Edition 48 | October 2018

Postal address:The Headmaster, Hilton CollegePrivate Bag 6001, Hilton, 3245KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Telephone: +27-33-383 0100Fax: + 27-33-383 0080Email: advancement@hiltoncollege.com

Linda van WykDirector of Advancement

From the Advancement Office

It is that time of year when we wish for Summer to arrive, but bemoan the sudden fluctuation between very hot and very cold days. It is also the time of year when we start looking at the annual plans and evaluating our progress, trying to ensure that we reach all our milestones. We wish you good progress and many successes in the last quarter of this year.

It has been a good year for Hilton College – in the classrooms; on various stages, and on the sports fields. We’ve been blessed with gifts from current parents and old boys for two new sports fields for Rugby and Soccer, and a new pavilion that will double for Soccer and Hockey. Perhaps you would like to come and see all the new developments?

Old Hiltonians also benefitted from the improved communication brought about by the implementation of a database system and many

more attended their reunions. For the first time we asked reunion attendees for their comments via an online survey, and the results will enable us to improve your experience at future reunions.

Sadly we lost quite a number of Old Hiltonians in the past three months, and we are keeping all the affected families in our thoughts and prayers.

Hope you will find this edition interesting reading and please always feel welcome to submit your contributions. We love to hear from you!

Kind regards,

Linda van WykDirector of Advancement

The Old Hiltonian Club

The Last Three Reunions of 2018

The 25-Year guys had a blast!More than 35 old boys attended this successful reunion dinner. Many also attended the sporting fixtures between Michaelhouse and Hilton College on 16 June 2018, where Hilton’s win put everyone in a good mood!

The 50-Year guys were entertained and loved it!With a successful weekend of events for the 1968 Leavers, more than 50 old boys and their partners attended the reunion dinner on 25 May 2018. The old boys attended various other events during the weekend, including the rugby against Westville and a braai on the Hilton Estate. Many thanks to Rob Maclean who went to a great deal of effort to ensure that the reunion was a huge success.

The 30-Year group witnessed history in the makingThe 1988 Leavers had the best reunion attendance of all, this year. With close to 70 old boys attending the dinner on Friday 15 June 2018. Many of the old boys also attended the historical 200th rugby fixture between Michaelhouse and Hilton College.

We are looking forward to welcoming you back!

2019 Reunions

We are very excited to embark on organising the 2019 reunions for the 50/40/30/20 and 10-year groups and are currently confirming dates with the volunteers from the various year groups. The first ‘Save the Dates’ are expected to be going out during October 2018.

In order to send out invitations for the upcoming reunions, it is imperative that we have your latest contact information (especially your e-mail address).

If you suspect that your contact details might be out of date, please go to www.hiltoncollege.com/old-hiltonians/update-contact-details/ and update your information. Alternatively, please contact database@hiltoncollege.com for assistance.

Please feel free to contact events@hiltoncollege.com at any time for more information about the upcoming reunions.

Please also note that we’ve compiled a very brief guideline document for old boys who volunteer to assist with organising their reunions. If your reunion is coming up in 2020 or beyond and you wish to become involved, please contact advancement@hiltoncollege.com to receive a copy of the guideline via e-mail.

Branch Regional Activities

We once again wish to express our heartfelt appreciation to the Chairmen of the Branches for their enthusiasm and tireless work in ensuring that the branch events take place and members of The Old Hiltonian Club stay in touch! Thank you so much guys! Below are the events scheduled for the remainder of the year, in date order. Please note, some details are still to be confirmed.

Kindly visit www.hiltoncollege.com/old-hiltonians/events/ for regular updates.

REGIONAL ACTIVITIES 2018

Area Name Venue Date Functions

Gauteng David Heenan Killarney / BCC 12 October Hilton / Michaelhouse Golf Day

Canada Andrew Harington The Toronto Club, Wellington Room107 Wellington St. W., Toronto ON

16 October Annual Dinner

Durban Brad Wanless Durban Country Club - Belvedere Room 18 October Annual Dinner

