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* Br Walter Frederick Ives (b. 1934): educated Christian Brothers College, Dunedin; joined the staff at St Peter's College in 1956; transferred at the end of 1959 to St Edmund's School, South Dunedin; teaching at Liston College in 1983 (?)<ref>St Peter's College Magazine 1960, p. 18; A Glimpse at the Past, 1956, St Peter's Magazine 1964, p. 16; Paul Malcolm Robertson, Nga Parata Karaitiana The Christian Brothers, A Public Culture in Transition, A Comparative Study of the Indian and New Zealand Provinces, an unpublished thesis for MA in Anthropology, University of Auckland, 1996, p. 280; Liston College: 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 28.</ref>
* Br Walter Frederick Ives (b. 1934): educated Christian Brothers College, Dunedin; joined the staff at St Peter's College in 1956; transferred at the end of 1959 to St Edmund's School, South Dunedin; teaching at Liston College in 1983 (?)<ref>St Peter's College Magazine 1960, p. 18; A Glimpse at the Past, 1956, St Peter's Magazine 1964, p. 16; Paul Malcolm Robertson, Nga Parata Karaitiana The Christian Brothers, A Public Culture in Transition, A Comparative Study of the Indian and New Zealand Provinces, an unpublished thesis for MA in Anthropology, University of Auckland, 1996, p. 280; Liston College: 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 28.</ref>


* Br John Paul McKean (b. 1941): educated at St Peter's College (1952? - 195?); a foundation teacher at Liston College from 1974.<ref> Donaldson, p. 17; Robertson, p. 281; Liston College: 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 28.</ref>
* Br John Paul McKean (b. 1941): educated at [[St Peter's College, Auckland|St Peter's College]] (1952? - 195?); taught at Edmund Rice College, Rotorua in period 1965 -1971(?); was a foundation teacher at [[Liston College]]. "The College (Liston College) opened on [[February 7|7 February]] [[1974]] with a staff of two Christian Brothers, Br Wellsmore and Br McKean and 72 foundation pupils. The pupils were divided into Form One 'J' and Form One 'M'. These initials stood for Archbishop Liston's Christian names - James Michael. Classwork began immediately and homework was set on the first day."<ref> Donaldson, p. 17; Robertson, p. 281; Bridget (Anderson) Harrod, 100 Years Catholic Education in Rotorua 1903-2003, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Rotorua, 2003, p. 38.</ref>


