Hi may I take this opportunity to introduce myself. I was a student at Pimlico High in 1964 and 1965 after completing the scholarship year at Hermit Park State School. My maiden name was Jill Priory (now Scarterfield.)

I left Townsville in 1971 after my marriage and have since lived in Western Australia about 100 kms east of Perth in the Eastern Wheatbelt. I have been back to Townsville several times and caught up with ex school mates and friends. I am happily married with 3 grown up children.

I work at the Northam Regional Hospital and lecture in Health related topics at the local TAFE College. Unfortunately I am unable to attend the reunion due to other commitments, but I would like to say a BIG HELLO to fellow students and teachers and wish you all a successful and enjoyable reunion.

I look forward to receiving  an update and photos of the event. Kind Regards Jill

Thank you for the up-dates it is great to see so many names I know.

I wonder if you could add a note in the next update for me please. I have a family emergency and won’t be able to attend after all. I am so sorry will miss the chance to catch up, but can't alter the dates for a family surgery in Sydney on April 30th,

So please let people know I would be glad to hear from those who remember me.

Thanks Merrilyn Rowler (Graham) 

rowlerm@bigpond.net.au

I lost my school photos years ago and would love to get a copy. I was at the back of the alphabet with the S-Z kids. that\'s why I married a Foley. like to contact some of the people I went to school with.

Pam Foley thefoleys@iimetro.com.au

Oh Those short skirts…they were truly awesome. M. Timmerman

Sorry I'll miss the celebrations but best of luck to all and enjoy the networking experiences. Look forward to meeting any former Pimlico students who live here in Brisbane.

A Colgrave a_colegrave@hotmail.com

I think I’ve got the years correct. I know I made prefect (to most people’s surprise) as well as "President" of the Students Association. Lots of fun……. G. Ohlson

Pimlico was and still is a great school and I am proud to go to this school

L. Garland (2009 student)

1966 Girls School Captain - sorry I won't be able to attend B. Gwynne (Switzerland)

Left in April, 1964 for a job in the Public Service. I worked in the School Office as Secretary from 1968 to 1971. Mr Herring was Principal when I worked there and Barry Woodworth was Deputy.

J. Voss

Currently in the Ukraine M. Phillips (1989-1993)

I would be very keen to catch up with the students from my year. My six brothers and sisters also attended Pimlico High. I was School Captain in 1973 and Captain of the Wulgurukaba House. I did quite a lot of athletics. I loved my time at Pimlico D. Mann (1969-1973)

How does one meet up with people of that era at an Open Day with hordes of people, when no one looks the same anymore? D. Seabright

Alan Colegrave here and I attended Pimlico High from 1966-1968

1966 10A1

1967 11A?

1968 12 A3

I was also a member of the under 9 stone rugby team captain Jack Parry and was involved with many of the musicals that Pimlico hosted, Old Man River springs to mind as well as captain Starlight?

In 1968 I would set up the record player and microphone for morning assembly.

I am sorry I didn’t know earlier about the reunion as I would have organised to come up but that’s life

Enjoy the day and celebrations and keep me posted on any future material and if any Brisbane networks re Pimlico High have or are formed as result of this celebration. A. Colegrave

 I was a student in early 60,s and again in 78-79 as a mature age student.
The first person caned was allegedly John Virtue who asked the principal "What’s the time Mr Wolf" about 10 minutes after the school started. He may be down South now.

We had a crazy science teacher who dropped a stick of phosphorus on the floor of the science lecture room. The room filled with dense white smoke he said, “don’t panic” but of course, everyone panicked and some screamed. It burned its way in to the room downstairs. Also a few students had to go to hospital when the chlorine was made. I still have my Physics and Chemistry books from 50 yrs ago.

We had chemistry sets in those days. Some boys in our class one even had a car (a humber super snipe). They had swapped some aluminium dust with me and were grinding it in a mortar and pestle under the house with red phosphorus and sulphur when it exploded. They had no hair on their faces or eyebrows. One was injured when the door was blown shut into his nose by the explosion.

