"Old Ignatians" are alumni of Saint Ignatius' College, Riverview in Sydney, a Roman Catholic school run by the Jesuits.

Academia Professor Athanasius Treweek Professor of Classics at University of Sydney, cracked Japanese code in World War II

Rhodes Scholars

Tony Abbott , BEc, LLBRhodes Scholar 1981, Prime Minister of Australia (2013–2015), Adviser to the UK Board of Trade since 2020. Attila Brungs , BScRhodes Scholar 1994, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Technology Sydney 2014-2022, Vice-Chancellor of the University of New South Wales since 2022 Terence Glasheen, BARhodes Scholar 1938 Imre Hunyor BSc, MB, BSRhodes Scholar 2005 Michael Izzo BA, LLBRhodes Scholar 2000 Christopher Martin BERhodes Scholar 1990 Greg O'Mahoney BA, LLBRhodes Scholar 2002

Business John Kaldor (1936– )a textiles industrialist and a significant Australian philanthropist renown for his support of the arts Paul Ramsay (1936–2014)billionaire, founder of Ramsay Health Care, and a significant Australian philanthropist Andrew Todd (1904–1976)leading New Zealand businessmen; also attended Christian Brothers School, Dunedin; member of one of the richest families in New Zealand Sir Bryan Todd (1902–1987)leading New Zealand businessmen; also attended Christian Brothers School, Dunedin; member of one of the richest families in New Zealand

Clergy Rev Fr Edmund Campion OR (1950)Professor at St Patrick's Seminary, Manly (until the mid-1990s); author and historian Fr John Brendan Casey SJ (1909–1985)priest and educationist; Rector of Riverview (1949–1954) Rev Fr Steve Curtin SJ OR (1974)Provincial of the Australian Province of the Society of Jesus (2008–2013); Director of Jesuit Mission Australia (2001–2008) Most Rev Anthony Fisher OP OR (1977)Archbishop of Sydney since 2014; Bishop of Parramatta Diocese (2010–2014); Auxiliary Bishop of Archdiocese of Sydney (2003–2010)

Entertainment, media and the creative arts Dramatic arts

Bob Connollyjournalist and award-winning documentary film maker and author Ben FordhamChannel Nine and 2GB radio host Colin Higgins – writer and film director Harold and Maude, Silver Streak, Nine to Five, Foul Play, etc. Marc McDermottactor on stage and screen Gregan McMahonactor and theatrical producer Andrew O'Keefeformer presenter of the Seven Network's Deal or No Deal, Weekend Sunrise and The Chase Australia; former intellectual property lawyer Rob Palmerpresenter on Seven Network's Better Homes and Gardens programme Bernard Derriman is an Australian animator, director, and producer Brendan Jones (radio personality) is an Australian radio presenter, actor, media personality and motorcycling enthusiast.

Literary arts Christopher Brennanpoet (also attended St Aloysius' College) Nick Enrightdramatist/playwright Justin Flemingdramatist/playwright Robert Hughesart critic and writer Padraic "P. P." McGuinnessconservative journalist; editor of Quadrant Magazine Gerard Windsorwriter

Music Rob Douganmusic producer and composer best known for the track "Clubbed to Death", which featured in The Matrix James Huntpercussionist for Rüfüs Du Sol Ignatius Jonesactor/musician; creative director of Sydney 2000 Olympic Opening Ceremony and ViViD Festival Tyrone Lindqvistvocalist and guitarist for Rüfüs Du Sol Art vs. ScienceElectronic dance band consisting of alumni Dan McNamee, Jim Finn and Dan Williams

Visual arts Michael Arthur Macdonald Scott (1910–1990)former Jesuit priest and educator, co-founder of the Blake prize for religious art and trustee of the National Gallery of Victoria

Other Maurice O'Sheawinemaker'Hunter Wine', Make Lake, 1964, The Jacaranda Press Pty Ltd