* Br Thomas Aquinas Monagle (1928&ndash;1983) (MA in French): educated in Melbourne ([[St. Kevin's College, Melbourne|St Kevin's College, Toorak]] (?)); joined the staff at St Peter's College in 1947 and left in 1948; returned to St Peter's College in 1952 and remained there until 1981 (?); was the principal creator of the Boston Road railway station; he was the Deputy Principal of Liston College in 1981, 1982 and 1983 until his death; died in 16 February 1983 (Ash Wednesday) aged 54, buried St Patrick's Catholic Church Cemetery, Panmure, Auckland.<ref>A Glimpse at the Past, 1952, St Peter's Magazine 1964, p. 14; Robertson p. 279; Donaldson, p. 17; St Peters College Magazines 1960 (p. 279) and 1983 (p. 7); http://www.edmundrice.org.nz/index.php?page=/christianbro/index.htm ; Brother V. Ives, Brother Monagle 1928-1983, Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 28: "We have loved him in life, let us not forget him in death." "The sudden death of Brother Monagle in the early hours of Ash Wednesday [16 February 1983] left [Liston] College, Brothers, staff, parents and pupils, with the feeling that all had lost a great and wonderful friend. The pupils, especially, had lost a great advocate and inspired teacher. The Brothers had lost a valued and supportive member and the staff a friend to whom they could confide and one who could give them helpful and sound advice. 'Brother Tom', as many knew him, worked tirelessly in the interest of the pupils in every school to which he was attached, but no more than his last appointment here at Liston College. For him the work here was a challenge. When he first arrived, the college was relatively new as such there was much work to be done. His great interest was in beautifying the grounds and to this end he had planted trees around the boundary. These trees were looked after carefully and most mornings and evenings, while they were still young, he would be found on his bicycle moving from tree to tree watering and weeding, giving them the care they needed. If one was broken or uprooted by vandals, and there were several, he was most upset but would then set about replacing them. Besides the grounds, Brother Tom took upon himself the work of organizing the transport for the boys. The work of co-ordinating the buses and trains had long been an interest. His brother, Brother Vincent, gave us an insight into this interest. Even as a young child, at home in Preston, Melbourne, he had long been fascinated by train travel. He knew every station on the City [to] Preston line and the timetables and many an evening his mother had to wait to set the kitchen table because the model train, which he had set up, was not yet at its destination and it would not do to have it running ahead of time - people would miss connections. This early adherence to detail stayed with him in the organizing of the train transport, first at St Peter's, then at Liston where it was given full scope. At St Peter's it was his work that had set up the station right at the college. At Liston, his organizing abilities were given wider scope because of the buses. He was often to be seen on his bicycle or in the car plotting routes, stops and working out distances. In his office he had maps of the area with the routes clearly marked. Nothing was too much or difficult if it meant a shorter walk for the boys in catching a bus to and from school. In all the years of teaching, Brother Tom had never held a position above that of Deputy-Principal, until this year. With Brother Sisson overseas, the job of leading the College was in his hands. The school year had begun well. The very first thing was the school Mass organized for the first day that all were present. 'Liston,' in his own words, 'has a Special Character as a Catholic School and what better way to start the academic year, than by offering ourselves to God in the Celebration together of the Eucharist.' This was how he saw the work of the College and it was to set the tone for the year. Brother Tom's last few days were hectic. After attending a Board of Governors meeting he retired, still feeling unwell, but was unable to rest. About 11.15pm he required assistance from one of the Brothers, who called the Parish Priest and his doctor. As the result of a heart attack Brother Tom slipped into unconsciousness and went to God about 12.30am on Ash Wednesday. The main funeral Mass was held in the school hall and attended by parents, past pupils and many religious. Bishop Rogers was main celebrant assisted by thirteen priests most of whom were ex-pupils of Brother Monagle. The Brothers who carried the casket from the hearse to the graveside had all been pupils in schools at which Brother Monagle had taught. Brother Thomas Aquinas Monagle now rests next to a fellow worker from St Peter's, Brother Eric Evangelist Fraser, in the Catholic Cemetery at Panmure." "May he rest in peace."</ref>
* Br Thomas Aquinas Monagle (1928&ndash;1983) (MA in French): educated in Melbourne ([[St. Kevin's College, Melbourne|St Kevin's College, Toorak]] (?)); joined the staff at St Peter's College in 1947 and left in 1948; returned to St Peter's College in 1952 and remained there until 1981 (?); was the principal creator of the Boston Road railway station; he was the Deputy Principal of Liston College in 1981, 1982 and 1983 until his death; died in 16 February 1983 (Ash Wednesday) aged 54, buried St Patrick's Catholic Church Cemetery, Panmure, Auckland.<ref>A Glimpse at the Past, 1952, St Peter's Magazine 1964, p. 14; Robertson p. 279; Donaldson, p. 17; St Peters College Magazines 1960 (p. 279) and 1983 (p. 7); http://www.edmundrice.org.nz/index.php?page=/christianbro/index.htm ; Brother V. Ives, Brother Monagle 1928-1983, Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 28: "We have loved him in life, let us not forget him in death." "The sudden death of Brother Monagle in the early hours of Ash Wednesday [16 February 1983] left [Liston] College, Brothers, staff, parents and pupils, with the feeling that all had lost a great and wonderful friend. The pupils, especially, had lost a great advocate and inspired teacher. The Brothers had lost a valued and supportive member and the staff a friend to whom they could confide and one who could give them helpful and sound advice. 'Brother Tom', as many knew him, worked tirelessly in the interest of the pupils in every school to which he was attached, but no more than his last appointment here at Liston College. For him the work here was a challenge. When he first arrived, the college was relatively new as such there was much work to be done. His great interest was in beautifying the grounds and to this end he had planted trees around the boundary. These trees were looked after carefully and most mornings and evenings, while they were still young, he would be found on his bicycle moving from tree to tree watering and weeding, giving them the care they needed. If one was broken or uprooted by vandals, and there were several, he was most upset but would then set about replacing them. Besides the grounds, Brother Tom took upon himself the work of organizing the transport for the boys. The work of co-ordinating the buses and trains had long been an interest. His brother, Brother Vincent, gave us an insight into this interest. Even as a young child, at home in Preston, Melbourne, he had long been fascinated by train travel. He knew every station on the City [to] Preston line and the timetables and many an evening his mother had to wait to set the kitchen table because the model train, which he had set up, was not yet at its destination and it would not do to have it running ahead of time - people would miss connections. This early adherence to detail stayed with him in the organizing of the train transport, first at St Peter's, then at Liston where it was given full scope. At St Peter's it was his work that had set up the station right at the college. At Liston, his organizing abilities were given wider scope because of the buses. He was often to be seen on his bicycle or in the car plotting routes, stops and working out distances. In his office he had maps of the area with the routes clearly marked. Nothing was too much or difficult if it meant a shorter walk for the boys in catching a bus to and from school. In all the years of teaching, Brother Tom had never held a position above that of Deputy-Principal, until this year. With Brother Sisson overseas, the job of leading the College was in his hands. The school year had begun well. The very first thing was the school Mass organized for the first day that all were present. 'Liston,' in his own words, 'has a Special Character as a Catholic School and what better way to start the academic year, than by offering ourselves to God in the Celebration together of the Eucharist.' This was how he saw the work of the College and it was to set the tone for the year. Brother Tom's last few days were hectic. After attending a Board of Governors meeting he retired, still feeling unwell, but was unable to rest. About 11.15pm he required assistance from one of the Brothers, who called the Parish Priest and his doctor. As the result of a heart attack Brother Tom slipped into unconsciousness and went to God about 12.30am on Ash Wednesday. The main funeral Mass was held in the school hall and attended by parents, past pupils and many religious. Bishop Rogers was main celebrant assisted by thirteen priests most of whom were ex-pupils of Brother Monagle. The Brothers who carried the casket from the hearse to the graveside had all been pupils in schools at which Brother Monagle had taught. Brother Thomas Aquinas Monagle now rests next to a fellow worker from St Peter's, Brother Eric Evangelist Fraser, in the Catholic Cemetery at Panmure." "May he rest in peace."</ref>
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* Br Ignacy John Rubisz: educated at St Peter's College (1961&ndash;1967); mathematics teacher at St Peter's College, Liston College, Nukutere College, and other schools; taught at Liston College 1983 - 1988; member of Edmund Rice Community, Westport (2000? - 2004?); died aged 56 in 2005 (buried at the Old Cathedral cemetery, Awarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands);<ref>Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 12; May They Rest in Peace: Brother John Henry Shepherd; Brother Ignacy Rubisz, The Listoner, Vol 2, Issue 3, December 2005, p. 2: "Christian Brothers, John Shepherd and Ignacy Rubisz both passed away on Sunday, 23 October this year.... {Brother Ignacy Rubisz] died in Rarotonga aged 56. He had been feeling unwell for some days before his death on October 23 and had sought medical advice. It is thought he died of a heart attack. Brother Rubisz had been teaching at the Christian Brother’s School Nuketere College. The Christian Brothers Community and staff and students of Nuketere College were shocked and saddened by his sudden death. Brother Rubisz, a St Peter’s old Boy, taught at Liston College from 1983 to 1988. He taught mathematics and coached cricket and soccer. During his time at Liston he was been form teacher of 5L and 6J. Brother John O'Neil, who also once taught at Liston, posted the following message on the internet within hours of discovering his workmate and friend's body: 'No doubt you all know by now the sad news about Ignacy. 24 hours after he died so suddenly it seems impossible to believe that he is gone. The house is so empty without him. He came back here this year after an absence of five years and was very happy. He said so many times this year "I am just so glad to be here!" Sometimes he said this during prayer time and at other times just when we were sitting on the veranda chatting. Brother Rubisz spoke so often of the 'extraordinarily good children' that he dealt with. In their turn they found him an extraordinarily good friend and teacher. He was very proud to be a Brother and believed very strongly that his way of life was an inspiration to so many people.' Brother O’Neil goes on to say that Ignacy was an excellent companion both in community and at prayer. His course in the USA had meant so much to him and had done so much for him. 'We are so sorry to lose him but we do take comfort from knowing that he was happy and contented here and we know he will be looking over us from heaven.'A memorial service was held for both Brothers John Shepherd and Ignacy Rubisz at St Benedict’s in early November. Chris Rooney and Paul Houghton as well as a number of Old Boys attended the memorial service. Brother Rubisz was buried in Rarotonga and Brother Shepherd was buried in Dunedin. deceased NZ Christian Brothers: http://www.edmundrice.org.nz/index.php?page=/christianbro/index.htm</ref>
* Br Ignacy John Rubisz: educated at St Peter's College (1961&ndash;1967); mathematics teacher at St Peter's College, Liston College, Nukutere College, and other schools; taught at Liston College 1983 - 1988; member of Edmund Rice Community, Westport (2000? - 2004?); died aged 56 in 2005 (buried at the Old Cathedral cemetery, Awarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands);<ref>Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 12; May They Rest in Peace: Brother John Henry Shepherd; Brother Ignacy Rubisz, The Listoner, Vol 2, Issue 3, December 2005, p. 2: "Christian Brothers, John Shepherd and Ignacy Rubisz both passed away on Sunday, 23 October this year.... {Brother Ignacy Rubisz] died in Rarotonga aged 56. He had been feeling unwell for some days before his death on October 23 and had sought medical advice. It is thought he died of a heart attack. Brother Rubisz had been teaching at the Christian Brother’s School Nuketere College. The Christian Brothers Community and staff and students of Nuketere College were shocked and saddened by his sudden death. Brother Rubisz, a St Peter’s old Boy, taught at Liston College from 1983 to 1988. He taught mathematics and coached cricket and soccer. During his time at Liston he was been form teacher of 5L and 6J. Brother John O'Neil, who also once taught at Liston, posted the following message on the internet within hours of discovering his workmate and friend's body: 'No doubt you all know by now the sad news about Ignacy. 24 hours after he died so suddenly it seems impossible to believe that he is gone. The house is so empty without him. He came back here this year after an absence of five years and was very happy. He said so many times this year "I am just so glad to be here!" Sometimes he said this during prayer time and at other times just when we were sitting on the veranda chatting. Brother Rubisz spoke so often of the 'extraordinarily good children' that he dealt with. In their turn they found him an extraordinarily good friend and teacher. He was very proud to be a Brother and believed very strongly that his way of life was an inspiration to so many people.' Brother O’Neil goes on to say that Ignacy was an excellent companion both in community and at prayer. His course in the USA had meant so much to him and had done so much for him. 'We are so sorry to lose him but we do take comfort from knowing that he was happy and contented here and we know he will be looking over us from heaven.'A memorial service was held for both Brothers John Shepherd and Ignacy Rubisz at St Benedict’s in early November. Chris Rooney and Paul Houghton as well as a number of Old Boys attended the memorial service. Brother Rubisz was buried in Rarotonga and Brother Shepherd was buried in Dunedin. deceased NZ Christian Brothers: http://www.edmundrice.org.nz/index.php?page=/christianbro/index.htm</ref>