USA Damian Farrell / David Meachin

The Harvard Club, New York 17 October Dinner

Feather Sound Country Club, St Petersburg, Florida

19 October Golf

The Pelican Perch Dining Room 19 October Dinner

Feather Sound Country Club, St Petersburg, Florida

20 October Golf

Gatsby Private Dining Room, Sea Porch 20 October Dinner

Gatsby Private Dining Room, Sea Porch 21 October Golf

Bel Air Bay Club, Santa Monica 23 October Dinner

W Cape Myles Hoppe TBC / Cape Central 25 October Annual Cocktail Function

UK Andrew Richmond Army and Naval Club, 36 Pall Mall, London SW1Y 5JN

27 October Old Boys Dinner

The UK Old Hiltonians would like you to stay in touch via the UK Branch’s Facebook page:

www.facebook.com/hiltoncollegeuk

Australia John Drake Sydney TBC - October

Durban Pete Taylor Mount Edgecombe Country Club 1 November 59th DA Chapman Trophy (Hilton vs MHS)

Gauteng David Heenan Bryanston Country Club 8 November Annual Dinner

UK Andrew Richmond TBC 13 December Christmas Drinks

Gauteng David Heenan Pirates TBC Old Boys Cricket 6’s

Midlands William Bryant TBC TBC

Zululand Dave Bell TBC TBC

Mpumalanga Philip Tasker TBC TBC Annual Dinner

The database is a work in progress and some of the milestones have already been reached since the Database Manager, Amanda Roos was appointed on 1 August 2017. Future milestones have been set and are continuously revised to further develop the software and information for optimal use.

Self-service online updating was enabled for old boys to update/access their information on the database. The online update link is available on the College website and added to all e-mails and SMSs sent to old

boys via Devman. This function includes a Find Me-page where an old boy can search for his record using his e-mail address. Having an up-to-date e-mail address is very important because the e-mail address is the primary identifier to update a record on Devman. If a person is unable to find their e-mail address on the Find Me-page, they are directed to contact the Database Manager to assist with updating it on Devman.

We are making a concerted effort to update our database towards the 150th anniversary celebrations in 2022 and your help will be much appreciated!

The Hilton College Old Boys’ Database is Evolving Daily

How to update your information?

The Hilton College alumni database is using the Development Manager (Devman) management information system as a central repository for all records related to old boys (alumni). In the school context, Devman’s various features are beneficial to different functions and departments such as: Advancement, Finance, Marketing and Communication.

WEBSITE

Go to www.hiltoncollege.com and select the Old Hiltonians drop-down menu where you will see a tab Update contact details on the left hand side of the screen. Click on the tab and you will be redirected to the Find Me-page. Enter your e-mail address, and you will be sent a link to update your record, otherwise if your e-mail is not recognised by the system, a Find Me-form will pop up for you to complete and send to the Database Manager who will assist with updating your record.

E-MAIL

You are also welcome to e-mail any updated information to database@hiltoncollege.com. The Database Manager will confirm that your record has been updated and a database-generated e-mail will be sent to you with a link to access and view your record on Devman.

LINK

If you have received a recent e-mailed invitation or notification from Hilton College, you can click on the link at the bottom of the e-mail to update your record.

LINKEDIN

Send a message to the Old Hiltonian Club on LinkedIn.

Amanda RoosDatabase Manager database@hiltoncollege.com

School News

One Day Without ShoesDuring May the boys and staff spent one day without shoes. This was a day where choosing to go #withoutshoes helped to raise awareness around children who go to school barefooted every day, and the impact this has on their health and education. The staff and students were also asked to donate a pair of shoes on this day. Boys had great fun observing their barefoot teachers but the cold weather made them very aware of the purpose of the day. Many pairs of shoes were donated.

Grade 8 Project Week Awakens Young EntrepreneursA project week has been included as part of the revamped Grade 8 curriculum, whereby the boys will integrate the knowledge, skills and values that they have learnt during the year. The project focuses mainly on the theme of Investing in the 21st Century, but also includes environmental awareness, art and creativity.

Our young aspiring Grade 8 Hiltonian entrepreneurs worked together to create a small business enterprise for a week. The aim was to renovate/up-cycle old, discarded pieces of furniture or materials by adding a new, modern and appealing twist. This aim of the project was to teach them project management, planning, problem-solving, accounting, marketing and reporting skills, as well as how to set up a social media site to sell their products.

At the end of the week, each group auctioned their furniture online and 50% of the profits from the sale were donated to the Limitless Foundation founded by the late Xilombe Tlakula (Ellis, 2016) who passed away in March 2018.

www.facebook.com/limitlessZA/

The Hilton/Michaelhouse derby is an iconic fixture in the KZN sporting calendar, but there was a particularly strong sense of history during the Youth Day weekend on the fields of Hilton College. The 1st XV rugby teams battled for the 200th time since the tradition started in 1904. Craig Joubert also blew his final match as a rugby referee and the epic match took place on Youth Day.