Law

Tom Bathurst Current Chief Justice of New South Wales George Ernest Flannery (1872–1945)barrister who worked with Sir Edmund Barton for Federation and was a foundation member of the Old Ignatians' UnionJohn Kennedy McLaughlin; Flannery, George Ernest (1872–1945); Australian Dictionary of Biography. Peter GarlingJustice of the NSW Supreme Court, 2010–present Clifton Hoeben Current Chief Judge in Common Law, NSW Supreme Court (Judge since 2004, Chief Judge since 2012); Major-General of the Australian Army Reserve Julian McMahon – human rights lawyer Sir Henry Edward Manning (1877–1963)barrister and politician. Attorney-General of New South Wales. Anthony Meagher is a current Justice of the Court of Appeal of the Supreme Court of New South Wales Roddy Meagher Justice of the NSW Supreme Court and Court of Appeal, 1989–2004 George Palmer Justice of the Supreme Court of New South Wales, 2001–2011; musical composer

Medicine and science Medicine Dr Walter Burfitt surgeon and co-founder of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons; Founder of the Medical Benevolent Association of New South Wales (also attended St Aloysius' College)

Sciences

Richard Dowdennoted geo- and astrophysicist Paul Scully-Powerfirst Australian born astronaut – Space Shuttle Challenger 1984

Military Major Dr. Kevin Faganphysician and World War II hero Clifton HoebenMajor General and NSW Supreme Court Judge Michael SlatteryRear Admiral and NSW Supreme Court Judge

Politics and public service

Politicians Tony Abbott , BEc, LLBRhodes Scholar 1981, Prime Minister of Australia (2013–2015), Adviser to the UK Board of Trade since 2020. David Connolly (1974–1996)former Federal Member for Bradfield, representing the Liberals Thomas Bartholomew Curran (1870–1929)former member of Britain's House of CommonsErroll Lea-Scarlett; Riverview a history; Hale & Ironmonger; 1989 Jason Falinski MPFederal Member for Mackellar 2016–2022, representing the Liberals Joe Francis MLAState Member for Jandakot; Lieutenant, Royal Australian Navy Dr David Gillespie MPFederal Member for Lyne, representing the Nationals; and a former gastroenterologist Nick Greiner Premier of New South Wales (1988–1992); State Member for Ku-ring-gai (1980–1992), representing the Liberals Chris Hartcher MPState Member for Terrigal and former Member for Gosford, representing the Liberals and now an Independent Tom Hughes barrister; Federal Member for Parkes (1963–1969), Federal Member for Berowra (1969–1972); Former Attorney-General of Australia (1969–1971) Peter JohnsonFederal Member for Brisbane (1975–1980), representing the Liberals Barnaby Joyce MPFederal Member for New England, representing the Nationals; a former Deputy Prime Minister of Australia (2016–2017, 2017–2018) Matt Kean MPState Member for Hornsby, representing the Liberals Stephen LusherFederal Member for Hume (1974–84), representing the Nationals Jonathan O'Dea MPState Member for Davidson, representing the Liberals Anthony Roberts MPState Member for Lane Cove, representing the Liberals.

Public service Michael Coutts-Trottersenior New South Wales public servant, currently Secretary of the NSW Department of Communities and Justice since 2019 Lachlan HarrisSenior Press Secretary to former Prime Minister Kevin RuddRudds Man In Choice Move On Banks The Daily Telegraph

Sport

Horse Polo

Richard Walker - Played for Australia 17 times, 3 of them as Captain during the 1970'sMember of the APF Hall of Fame (2022)

AFL Craig Nettelbeck Sydney Swans 1990–1994, Fremantle Dockers 1995, Melbourne Football Club 1996–1998 Andrew BomfordEssendon Bombers 1997–1998, Sydney Swans 1999–2000 Leo BarrySydney Swans 1995–2009 – AFL Premiership winning player 2005 Josh BruceGreater Western Sydney Giants 2012–2013, St Kilda Football Club 2014_2019, Western Bulldogs 2020–2023 Malcolm LynchWestern Bulldogs 2007–2009, North Melbourne Football Club 2012 Dan RobinsonSydney Swans Will Sierakowski – Hawthorn, North Melbourne

Basketball Jordan HunterSydney Kings 2019–

Cricket Jackson BirdAustralian Test Cricketer 2012–, Tasmanian Tigers 2011–, Melbourne Stars 2012–, Sheffield Shield 'Player of the Year' 2011–2012, Australia A 2012, NSW Blues 2023. John DavisonCanadian Cricketer 2001–11. Sam FanningWestern Australia 2022

