General News
Celebrating 100 years of Goodlet House
In April, our Boarders came together to mark the 100th anniversary of the Goodlet House Foundation Stone with a special evening of reflection and celebration. With dinner on the verandah, the ringing of the Goodlet bell and a beautiful cake to share, it was a meaningful way to honour a place that has been home to generations of Pymble girls.
The evening captured the friendship and sense of belonging that continue to define Goodlet House today. A heartfelt poem paid tribute to its history, while our Boarders also wrote letters to past students, creating a special connection between those who have called Goodlet House their home across the past 100 years.
A joyful and memorable celebration of community, tradition and the stories that continue to shape Pymble
Entries are now open for the 2026 Pymble Values Art Prize!
Pymble Ladies’ College invites female artists across Australia to submit to this $30,000 acquisitive art prize celebrating creativity, courage and the power of artistic expression.
Established to honour women in the arts and champion the values at the heart of our College, the prize offers a significant platform for female Australian artists, culminating in an exhibition of finalists in November.
We invite artists to share their vision and be part of this growing cultural conversation.
Submit your artwork via the link here.
From the paddock to the front page
Pymble alumni, Gabby Neal (2012), was recently featured on the cover of The Land, Australia’s leading national rural newspaper, recognising her journey building her Merino wool label, INTACT.
Raised in Condobolin and part of a proud Pymble family legacy, Gabby’s path has taken her from studying Visual Art and Textiles & Design at school, to Radiation Physics, and ultimately into fashion design, working across Sydney and New York before returning home to regional NSW.
Today, she balances life across industries, working in regional tourism while growing INTACT, a brand born from a desire to champion Australian Merino wool as a natural, sustainable and everyday fibre.
Her journey reflects a powerful message: that creativity, resilience and innovation are often shaped by diverse experiences. From farm life to fashion, Gabby continues to draw on her unique perspective to build a brand with purpose, supporting Australian wool growers and redefining the future of fashion.
Generations Morning Tea
In April we had the pleasure of hosting our annual Mothers, Grandmothers and Great-Grandmothers’ Morning Tea, a special celebration of the generations of women connected through Pymble.
It was wonderful to welcome Alumni back to the College alongside their daughters, granddaughters and great-granddaughters, sharing stories, memories and the unique bond that spans generations of Pymble girls.
From reconnecting with old friends to making new connections, the morning was a beautiful reminder of the strength of our community and the traditions that continue to bring us together.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the morning so special.
Congratulations to Alumni, Grace Whyte (2023) on her selection in the 2026–27 Australian Diamonds Squad.
Since graduating from Pymble, Grace has continued to make her mark on the national stage, progressing through the NSW Swifts pathway and establishing herself as an exciting young talent in Australian netball. Her hard work, determination and outstanding performances have earned her this well-deserved opportunity to represent Australia.
We are incredibly proud of all you have achieved, Grace, and look forward to following the next chapter of your journey.
Honouring our ANZAC’s
On the first day back to Term 2, our College community came together to mark ANZAC Day with a commemorative assembly.
Through reflection and remembrance, students honoured the dedication, fortitude and sacrifice of those who have served our country. The ceremony provided a meaningful opportunity to pause, reflect and recognise the enduring significance of this day in our national story.
We extend our thanks to our Alumni who joined us for this important occasion.
Lest we forget.
Jersey Day 2026
Jersey Day holds a special place in the heart of our Boarding community.
Each year, we come together to honour the memory of three beloved Boarders, Alanda Clark, Jane Gay and Prudence Papworth, who tragically lost their lives in 1993 while travelling home for the June long weekend.
More than a day of remembrance, Jersey Day is a celebration of the friendships, support and lifelong connections that make Boarding such a special part of the Pymble experience. It is a reminder to cherish one another and the strong sense of community that continues to unite generations of Boarders.
National Boarding Week
In May we celebrated National Boarding Week at the College. This was a vibrant celebration of the culture, traditions, memories and connections that make our Boarding community so special. From friendly lunchtime competitions and shared meals to music, fundraising and community spirit, the week brought Boarders and day girls together in a celebration of belonging and Pymble pride.
With 138 Boarders calling Pymble home, it was a wonderful opportunity to recognise the rich heritage, diversity and friendships that continue to shape life in Boarding.
Thank you to our Boarding students, parents and staff who all play a significant role in our community.
2026 Alumni Networking Event
In early June, Pymble Alumni gathered at Ivy Sunroom for our 2026 Alumni Networking Event, an evening dedicated to connection, conversation and growth.
Centred around this year’s theme, Driving Growth, the event brought together graduates across generations and industries to share experiences, exchange ideas and strengthen the power of the Pymble network.
A highlight of the evening was our incomparable MC Felicity McVay (1995) and expert panellist Danielle Scott (2007), Jasmine Logaraj (2010), and Danielle Kelly (1987), who all shared honest insights on navigating career opportunities, challenges and change. Their stories sparked meaningful conversations that continued well beyond the panel discussion.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to such a vibrant and engaging evening. It was wonderful to see Pymble Alumni reconnecting, building new relationships and supporting one another through the strength of our community.
We look forward to welcoming you to future Alumni events.
The Big Reveal – Official Opening of the Hunter and Vicars Centre!
The Pymble community recently came together to celebrate the official opening of our new teaching and learning spaces.
The purpose-built Hunter and Vicars Centre provides exceptional facilities including new Year Five and Six classrooms, a STEM Lab, Dance Centre, Health and Wellbeing Centre, Out of School Hours Care and a beautiful new Early Years School for boys and girls aged 3 months to 5 years.
The focus is on providing a breadth of opportunities for our girls to explore, make and create! Each space has been designed with great care and in consultation with girls and teachers, to draw on their ideas and experiences in shaping this amazing learning precinct.
Partnering with a team of specialist architects and builders, we have brought to life, world-class facilities to meet the needs and aspirations of our current students, and those of Pymble girls in the future.
Our community shared in a joyous evening, including a moving First Nations smoking ceremony, heartfelt (and humorous) speeches, and after the formalities our guests were able to explore and enjoy student-led demonstrations and displays.
Why is this important? Because the places where our young women are educated, shape who they become in the future.