The event saw almost 10,000 people passing through the McKenzie Gates – with thousands more logging in to watch the live-streaming of the 1st XV rugby match from further afield. The schools decided to mark the occasion by collaborating on a special piece in the war cry rendition and also released a commemorative jersey (A jersey signed by both teams is depicted here).

The unbeaten Hilton College 1st XV may have been favourites coming into this final match, but the history between these schools has proven that the games between these schools are always close. Michaelhouse in fact were the better team very early on, converting pressure into points after an exceptional drop goal. Hilton struck back with a try to snatch the lead. Thanks to brilliant defence from both teams, scoring was kept to a minimum with the only additions being a penalty a piece; 10 – 6 the score at half time. In the second half, sustained territorial advantage in Hilton’s favour eventually started taking its toll on the visitors. Three successive penalties and a late try put the “White” well in the lead 26 – 6. Michaelhouse never gave up and scored a try on the stroke of full time but, in the end, it was Hilton College’s day (26 – 11).

The 1st XI hockey fixture was tipped to be a close game, despite Michaelhouse having run out comfortable winners in the match played in May. Hilton’s captain, Duncan Fyvie, was hoping for good fortune as he ran on for his 50th cap for his team, and it was Hilton who made the better start when, in the opening minutes of play, they scored from a

penalty corner. A strong contest ensued with the hosts enjoying the better fortune. Four more brilliant goals were scored in the match, three by Hilton and one by Michaelhouse, to see the game finish 4 – 1 in Hilton College’s favour.

In the end, Hilton supporters would have been pleased with the results, having secured an unbeaten 1st XV season; victory in 13 of the 15 rugby games, and eight of the 14 hockey games (there were three hockey draws) – but all who attended and especially those who participated got to be part of a significant day in the annals of both schools.

Hilton College Vs Michaelhouse – A 200th Epic Battle

The event saw almost 10,000 people passing through the McKenzie Gates – with thousands more logging in to watch the live-streaming of the 1st XV rugby match from further afield.

The Hilton College Choir Made Us Proud At The World Choir Games

Congratulations to our Hilton College Choir who were awarded a Gold and Silver Diploma at the World Choir Games.

Well done, we are very proud of you!

Mick Cook (Newnham, 1969 – 1973) and Bruce Fannin (Pearce, 1970 – 1974)Mick and Bruce were selected to represent South Africa in the SA 60As hockey team (for those aged between 60 and 65) at the World Grandmasters Hockey tournament played in June, in Barcelona, Spain. There were 18 countries participating in the 60s A-section. South Africa played Canada, USA, Scotland and Australia with the first two placed teams of each of the 4 leagues progressing to the quarter-finals of the knock-out section.

South Africa sent 4 teams to the Grandmasters Hockey tournament - two in the 60s age group and one each in the 65s and 70s. The tournament is held every two years, with the last one being held in Newcastle, Australia, where the 60A team came in a commendable 5th position out of the 13 participating countries.

Keep going, guys, we admire your active lifestyle!

Cameron Wright (Lucas, 2011 – 2013)Congratulations to Cameron Wright who was selected for the Springbok squad in May 2018.

Chris Woollam (Falcon, 2013 – 2017)After matriculating from Hilton College in 2017, Chris Woollam has enjoyed a very successful season on the SA Amateur golf circuit rising to 6th place in the SA Men’s rankings. This comes after two runner-up finishes in the Sanlam SA Amateur and the Pro Shop Northern Amateur respectively and a third place in the KZN Open last weekend.

Chris and his dad recently embarked on a four week tour to Europe to compete in the Irish Men’s Amateur at Royal County Down, the English Men’s Amateur (Brabazon Trophy) at Frilford Heath and hopefully the St Andrews Links Trophy at the Old Course.

He will proudly be wearing the Fleur de Lys on his bag and clothing in honour of the school where he spent 5 great years of his life.

Later this year Chris will be leaving for the USA to study and play golf at Louisiana State University a College with a great golfing history.

We are watching your Golfing career with interest, Chris!

Old Boys News

Full article available at:www.bizcommunity.com/Article/196/182/178525.html#more

Andrew Smith (Mckenzie, 1994 – 1998)Andrew is the co-founder and managing director of Yuppiechef that has just opened its second physical store, in the Gardens Shopping Centre, in Cape Town. This second store comes just nine months after their first store in Tyger Valley.

Andrew says; “We’re thrilled about the new opportunities this omni-channel strategy has opened up for us, and we’ll continue to innovate to deliver the ultimate shopping experience for our customers.”