* Br Patrick Celestine Ryan (1909 - 1995)(known as "Paddy"): joined the staff at St Peter's College in 1954; fifth Principal of St Peter's College (1957&ndash;1965); Provincial of Christian Brothers from 1965 and frequent visitor to all Christian Brothers communities, including Liston College; returned to teach at St Peter's College in 1980s; died aged 86 in 1995 (buried Anderson Bay Cemetery, Dunedin)); "Has there ever been a better maths teacher than Paddy Ryan? Mind you, he scared the hell out of us in 1961 or 62 when he misread the news on the radio and said that the Cuban missile crisis had lead to war".<ref>A Glimpse at the Past, 1954, St Peter's Magazine 1964, p. 16; Bridget (Anderson) Hodder, p. 41 (Photograph: "Superior - General's Visit 7-8 Nov 1968"); deceased NZ Christian Brothers: http://www.edmundrice.org.nz/index.php?page=/christianbro/index.htm ; http://www.oldfriends.co.nz/Memories.aspx?id=812478&page=2</ref>
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* Br John Henry Shepherd (1939&ndash;2000): educated at St Peter's College 1950 - 1957; taught at Liston College 1983 and 1984; died aged 66 in 2000; buried at Green Park Cemetery Dunedin. <ref>Robertson, p. 281; May They Rest in Peace: Brother John Henry Shepherd; Brother Ignacy Rubisz, The Listoner, Vol 2, Issue 3, December 2005, p. 2: Brother John Shepherd, who taught at Liston College [in 1983 to 1984 and in 1987 (?)], died in Dunedin after a long struggle with cancer. Brother John had been in hospital recovering from a cancer related operation when he died. While at Liston College, Brother Shepherd taught Maths and in 1987 was the Form 7 form teacher. In recent years, Brother Shepherd was involved setting up camps for under privileged young men and women in Dunedin. ... A memorial service was held for both Brothers John Shepherd and Ignacy Rubisz at St Benedict’s in early November. Chris Rooney and Paul Houghton as well as a number of Old Boys attended the memorial service. Brother Rubisz was buried in Rarotonga and Brother Shepherd was buried in Dunedin."</ref>