The same guys were into rockets and made one to let off at the fete. It was sitting on the door from the ‘bash a bomb’ car. The school gathered around. The rocket hissed and fell over. People went running! David Peterson

My brother Neil Mancktelow was school captain/prefect and Dux I think his dates were 1965 to 1970- He is now a Doctor and Professor of Geology at ETH University Zurich Switzerland. Glenda

In year 12 in 1976 was the only indigenous student. Went on to teachers college and have been teacher for last 28 years. Had some good teachers at Pimlico! Letitia M

Captain of the Yr8-9? Basketball team; highest point scorer Premiers in Soccer both for Yr8 & Yr9 Currently employed as Principal Advisor Education Services position previously called District Manager for The Department of Employment, Training & The Arts Leo A.

Dates are vague, will try to confirm, too much alcohol, wild women, other women, countries and holidays to remember that far back clearly. Victor W.

I can't wait to see some familiar faces; teachers and fellow students, meeting people who had gone through the school many years ago give an insight into the history of the school. Hannah B.

A lot of people are commenting on the quality of education and I can see it showing through in the correct gramma and spelling of these submitted messages! Go Pimlico! Kia G.

My years at Pimilico were some of the best years of my life, meeting people from various backgrounds and still maintaining those relationships. I have also lost some dear friends but they will never be forgotten. Randall R.

Good memories of Years 9 & 10 - was a member of one of the largest all male classes at Pimlico - 42 of us in the academic / technical stream. 1975 was also a great year to be at Pimlico, school years were coming to an end and Pimlico was the largest SHS in Qld. Stephen S.

Being enrolled as a student of Pimlico High meant something during that period. We were proud to be recognised as students of Pimlico High. Graham A.

Have missed all previous reunions. Am really looking forward to catching up with as many as possible from years 1963-1966 Carol C.

2008 Australian Psychic of the Year; Starred on Ch7's 'The One' Certified Genius, Author and Inventor
Spiritual Teacher and Reiki Master (Sensei) Dr Jason B.

On staff 1970 to 1073 as teacher of Junior Science, Senior Biology and Chemistry Carol B.

I also worked in the office at the time George Herring was principle, along with Noreen Wilcox and Ben Bonomini. The other staff member was Pauline Dullroy. Lesley W.

Woohoo!!! Looking forward to this- I am currently planning to get across from the Isa! Kristin McB

My days at Pimlico are memories I will never forget, I had the privilege of being a staff member working as a Lab assistant with Clare the blonde bombshell in the Science Department sharing the staff room with old teacher's from my junior years & then returning to school to complete my senior. More renown for my sporting prowess & mischief always up to pranks & in trouble. My academic prowess was achieved later in life, I think I sent George Herring grey, feared Ben Bonomini, had some good times with Copey & Wombat (Maths & Science), Bondy from Phys Ed. The thing I remember most at Pimilico is the quality of Education, the devotion of teacher's our Academic achievements & sporting achievements we were the best. Made some fantastic friends who I still remain in contact with, if anyone is interested go to Facebook.com there are a lot of past students posted, looking forwarded to the reunion in 2009 missed the past one's due to working overseas.

Peter Creedy

I attended Pimlico 1963-1965. My parents transferred from Townsville at the end of sub-senior so both I and the fun-times headed south.

My enduring memory of Pimlico is of the first rate education that was provided at a state school in that era. It was not uncommon for the top senior student in the state to have come from a country state high school. In my senior year (1966), a girl from Maryborough High school (Gail ?) topped the state and obtained 100% for both maths 1 & 2.

We had excellent teachers who must have worked exceptionally hard because our class in sub-junior and junior exceeded 40. That did not seem to limit the numbers of A’s that students (and teachers) were able to achieve in the public (written) exams.

