Ty and Eli for generously sharing their experiences and insights with our students. We are incredibly proud of all they have achieved and grateful for the inspiration they provided to our future Indonesian learners.

📸 We were having far too much fun during the session to remember to take photos! Instead, we're sharing a recent photo of Eli from his travels in Indonesia, and also one of Ty from his visit with our Indonesian faculty last year.

15/06/2026

🌟 Alumni Spotlight: Ken Yu (Class of 2000) 🌟

This Berwick College Alumni went from our classrooms to an international leadership role in banking - Ken's journey is a great example of how careers can evolve in unexpected and rewarding ways.

After graduating from Berwick College in 2000, Ken studied Commerce (Accounting and Finance) at Monash University before building a career across audit, finance, governance, risk, and product management. Today, he is an Associate Director at ANZ, working in governance, controls, and operational risk across ANZ's institutional operations in countries including Hong Kong, Singapore, China, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

Reflecting on his time at Berwick College, Ken fondly remembers enjoying hot chips from the canteen on cold days, learning from Mr Glenn in Maths, and spending time in the old VCE building. He also laughs about a yearbook comment from his Accounting teacher predicting he might one day become a Partner at EY. While he began his career in audit, he eventually discovered that accounting itself wasn't where his true passion lay.

💡 Ken's advice for current students:
"You do not need to have everything figured out straight away."

Although academically strong, Ken says he lacked confidence in communication and social situations when he was younger and believes this held him back more than he realised. Looking back, he wishes he had pushed himself further in areas such as public speaking, presenting, and building connections.

As technology and AI continue to transform workplaces, Ken believes two skills will become even more valuable:
• Verbal communication – being able to explain ideas clearly, influence others, and build genuine connections.
• Networking and relationship building – bringing the human touch that technology cannot replace.

"Start building connections early, be proactive, and don't be afraid to ask for career advice. Most people are willing to help, you just need to take the first step."

Looking ahead, Ken's goal is simple: to continue doing work he is passionate about while learning and growing. Outside of work, he hopes to one day start a business with his son and continue giving back through mentoring and community support, something he has been actively involved in since COVID.

Thank you, Ken, for sharing your story and inspiring the next generation of Berwick College students. 🎓

Know a Berwick College alum with an inspiring story, or have one of your own?

📧 Contact us at [email protected] to be featured in a future Alumni Spotlight.

26/05/2026

🎞️ Last week, we welcomed back Berwick College alumnus 🎥 Justin Vingerhoets to share stories of his career journey and pathways since graduating.

One thing that really stuck with us was Justin sharing his ambition from his very first university lecture. While others dreamed of becoming Hollywood directors, Justin described himself as wanting to be “a jack of all trades” and that’s exactly what he has become.

Through years of experience across a variety of roles, including an early volunteer position with Hawthorn FC, Justin has built an incredibly diverse skill set within the industry, making him highly versatile and employable today.

His biggest piece of advice? Never say no to an opportunity.
“If you’re asked to step up, do it. You’ll be nervous as hell, but you’ll learn through opportunity and become known as the person who can be relied upon.”

Thank you for coming back to Berwick College, Justin! We’re looking forward to welcoming you again later this year at our Media & Arts Expo 🩵

22/05/2026

Feel Good Friday vibes ☕💛

This Alumni Program is fuelled by great coffee (honestly!) and even greater student baristas!

Our student-run Coffee Cart is brewing more than just coffee. It’s creating opportunities for students to build confidence, communication skills and workplace-ready experience in a supportive, real-world environment.

Today’s coffee even came with a free confidence boost… “You da best” 🥹

Enjoy your weekend everyone! 💙

11/05/2026

Alumni Spotlight – 🎥 Justin Vingerhoets (Class of 2004)

For this Berwick College Alumni, a passion discovered in the classroom became the foundation for a career spanning television, sport, international production and digital media.

Now working as a Videographer and Social Media Manager in the real estate industry, Justin’s journey began in the media classrooms at Berwick College, where creativity first gave him direction.

After leaving school early in 2004 to pursue a Certificate III in Screen and Media, Justin continued his studies at university, completing three years in Screen and Media before stepping into the professional industry. His first major opportunity came with Hawthorn Football Club, working as a media assistant and building the portfolio that would launch a 15-year career across Australian television and international sports broadcasting.

Over the years, Justin wore many hats including TV Producer, Video Editor, Technician and Script Writer, gaining experience across some of Australia’s most recognisable productions. His work included The Project, The Block, Big Brother, the Australian Open, AFL Media and Seven Network’s Spring Carnival broadcasts, before eventually taking his skills overseas to work throughout the United States as a sports producer.

Despite the impressive résumé, Justin credits much of his success to the encouragement and opportunities he received at Berwick College, particularly through the school’s media program and the guidance of former teacher Mr Tomlin.

“In a very big way, I owe it all to my media classes and teachers,” he reflects. “After Berwick College, I hit a crossroads in life where I needed to choose whether to progress or fall behind. Media creation was what I did best at school, so I pursued that path and never looked back.”

Today, while his focus has shifted from large-scale television productions to social media and real estate videography, storytelling remains at the centre of his work, something that first began during his years at Berwick College.

When asked what advice he would give current VCE students, his response centres on both connection and self-belief.

“Get around your peers,” he says. “I still miss many of the friendships I made at Berwick College. Right now, you have all the time in the world to build genuine connections.”

He also encourages students to embrace growth and trust their own value.

“Always progress forward because we never stop learning. Don’t be afraid to step sideways occasionally to reassess your purpose in life. But never step backwards or allow others to degrade you. Know your value.”

Thanks for sharing your story with us Justin! We're looking forward to hopefully seeing you back at Berwick soon ✨

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