Football Callum ElderLeicester City F.C. 2013–2019. Hull City A.F.C 2019–present. Adam Biddleplayed soccer for Sydney FC In addition to such accolades, is also father to Liam Biddle

Rowing Bryan CurtinOlympian, Munich 1972 M8+. Richard Curtin – Olympian, Munich 1972 M8+. Joe DonnellyAustralian representative coxswain (1974–75) M8+ and National Rowing Coach, Vietnam. Simon Nola – silver medallist at World Rowing Championships 2013 LM8+. Daniel Noonandual Olympian, Beijing 2008 M4X and London 2012 M4X bronze medallist.

Rugby union State/provincial/national Bryan HughesWallabies 1913, (2 Caps), Christchurch, NZ Charles MorrisseyWallabies 1925–26, (5 Caps) Sydney, NSW. Ignatius O'DonnellWallabies 1899 (2 Caps), Sydney, NSW James HughesWallabies 1907 (2 Caps), Sydney, NSW James O'DonnellWallabies 1899 (1 Cap), Sydney, NSW John "Jack" ManningWallabies 1904 (1 Cap), Great Britain Jack DempseyWallabies 2017–present, NSW Waratahs 2015–present, Australian Schoolboys 2012, Australian U20 2013–2014 Mitch InmanWestern Force 2011, Melbourne Rebels 2012, Wallabies training squad 2012 Jono JenkinsNSW Waratahs 2012, Western Force 2010, Australian Rugby Sevens 2009 Jim LenehanWallabies 1958–1967, (24 Caps), Sydney, NSW Lachlan McCaffreyNSW Waratahs 2010, Western Force 2012, ACT Brumbies 2013Eastwood Rugby Player Lachlan Mccaffrey In Bennelong Bid For The Democratic Labor Party The Daily Telegraph David McDulingQueensland Reds 2012–2015, Australian Under 20s Rugby World Cup 2009 Natal/Durban Sharks 2015– Angus RobertsMelbourne Rebels 2013 Michael WellsACT Brumbies 2016, NSW Waratahs 2017–2019 and Melbourne Rebels 2020–present, Australian Schoolboys 2010–2011 Australia U20's 2013 Rugby World Cup Australia Sevens 2014–2015 2018–2019 Wallabies squad 2021 French Test SeriesChristy Doran Fox Sports article June 13, 2021 Robert WestfieldWallabies 1928–29 (6 Caps), Sydney, NSW Tom CoolicanUSA Eagles 2018–present, as well as being the eldest born son of Dr John Coolican. Dr John Coolican AM – Wallabies 1982–83, Sydney University 1975, Waratahs 1977, Former President of NSW RU and current vice-president of Australian Rugby Union. Currently an Orthodontist.

International Jack Dempsey, Scottish rugby union international and Wallaby.

Rugby sevens Henry HutchisonWorld Rugby Sevens Series Rookie Player of the Year 2015/16 Ed JenkinsAustralian Rugby Sevens Captain 2012

Ed JenkinsAustralian Rugby Sevens Captain 2012

Olympians Frederick LaneAustralia's first Olympic swimmer, Paris 1900, he took gold in the 200 metres freestyle and the 200 metres obstacle raceGP Walsh;Lane, Frederick Claude Vivian (1879–1969); Australian Dictionary of Biography. Michael DelanySwimming 1984 Los Angeles 4 x 100-metre Freestyle Relay (Silver Medal) – The 'Mean Machine' Daniel NoonanAustralian Olympic rower, men's quad scull in Beijing 2008 (fourth place), also London 2012 (bronze medal). Ed FernonModern pentathlon 2012 London Olympics Aidan RoachWater polo 2012 London Olympics, 2016 Rio Olympics Will RyanSailing 2016 Rio Olympics 470 Class (Silver Medal) and 2020 Tokyo Olympics 470 Class (Gold Medal)

Other Richard Walshprofessional mixed martial artist and UFC competitor

References

External links Saint Ignatius' College, Riverview Website Old Ignatians Union Old Ignatians Rugby Club University of Sydney Registrar Australian Rugby Australian Rugby