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* Br John Henry Shepherd (1939&ndash;2000): educated at St Peter's College 1950 - 1957; principal of [[St Thomas of Canterbury College]], Christchurch 1979 - 1981; taught at [[Liston College]] 1983, 1984, and 1987; also at [[John Paul College, Rotorua|Edmund Rice College]],Rotorua in 1987; died aged 66 in 2005 (on Sunday, 23 October); buried at Green Park Cemetery Dunedin. <ref>Robertson, p. 281; May They Rest in Peace: Brother John Henry Shepherd; Brother Ignacy Rubisz, The Listoner, Vol 2, Issue 3, December 2005, p. 2: "Brother John Shepherd, who taught at Liston College [in 1983 to 1984 and in 1987 (?)], died in Dunedin after a long struggle with cancer. Brother John had been in hospital recovering from a cancer related operation when he died. While at Liston College, Brother Shepherd taught Maths and in 1987 was the Form 7 form teacher. In recent years, Brother Shepherd was involved setting up camps for under privileged young men and women in Dunedin. ... A memorial service was held for both Brothers John Shepherd and Ignacy Rubisz at St Benedict’s in early November. Chris Rooney and Paul Houghton as well as a number of Old Boys attended the memorial service. Brother Rubisz was buried in Rarotonga and Brother Shepherd was buried in Dunedin."; Bridget (Anderson) Hodder, p. 45 (photograph "Edmund Rice College Staff 1987", "1987 - Edmund Rice College Staff - Last Photograph taken")</ref>


