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Newspaper Clipping. Undated, but possibly 1988 as text states "The class held its 21st reunion since 1967..."
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Summary: Ringwood State School Reunion, 56 Years Later
Former pupils of Ringwood State School No. 2997 (now Ringwood Primary School) celebrated the 21st annual reunion of their 1923-31 class group, bringing together classmates and former teachers more than 56 years after their school days. The reunion, held at the Club Hotel, Ringwood, was attended by 25 original class members and two former teachers.
Mrs Sylvia Ferguson, a long-time organiser and class member, reflected on the enduring connections among the group, noting that although some classmates had passed away or could no longer attend, many still supported the annual reunions. She explained that the first 20 reunions had been held at Sherbrooke Lodge before the gathering moved to the Club Hotel, a venue chosen because it had been a favourite meeting place for many of their fathers.
Fellow class member Mr Des Lindsay spoke about his family's connection to the hotel, saying his grandfather had operated it from 1888 until it was destroyed by fire in 1892. He also commented on the rarity and value of a school class remaining in contact for so many years, describing the group's continuing friendship as something special.
The article highlighted the remarkable longevity of the reunion group, whose members had maintained connections for decades after leaving school. A photograph accompanying the article showed reunion attendees Lloyd Tann, Des Lindsay, Sylvia Ferguson, Thelma Wileman, and former teacher Rita Sylvana celebrating the occasion.
This reunion was presented as an unusual example of former schoolmates preserving friendships and community ties across more than half a century
(Co-Pilot 24/10/2026)
