Penrhos College Alumni

Big things happening in your life? We want the tea ☕️

The Winter edition of The Penrhosian magazine is in the works, so we’re gathering alumni news for the much-loved Out & About section.

Have you recently…
👶 Welcomed a tiny new human?
💼 Travelled the world or volunteered abroad?
👩‍💼 Landed a promotion?
💡 Started your own business?
🏃‍♀️ Run a marathon (willingly)?
💍 Married the love of your life?
😎 Done something cool since leaving school?

Share your news here: https://form.jotform.com/231629397018866

Big milestone or small victory - we want to celebrate you with the Penrhos community 💞

From ATAR Politics & Law to the UN 🌏🇺🇳

Discover how Amelie Szczecinski (Class of 2021) found herself at United Nations Headquarters in New York witnessing international law be made, after she was selected for the prestigious Global Voices Fellowship.

Read her story here: https://www.penrhos.wa.edu.au/news/amelie-szczecinski

Start spreadin’ the news… 🗽✨

Penrhos Principal Kalea Haran is heading to New York, and we’d love our NYC-based alumnae to join her for an evening of connection, conversation, and celebration with the Penrhos community abroad.

📍 Hotel Chelsea – Lobby Bar
📅 Thursday, 11 June 2026
⏰ 6:00pm – 8:00pm

There’s no cost to attend, however registrations are essential.

If you want to be a part of it, New York, New York… register today!
https://connect.penrhos.wa.edu.au/events/view/new-york-reunion

“Give everything a go. When you find a passion, chase it wholeheartedly.” 💖

After discovering a love for photography at Penrhos, Angela Butler (Coote, Class of 2005) built her successful photography company Rolling Stills from the ground up and is now travelling WA capturing the soul of regional Australia as RM Williams’ newest Brand Ambassador.

In our latest Alumni profile, Ange shares how she balances a thriving career behind the lens with life on the road raising two young children alongside her husband, artist Jacob “Shakey” Butler.

Read her story: https://www.penrhos.wa.edu.au/alumni-news/angela-coote-butler

The greens of the South Perth Bowling Club were abuzz with laughter, great conversation and some friendly rivalry last Friday, as alumni from Penrhos College and Wesley College came together for our annual Shakers and Stirrers sundowner 🥂

It was fantastic to see the Old Girls match the Old Boys in numbers this year, with around 80 Penrhos alumnae enjoying drinks, canapés and a game of bowls among friends.

Thanks to everyone who joined us for such a fun and memorable evening - we can’t wait to do it all again next year!

Three medals. One incredible achievement 🚣‍♀️🥇🥉🥉

Congratulations to Sophie Strickland (Class of 2024) on her outstanding performance at the Australian National Rowing Championships in Tasmania! Sophie brought home Gold in the U21 coxless pairs, along with two Bronze medals in the coxed U21 fours and club coxless fours.

A true example of dedication, resilience and what it means to chase your goals - Sophie is making her own adventure and inspiring us all along the way 💚

Step into Toyland and test your trivia skills 🎲✨

Join us for a night of fun, laughter and friendly competition at our Penrhos Quiz Night, proudly hosted by Friends of Drama & Dance and Friends of Music. Gather your team, get creative with your costumes, and enjoy a fantastic evening filled with games, raffles and great prizes 🎭🎶

🗓 Saturday, 16 May
⏰ Doors open 6pm | Quiz starts 7pm
📍 Llew Woodford Function Centre
🎟 $40 per person or $400 for a table of 10 (includes 3 raffle tickets each)

Bring your own platter and snacks, with drinks available to purchase on the night. Don’t forget your gold coins for games - and dress to impress for your chance to win best costume! (18+ event)

Secure your table and make your own adventure - this is one night you won’t want to miss 💫 Get your tickets here: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1566543

Have you registered yet? The 2026 Penrhos Alumni and Wesley Old Collegians Shakers & Stirrers event is just around the corner! 🍸

Come and enjoy an evening of drinks and canapés at the South Perth Bowling Club on Friday, 1 May from 6pm. Tickets are only $10!

🎟 👉 Book here: https://www.trybooking.com/DKKJM

What a special night reconnecting with our Penrhos alumni in Melbourne 💫

From shared memories to new stories, it was wonderful to see friendships pick up right where they left off. We loved hearing about the many paths our alumni have taken since their time at the College, joined by Principal, Kalea Haran; Head of Secondary School, Michelle Taylor (Felear, 1986); and Dean of Students, Monica Cormack (Linder, 1992).

Moments like these remind us that being a Penrhosian doesn’t end at graduation - it’s a lifelong connection. 💚 We can’t wait to see more of our alumni community at future events!