* Br Rex Anthony Sisson (b. 1937): educated at St Peter's College (1948? - 195?); principal of Edmund Rice College, Rotorua (now [[John Paul College (New Zealand)|John Paul College]]) (1969 - 1974?); second (and last Christian Brother) Principal of Liston College (1980 - 1986)(when Br Sisson became Principal, the roll of Liston College was 380 boys with 28 staff including five brothers).<ref>Robertson, p. 280. Donaldson, pp, 15 and 16; Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 3.</ref>
* Br Rex Anthony Sisson (b. 1937): educated at St Peter's College (1948? - 195?); principal of Edmund Rice College, Rotorua (now [[John Paul College (New Zealand)|John Paul College]]) (1969 - 1974?); second (and last Christian Brother) Principal of Liston College (1980 - 1986)(when Br Sisson became Principal, the roll of Liston College was 380 boys with 28 staff including five brothers).<ref>Robertson, p. 280. Donaldson, pp, 15 and 16; Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 3.</ref>
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* Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975 - 2000, Liston College, Waitakere City, 2000.
* Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975 - 2000, Liston College, Waitakere City, 2000.
* Graeme Donaldson, To All Parts of the Kingdom: Christian Brothers In New Zealand 1876-2001, Christian Brothers New Zealand Province, Christchurch, 2001.
* Graeme Donaldson, To All Parts of the Kingdom: Christian Brothers In New Zealand 1876-2001, Christian Brothers New Zealand Province, Christchurch, 2001.
* Bridget (Anderson) Harrod, 100 Years Catholic Education in Rotorua 1903-2003, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Rotorua, 2003.
* [http://www.ero.govt.nz/ERO/reppub.nsf/City/D59A52819E99B03BCC257129007DC2F4/$File/46.htm?OpenElement#_Toc129492940 Education Review Office, Education Review Report: Liston College, November 2005]
* [http://www.ero.govt.nz/ERO/reppub.nsf/City/D59A52819E99B03BCC257129007DC2F4/$File/46.htm?OpenElement#_Toc129492940 Education Review Office, Education Review Report: Liston College, November 2005]
* Nicholas Reid, James Michael Liston: A Life, Victoria University Press, Wellington, 2006.
* Nicholas Reid, James Michael Liston: A Life, Victoria University Press, Wellington, 2006.

