Reunions and Events – Reunion Recap

Canberra Reunion – 21 March 2026

A special afternoon reconnecting our Pymble community in Canberra.  

Our Canberra alumni reunion brought together graduates across generations for a memorable lunch at the Canberra Southern Cross Yacht Club. It was a wonderful opportunity to reconnect, share stories and celebrate the lifelong connections that continue well beyond school.  

It was especially lovely to welcome three of our newest 2025 graduates, Phoebe, Freya and Evelyn, joining our regular attendees and already embracing the strength of the Pymble alumni network.

1969 – 57 year reunion – 7 March 2026
On Saturday 7 March, 32 1969 leavers gathered for a sumptuous afternoon tea in the David Macfarlane Centre overlooking Marden Lawn. As an interlude in the joyous chatter we heard from two of our year speaking about their life experiences. Katie Black (Flood) regaled us with stories of her time teaching in remote locations around the world, including as Acting Principal in Burkina Faso in Africa. Stephanie Shwabsky shared insights into her life in the Diplomatic Corp, most recently as Ambassador to Lebanon and also Egypt during the Arab Spring.
A slide show was projected onto the large screen throughout the afternoon. It captured recent reunion images and snapshots from our time at Pymble in 1969. Those who sent apologies for this reunion shared a note about “Where they are now” which were included in the slide show. We’re already planning our 60th Reunion at the end of 2029! Watch this space.

Lyn Armstrong (McIntyre) and Annie Walton (Wheelwright) – both boarders and Annie helped communicate with all the boarders for the reunion.

Janet Williamson (Lennox), Philippa Graham (Myers), Ros McGovern (Kellow)

Marsha Geike (Stott), Liz Kelly (Jones) and Ros Clune (Cooper) – Liz helped contact people for the reunion

Marion Thorburn and Helen Gentle (McLennan)

Marshar Geike (Stott), Melinda Long (Gillies) and Sue Ames (Stanley)

Janet Blackwood (Goodsell) and Gai O’Shannessy (Hackett)

Stephanie Shwabsky and Barbara Cameron-Smith

Gai O’Shannessy (Hackett), Julie Carroll (Boyd) and Donna Ravenscroft (Robbins)

Jill Armati (Perry) and Lyn Mahony (Thorp)

Sue Hotz (Small) and Julie Carroll (Boyd)

Ros McGovern (Kellow) beside the birthday cake which was enjoyed by all.

Full Armati (Perry) and Annie Walton (Wheelwright) – boarder 

Marion Thorburn, Elizabeth McNaughton (Scholes), Janet Blackwood (Goodsell), Marsha Geike (Stott) and Sue Hotz (Small)

2001 – 25 year reunion – 28 March 2026

On 28 March, the Class of 2001 returned to the grounds of Pymble.

Within minutes, the years fell away. What struck us most was how little effort it took. Pymble has its own kind of bond, and the laughter that comes is unlike anything else.

The school tour was a highlight, seeing the grounds through adult eyes brought a mix of pride and nostalgia. We were always told how fortunate we were to attend Pymble. It’s only with hindsight that you truly grasp it, not just for the grounds and facilities, but for the friendships formed along the way.

– Ness Ballauff

2020 – 5 year reunion – 7 March 2026

On Saturday 7 March, the Class of 2020 celebrated their slightly belated 5 year reunion at Four Hundred in North Sydney.

Joined by over 80 girls from the cohort, the afternoon was filled with laughter, reminiscing on fond memories from our time at Pymble, and plenty of excitement as we reconnected with old friends.

It was particularly special to see so many boarders travelling from across the country to catch up with their peers, as well as gathering for a preliminary Boarders Lunch before the official Reunion commenced.

The afternoon was a wonderful chance to reconnect with our peers, and a beautiful reminder of the lifelong bonds formed during our time at Pymble.