Mrs Moody was a superb teacher who would accept nothing less that top quality written work in English and Geography but was ever so encouraging for us to attain her benchmark on what we were capable of producing. This experience, at the right stage of my development, has been of immense benefit to me post-school. She had scant respect for lazy people and that could be understood by the huge effort she put in.

Mr Bonomini was everything an adolescent lad could ask for in terms of teaching Physics and coaching football and swimming. Miss Simmons taught maths A and  took a lot of interest in our class to ensure that we were rounded in our school experiences. Mrs Perry’s elegant and formal geometry lessons swung me over to a long engagement with maths.

The very solid education I received set me up to pursue further training and a career and I am indebted to those wonderful teachers who put so much effort into their vocation. I made some effort to carry the baton.

Mr Elms introduced me to the fine art of running 440 yard repeats  (quarters in the old lingo) to get fit and I somehow did a lot of this in the years subsequent to Pimlico. He was always generous with his weekend time as well in coaching our cricket team and convincing me to run faster at athletics. Mr Rainie was the best football coach I had and Gary/Victor Cummins even at 17 was an excellent captain. I had the good fortune to play alongside Cummo and he made me look better than I was.

My cohort had some impressive people. The passing years have not dimmed my awe of Barbara Store and Dale Nott for their intelligence. Both were extremely unassuming and modest. Beris Gwynne is one whom I am aware has excelled in her career.

If asked to compare then and now, I recall that I had a clunker bike but never locked it. Now my bike would not last 10 minutes unless it is chained to the post.

My enduring  mate was Robert Coulter. We met aged 8 in 1957 and stayed close  friends across many different towns until his early passing in 2007.

I remember being in the first intake of Army Cadets at the school. Charles Coch was Company commander and one of the teachers was a guy we called "Spike Honour" for his haircut, the second teacher involved was a guy called Haywood, and three guys who I remember well were the three Davids, David Dall, David Thomas and the third David escapes my memory for now. David Dall and I fought it out for the honours in weapons skills. From memory David won the rifle and I won the machine gun honours. Many a story exists of some brazen feats during camps in
Selheim Army Camp near Charters Towers. My father was the 4 Cadet Battalion instructor regular army in those days.

Some names from the days of the school Operas were Joan White, Geoff Prosser, Marilyn Darrick, Ray Newman, Marina Calavaro and so many more. As more comes
from the mists of those wonderful days of innocence I'll forward them on. Some class names were, John Ball, Bob Wright, Bill Rose (been looking for him for years, last heard of in Ingham) Bob Page. Somewhere I have a class photo.

Regards
Anthony West
1961-1965

Am keen to organise a Class Reunion for my year 10 class to attend Golden Jubilee. I have a photo of my class with Mrs Caitlin as our home room Teacher. B.G. QLD 4817

Attended 25 year reunion function in 1984 and look forward to these activities next year. J.T. QLD 4113

Former Phoenix House Captain - 1995, Sportsman of the year - 1995. Hope to make it to the Jubilee, but not sure yet. J.N. Qld 4017

Greetings from cold wet England. I was a former pupil the years 62-63, M.M. UK

Have enjoyed both the 40th and 25th reunions greatly. Have fond memories of Pimlico and still retain some of those school friends as lifelong friends. S.F. Qld 4814

Have just received the email from M.S. I have been hoping might one day appear in my mail box for the last couple of years and I can\'t tell you how excited I am!! (M. & I were in the same class for 2 years at PSHS and are in constant touch). Please register my name for the reunion and I will dig out whatever memorabilia I have that might be of use to you though I suspect M. probably has all the same stuff anyway. Bless you in all you are doing to bring this wonderful reunion to fruition. Please keep me updated re costs etc. Thank you so much N.R. Qld 4500

I am looking forward to attending all functions in May 2009 and catching up with the other past pupils. I would appreciate any information regarding ticket availability and procurement etc being forwarded to me when this has been determined. J.G. Qld 4000