Revision as of 22:15, 10 September 2007

Liston College
Address
Map
16 Edwards Avenue, Waitakere City, Auckland
Information
TypeIntegrated Catholic Boys Secondary (Year 7-13)
MottoIn Christ We Live
Established1974
Ministry of Education Institution no.46
PrincipalC. S. Rooney
School roll658
Socio-economic decile6
Website[1]

Liston College is a college for year 7 to 13 boys and offers a Catholic education to its students. It was the second school opened by the Christian Brothers' in Auckland. It was named after Archbishop Liston (1881 - 1976), the seventh Catholic Bishop of Auckland (1929 - 1970).[1] The school was founded to serve the Catholic families of West Auckland and to absorb the growing number of boys who travelled daily to St Peter's College in central Auckland.[2]

Roll

Liston College has a diverse, multicultural roll. In 2005 its ethnic composition was NZ European/Pākehā 46%, Māori 7%, Samoan 14%, Asian 10%, Tongan 4%, Cook Island 1%, Other 18%.[3] The college excels in sporting and cultural activities. Academically, the school offers for senior years both the National Certificate of Educational Achievement assessment system (NCEA) and the Cambridge International Examinations (CIE).[4]

History

Liston College was established in February 1974 by the eighth Catholic Bishop of Auckland, Reginald Delargey (1914-1979, Auxiliary Bishop of Auckland 1957 - 1970 and Bishop of Auckland 1970 - 1974). Liston College commenced operations on 7 February 1974 using classrooms at Holy Cross School, Henderson,[5] with a staff of two Christian Brothers, Br Wellsmore and Br McKean and 72 foundation pupils. The pupils were divided into Form One 'J' and Form One 'M'. These initials stood for Archbishop Liston's Christian names - James Michael. Classwork began immediately and homework was set on the first day."[6] "Brother Wellsmore ... supervised the building programme, the establishment of the curriculum and the development of a unique school spirit. The Christian Brothers tradition and values underpinned Br Wellsmore's vision for the school. As the school roll grew and the building programme was completed, the college spirit became embedded in the Liston community." [7] During 1973 and 1974, the school was erected on the property at Edwards Avenue, which prior to work commencing was " ... an open paddock with an old house on it." The buildings, gymnasium and grounds were ready for occupation in the first term of 1975. The school was formally opened in November 1975 by John Mackey, the ninth Catholic Bishop of Auckland (1974 - 1983), in the presence of Archbishop Liston.[8]

When Brother Sisson became Principal (1908 - 1985) the roll had grown to 380 boys and 28 staff including five brothers. The deaths of Deputy Principal Brother Monagle in 1983 and the head of the Intermediate Mr Hemana in 1984 had a profound effect on the whole school community.[9]