Emile McLennan (Churchill, 2009 – 2013)Emile recently spent some time at Hilton College speaking to the students about his entrepreneurial efforts. His business interests include e-commerce, logistics and freight optimisation software and he is currently working in Finance and living in Cape Town.

Having successfully exited his previous two businesses, he is spending his time between completing a post graduate degree at UCT, as well as heading up the local chapter of the Kairos Society, focused on identifying and growing young start-ups in South Africa.

Gareth Obery (McKenzie, 2010 – 2014)

Gareth is currently studying medicine at UCT. He is running an initiative for Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital on behalf of the UCT Surgical Society. They are supporting the Weekend Waiting List Initiative which was set up in 2011 to combat the protracted surgical waiting list. It allows an extra day of surgery (Saturday) for patients that had their surgeries postponed due to more pressing or life threatening surgeries. The Weekend Waiting List Initiative has resulted in over 800 life changing surgeries being performed on children who would otherwise have had to wait months.

Partnering with the Cape Town Marathon, they ran a 10km Peace Run in medical scrubs on 23rd September 2018. Tickets for the race were sold at R250 per person, with the participants pledging to raise R2,500 each for the Children’s Hospital. R139,795 was raised online via the GivenGain website.

Read all about this successful event at www.iol.co.za/capetimes/news/ctmarathon-captainschallenge-runners-explain-why-they-run4change-17159271

Photographs can be viewed on www.facebook.com/uctscrubrun

The initiative speaks to the ethos of the UCT Surgical Society by providing surgery related outreach and doctors going beyond their call of duty.

“We are looking to gain sponsorship for each kilometre run by our team to allow the exceptional work of the surgeons to continue” says Gareth.

Well done, Gareth and team UCT!

Sean O’Connor (Falcon, 1983 – 1987)Sean is a dad of three who runs his own business producing theatre in the workplace, in communities, and in public spaces. He has written textbooks and DJ’d weddings, and looks forward to DJ’ing funerals someday too. He lives in Observatory, Cape Town, with his dogs Seigfried and Milo, and believes that the quality of his community impacts directly on the quality of his life,which, he feels privileged to say, is good.

The following article written by Sean, appeared on www.BizNews.com - we quote the article, as published.

Here’s to the good teachers who change our lives for the better We never forget the names of the teachers who make a meaningful impact on the paths we choose and the lives we lead. And all it takes is one good teacher to make a difference that lingers.

I believe that as long as you have the fortune to have just one good teacher during your school career, you’ll be okay. From the entire gallery of mostly downtrodden, underpaid, overburdened and constantly challenged teaching staff, just one, who believes in you, is all I ask. Someone who recognises your potential, which you might not see yourself.

Watching my son progress through the schooling system has been an occasion for rage and despair, as he has weaved between the star teachers. Every year his mother and I had hoped, almost prayed, that he would be put into a certain teacher’s class, as would he. It is never to be. The list of fantastic teachers he was never in the care of grew longer every year.

Grade 1 was a nightmare, the worst start to school imaginable, after a great pre-primary. His teacher had come out of retirement and was fired at the end of the year. Once, when I went into the class to see her, she said: “Is your son better?” I was nonplussed. She said he had been absent that week. In fact, he hadn’t. She just hadn’t seen him.

His Grade 4 teacher was great, and he still speaks of her fondly. His Grade 5 teacher was fantastic too, tough and compassionate, although he didn’t care much for her. But I believe she did him a lot of good. Entering high school, his form tutor is the subject of ridicule. My son moved from one class to another in a docile way, just another boy who didn’t attract much attention, as he is neither academic nor sporty.

This is partly the reason why his mother decided to accept the offer of free schooling in Germany for a year. She is a teacher at the International School in a small city, which means that both my son and daughter get their fees waived. Their transport is free, as is their comprehensive medical aid. The medium of instruction is English. Teachers are properly paid and their work/life balance is a school priority. Overheard on the phone to a friend in South Africa recently, my son (aged 14) was heard to say to his local friend: “You can’t believe it. All the teachers here are f*#&ing great!”

However, it is the music teacher who is the star in his sky. He has inspired my son to compose music, and this young lad is often seen by a keyboard and computer with headphones on in the afternoon. He proudly told me he had composed a song for me which he will be bringing home on a visit soon. He is friends with the teacher’s son, so spends time at their home. On a recent visit, I met the man, and felt some fraternal affinity as I shook his hand. I understand the role he is playing in my son’s life. Even if it is a minor one, it is exceptionally affirming.