I am not sure exactly what dates. I would like to on the list for more information if possible. A.B. 4817

I attended 40th year Celebrations in 1999. Cannot wait to join up with everyone in the 50th. Hope that someone who is organising this event knows me. I hope to hear from you. Reading about it in the Bulletin this morning gave me a real buzz. D.B. Qld 4817

I attended the class of 1965 20 year reunion some years ago and found it to be most enjoyable and I'm keenly interested in attending these functions that are being organised. M.S. Qld 4054

I enjoyed my time at Pimlico. Our 2 boys, Peter & Wayne both attended Pimlico SHS and Wayne attained an OP of 990. Both have gone onto successful careers and Wayne is now a Doctor of Aerospace Engineering in America. Our 2 grandaughters, Dannielle and Tegan will both be at Pimlico SHS in 2009. Dannie is there now year 9 and Tegan commences Year 8 in 2009. We look forward to the Jubilee in 2009. J.D. Qld 4812

I was a foundation student and I was prefect in 1962 R.B. Qld 4816

I was inaugural Dux, years 1959 and 1960. Missed the 25th. Love to get into the 50th. R.C. Qld 4068

I was one of the second intake of students. For my two years at Pimlico High the grounds were a continual building site ... not even a shady tree to sit under. I attended the 25th anniversary celebrations and now look forward to the jubilee and to renewing friendships with former class members S.D. ACT 2614

I was school captain in 1969. I rarely visit Townsville and this could just be the excuse to visit. L.B. NSW 2021

I would love more information about the reunion if you could post it out. R.R. Qld 4812

I would love to get in contact with some of my classmates from my time at Pimlico. N.T. Qld 4121

I would love to make the trip back up to join the celebrations. J.W. Qld 4065

If there is anyone you are trying to contact, please let me know as I am in touch with lots of my school friends. M.S. Qld 4815

Interested in participating in planning for this event. A.W. Qld 4817

It is our 21st Anniversary next year. I have obtained $850 in deposits for a reunion that I'm sure will now go towards tickets to the Gala Dinner. J.L. TAS 7011

Looking forward to meeting old classmates B.M. Qld 4811

Looking forward to meeting past students and teachers. I remember when there was grass on the property before the school was built. J.S. Taiwan

Looking forward to the celebration. Might be able to help out a little. K.P. Qld 4814

Looking forward to the reunion as I have missed the others due to lack of info. J.C. Qld 4520

Looking forward to the reunion . W.S. Qld 4817

Many good memories from those years spent there…wondering if any of my class mates still around. I will look forward to the dinner. L.B.. Indonesia

May be in Melbourne at this time so not sure if I can attend which is a shame but do keep me informed. T.T. Qld 4870

Nice to see that someone is organising this event. Thank You. Regards R.S. Qld 4272

Please provide information ie cost of Jubilee Dinner, Whereabouts if known at this time & information on Alumni list. L.B. Qld 4815

questions the words of the school song on the website. Enquiring about the plaque and tree in memory to Trevor Sugars. R.C. Qld 4113

There are a lot of former students on facebook and there are quite a few Pimlico Facebook groups/pages. I will do my best to contact all. S.N.. Qld 4012

This will be great to attend P.D. Qld 4814

Very keen to catch up with friends after 20 years. The jubilee cooincides with our 20 year absence from the school. A.S. Qld 4075

Wants to change her deposit for the '88 reunion for the Gala Dinner L.L. Qld 4814

was one of the first cohorts to enrol and commence secondary schooling when year 8 was phased out of primary school. What is an Alumni list? Am seeking to meet with graduating class of 1968. J.B. Qld 4816

What an excellent idea P.S. Qld 4122

Wish I was that age again G.M. Qld 4814

Would be great to catch up with old friends. Even though I was only there for one year - still see some of the school friends now. D.S. Qld 4817