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2 minutesOA Branch Albany Coastal | Seafood, fellowship and a new chapter
The annual Albany Coastal Branch Seafood Lunch once again proved to be one of the highlights of the calendar, with a record 170 Old Andreans, Old DSG Girls, Parents, families and friends gathering on Sunday, 12 July 2026 for a wonderful day of fellowship and outstanding hospitality. A special moment during the lunch was the…
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1 minuteJourney to 175 | New Indoor Cricket Centre
With construction now complete, the first test balls were bowled this week in our new Indoor Cricket Centre as the facility and playing surface underwent final testing and commissioning. This exceptional new facility is one of the first major projects to be realised as part of College’s Campus Masterplan and the 175 Campaign, laying the…
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1 minuteOA Branch Netherlands gather to watch the Springboks
Four OAs gathered to watch the Springboks vs Scotland rugby match on Saturday 11 July at the Three Sisters Pub in Amsterdam. Enjoying the evening together were: Chris Bailey (Espin 2012), Mike Rushmere (Upper 2011; Chairman of OA Branch Netherlands), Mpanju Kabushenga (Upper 2020) and David van den Bos (Espin 2001). Thank you, Mike, for…
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1 minuteOA Branch Australia | Gathering in Brisbane
The final gathering of the 2026 1st XV Rugby Tour to Australia was held in Brisbane on 9 July 2026, where 35 Old Andreans, DSG Old Girls, touring parents and friends came together for an enjoyable evening at The One Mile Woolloongabba restaurant. Headmaster Tom Hamilton and Master in Charge of Rugby Jonny Mallett, hosted…
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2 minutesA New Chapter for the UK Old Andrean Branch
The recent UK Seniors Lunch and Summer Reception in London marked not only two wonderful occasions for Old Andreans to reconnect, but also an important transition in the leadership of one of our largest global branches. After many years of dedicated service, Peter Goldsworthy (Graham 2000) officially stepped down as Chairman of the UK Branch…
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1 minuteOA Branch Australia | Sydney delivers a memorable stop on the Australian Rugby Tour
The Sydney leg of the 1st XV Rugby Tour has been an outstanding success. College’s second tour fixture, played on 30 June against St Pius College, ended in an impressive 41–22 victory. The team then took on St Augustine’s College on 2 July, where the scores were locked at 14–14 at half-time, and the game…
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2 minutesSix Old Andreans participate in the 2026 Veterans Cricket Association of South Africa (VCASA) Over-50s IPT
Six Old Andreans participated in the 2026 Veterans Cricket Association of South Africa (VCASA) Over-50s Inter-Provincial Tournament (IPT) from 10 to 15 May 2026, with four representing Border Veterans. Border enjoyed an outstanding campaign, winning all three of their pool matches to progress to the final against the Dolphins. Batting first in the final, Border…
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1 minute1st XV Rugby Tour to Australia | Strong Performances & Outstanding Alumni Support
The St Andrew’s College 1st XV has made an impressive start to its Australian tour, recording two victories in their opening fixtures. The team won their match against Scotch College 61–14 before securing a 41–22 win over St Pius College. Adding to the College connection, the second match was officiated by Old Andrean Andrew Ward…
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1 minuteOA Spotlight | Elliot Apps (Graham 2020)
Congratulations to Elliot Apps (Graham 2020) on an exciting journey of achievement and adventure! After completing his MA at the University of Aberdeen in 2025, Elliot is currently awaiting his CFA Level II results while travelling through South East Asia and Japan. As part of his travels, he is embarking on a Pacific Ocean crossing…
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1 minuteOA Branch Australia | Gathering in Perth
OA Branch Australia | Gathering in Perth An enjoyable evening of fellowship was shared by 38 Old Andreans, DSG Old Girls, touring parents and friends of St Andrew’s College on 25 June 2026 in Perth, as part of the 1st XV Rugby Tour to Australia. Former Headmaster and current Global Ambassador for the 175th Campaign,…