While sharing this idea of having just one good teacher with a friend recently, she went on to describe the person who had made the difference for her, and caused profound change in her self-belief, the teacher who had recognised her potential and encouraged it, and so affected the course of her life. She was at an all-girls school near the all-boys school I attended. As we each described our teachers, mine, a man, hers, a woman, it slowly dawned on us that the people we were speaking of were husband and wife. Mine’s name was Ant Lovell, and hers, Moira Lovell. They were both English teachers, and she was a poet as well, while he was a fine cricket coach.

I remember being summoned to Mr Lovell’s office, where his cat, Lexington, jumped onto my head. Such was my absurd sense of decorum that I let the cat’s claws scratch into my forehead rather than brush it off. The teacher uttered an appropriate expletive, urging me to get rid of the cat, then offered me a role in my first high school play, a three-hander where I was to remain onstage for about 70 minutes, in front of hundreds of people. It was Paul Slabolepsky’s seminal Saturday Night at the Palace, a tragic tale of racist rage, staged for the first time since the original run which had starred the playwright, John Kani, and Bill Flynn.

Some stuck-up parents walked out, offended by its provocations. This was 1986. But such was the success of the show, that we were invited to tour. The next year, I won the Drama Prize at school, hitchhiked to the Grahamstown Festival, and several years after that, decided to study to become a teacher myself. And now I make my living in theatre. All because of one teacher who believed in me.

Tim Gibson (Ellis, 1988 -1993) Wrote on behalf of the Cattle Project team: “Our buying is going very well with a selection of the finest oxen the midlands have to offer arriving daily.

We decided to change our weighing methodology this year, only considering the “growth period” from October to January. This allows for those oxen who have had a slightly delayed start in their lives to benefit from living and adjusting to the Hilton environment and the benefit of Rowan’s meticulous stock handling before being assessed.

As reported previously we had an exceptional year overall in the project and the winning ox came with in with an excellent average daily gain of 1.31kg. This marvellous ox was none other than “Chunky” owned by the irrepressible CJ Porter! Chunky was closely followed by “Hind ¼” owned Mr Chris Haynes and Daniel Hoole finished off the podium with a dazzling performance from his beloved ox “Stephanie”. I take no responsibility on owners giving their oxen girl names and the consequences that may result! Well Done CJ, Chris and Daniel”.

Jean Nel (Pearce, 2011 – 2015)Jean, who is currently studying law at Stellenbosch University and seven of his friends participated in the annual Put Foot Rally organised by the Put Foot Foundation.

The Put Foot Rally is a 9000km trip through South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique. The aim of the trip is to raise funds to buy school shoes for children in Africa, as well as to contribute to the conservation of Rhino and other endangered species.

Nathan Julius (Falcon, 2014 – 2016)Nathan has just finished his first year at the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis in Basel, Switzerland. He recently joined forces with the Voices of Hilton and South African conductor, Richard Cock to perform at Hilton College.

Nathan is making the group of old boys who are funding his studies very proud.

Jean and his team raised R 20 495.61 for this worthy in www.putfootrally.com/ for more information about the 2019 rally.

Gordon Crossley (Staff Member)The Hilton College community was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Gordon Crossley. Gordon joined the English Department of Hilton College in 1973 and during his 29 years of service, he was a teacher, housemaster of Newnham House, director of plays, sports coach, Senior Master and finally, Second Master. During his tenure, he insisted on discipline and good manners for all boys and staff.

Gordon constantly displayed a love for English literature and a generation of schoolboys benefited from his sense of fun and his belief in good values. He was a schoolmaster who cared for the welfare of his pupils, and consequently won their respect and affection. He was constantly supported by his wife Marge who ran the Stock Exchange, was involved in the upkeep of the school’s gardens and was a gracious hostess at many functions in their home.

The Hilton College family honours Gordon’s legacy and sends its heartfelt condolences to Marge and her family.

Theodore Krouse (Falcon 2003 – 2005)Theodore sadly passed away in his sleep on 4 May 2018 at a very young age, from cardiomyopathy. Theo was the Manager of Kareespruit Game Lodge and Guest House and leaves his parents, Joseph and Naomi Krouse as well as his younger brother Steyn, who is also an Old Hiltonian.

Pete Holford (McKenzie 1965 – 1968)Sadly, Pete Holford passed away on 12 May 2018, after a short illness.

Dr Jacko Jackson (Pearce 1960 – 1964)After leaving Hilton, Jacko studied at UCT where he began his career in medical research. After university, he was employed as a researcher by the South African Medical Research Council, in Durban. In 1974 he was awarded a PhD. in Schistomiasis Studies (Bilharzia Research) and he was later the recipient of numerous awards from Cambridge University in the UK in recognition of his international standing as an expert in Amoebiasis.

Jacko’s biggest achievement was an award by the Cambridge University International Biographical Centre as ‘one of the 2000 Outstanding Scientists of the 20th Century’.

Jacko leaves two sons Iain (Pearce 1986 – 1989) and James (Pearce 1990 – 1994), a daughter Nicky, and his wife Margaret.

Richard C. B. Hinde (McKenzie 1954 – 1957)Richard sadly passed away during June 2018 after battling a long illness. He farmed under Vic Staunton before going on his own in 1962 on Madilla Farm, Centenary East. He and his brother-in-law, Pat Hyde-Smith, were some of the pioneers who opened up the Cullinan Block. Richard was an outstanding farmer. He is survived by his partner Lorraine, his 104-year-old mother, Freda, and his children Steve, Craig, Lissie, Glen, Dougie and Patrick and their families.

Remi Olowolagba (Newnham 2010 – 2014)Remi sadly passed away during June this year. His friend William Fraser (Churchill 2010 – 2014) had the following to say about Remi: “He radiated

light throughout not only our grade, but our five years at this institution, leaving an indelible mark upon us all.” He will be missed by his family and many Old Hiltonians. Remi studied Philosophy at UCT and the University of Pretoria.

Colin Michael Nethersole (Churchill 1953 – 1955)After gaining his Matric, Colin went to Shuttleworth Agricultural College in England. He gained his agricultural degree and, at the same time, a City of Guilds diploma in Mechanical Engineering – which stood him in good stead in his career as a farmer. Colin is survived by his wife Carol and his children Jo and Peter, their families and six grandchildren.

David Albert (Churchill 1974 – 1977)David sadly passed away whilst hiking in the Drakensberg earlier this year. Condolences to his family.

Clive Ulyate (Ellis 1948 – 1951)Clive passed away earlier this year. Condolences to his family.

Matthew Macdonald (Churchill 2001 – 2005)After a long battle with cancer, Matthew sadly passed away in May this year.

Gail Hodgson (Pearce 1951 – 1954)Sadly, Gail passed away during May this year and is survived by his daughter, Kim.

Jonathan Anderson (Ellis 1964 – 1971)Philip Solomon kindly informed us about the passing of Jonathan Anderson earlier this year. According to our records Jonathan attended Hilton College between 1967 and 1971 and was in Ellis House. He participated in the 5th Cricket team, received Colours for Athletics, played for the 2nd XV Rugby team, and was on the Shooting Team.

It is with sadness we report the passing of the following Old Hiltonians:

Condolences

Our thoughts and prayers are with the families during this time.

Richard Edward Hague (Pearce 1934-1938)Richard passed away in May 2018 and his daughter, Jackie, wrote that he enjoyed a long life and that Hilton College brightened up his last birthday with an SMS from the school.

We found this lovely note from him in the Hiltonian Magazine of 2013:

“RICHARD HAGUE 1934-1938 was delighted in receiving his Hiltonian magazine, which he starts reading from the end of the magazine for news of Old Boys. He attends, along with Des Sonnenfeld and Dan Yardley a monthly lunch at Bryanston Sports. The attendance being about 20 — 25 every month. “On April 16, it was a great day for me, Princess Ann and her husband Vice Admiral Sir Tim Lawrence visited S Africa as part of the Queen’s Jubilee year. I was a privileged guest at a lunch hosted by the SA Legion with the UK Embassy. The guests were all World War 11 vets - hence the lunch. I have the honour of being seated next to Sir Tim - and discussions covered horses and rugby.”

Yivani Ndizana (Mckenzie 2011- 2015)Yivani sadly passed away in July 2018 and was buried from the Hilton College Chapel on 3 August. The Music Department published the following on their Facebook page:

“He is fondly remembered as an incredibly talented musician, most notably his epic role as “Jean Valjean” in the school’s 2014 production of Les Miserables. He was the most gentle, humble and delightful young man to teach, and was so inspirational to many Hilton boys. He was so dearly loved by all and the Music Department is so sad to hear the tragic news”.

At the time of his death Yivani studied MA (Hons) Economics with Finance at the University of Edinburgh.