"From its beginning the college had good parental support. A very strong PTFA helped run various activities and it provided the backbone of great fundraising efforts. 'Foremost among these was the friday night flea market which involved many families. Not only was it profitable but it was a great social event in Henderson. Crowds came along and at its peak $40,000 was made annually for the benefit of the school.' The annual gala was another source of revenue. The funds provided sports equipment, cricket wickets and practice nets, tennis courts, computer room, audio visual materials and teaching resource material. Many building alterations were funded over the years."[10]

"In 1982 Liston College became an Integrated School and the number of brothers on staff was six."[11]

"The College has been well served by Boards of Governors/trustees who have worked to provide the best in education ot the students. The board oversaw the completion of the school buildings, gymnasium, grounds and the Religious Education Centre/Sports Pavilion."[12]

"In other respects the school was undergoing a change of character. The number of Christian Brothers in the school in 1982 was six. This was the largest representation in the history of the school. The sole remaining brother by 1985 was the Principal Br Sisson. When Mr Francis (Frank) Huckle replaced him, it marked the last official connection of the Christian Brothers with the school".[13] "Br Sisson completed his years as Principal in 1985 and the Brothers withdrew at the end of 1988"[14] However Brother J D O'Neill taught at Liston College 1991 - 1994 and he was the last Christian Brother to do so.[15] The Christian brother connection with Liston College thus lasted for most of the first twenty years of its existence.

"The first lay-Principal, Mr Huckle led the college from 1986 until his [retirement} and subsequent} death in April 1999. This saw a period of consolidation and then growth in terms of enrolments, academic success and sporting achievement and it was a continuation of the self-help spirit which was at the heart of hte College from its foundation. 'Among Mr Huckle's many achievements, one was significant. It was his spiritual leadership of the College and it was consistent and clear during his thirteen years as Principal.'".[16] "Mr Chris Rooney, the current principal, said it was appropriate to remember the contributions of Br Wellsmore, Br Sisson, and Mr Huckle, who shaped the College before him, and he sees it as his task to enhance what they had entrusted to him.""."[17]

Liston College was fortunate to receive some considerable gifts in its early years. In 1978 John and Betty Rose donated the engineering workshop to the school. "Through their generosity, hundreds of young boys got the opportunity to learn engineering skills - skills that many fine-tuned in later years of life." In 1978, Henry Norcross donated the Liston College main entrance crucifix. Graham and Patricia Glamuzina donated the school chapel in 1979. "The chapel erected in the grounds of Liston College stands forever as a tribute to the thoughtfulness and generosity of the Glamuzina family. With the opening of a Catholic boys' college to service West Auckland, Graham and Patricia decided that an appropriate addendum to the college would be a separate chapel and so they provided the funding to complete the work. The delightful little chapel with its feature window designed by Colin McCahon will always be a fitting way for us to remember the Glamuzina family."[18]

Houses

The names and colours of the Liston College Houses are:

  • Cook - red
  • Kupe - yellow
  • Pompalliar - blue
  • Tasman - green

The Houses are used for some administrative purposes, such as assigning form classes, but are primarily used for the purpose of holding inter-house competitions in a variety of sports.

Principals

  • Brother G. P. Wellsmore (1974 - 1979) (Foundation Principal)[19]
  • Brother R A Sisson (1980 - 1986)[20]
  • Mr F D Huckle (1987 - 1999) (First Lay Principal))[21]
  • Mr C S Rooney (1999 - present)[22]

Some notable former staff

  • Br Noel Cuthbert Doherty (b. 1936): educated at St Kevin's College, Oamaru, taught at St Peter's College from 1960 (transferred from St Edmund's College, South Dunedin); seventh principal of St Peter's College (1975–1980); taught at Liston College in the 1980s (?); Christian Brother 1954–1991; now retired from teaching.[23]
  • Br James Eamon Duffy (b. 1932): attended St Peter's College (1943? - 194?); taught at St Peter's College at various times; finally stopped teaching at St Peter's College in 1992; taught at Liston College in the 1980s.[24]
  • Mr Rauna Kauahia (Brownie) Hemana (1935 - 1984); foundation teacher at Liston College, taught at the college 1974 - 1984; head of the intermediate in 1984.[25]
  • Br Francis Placidus Henery OBE (1912 - 1987): taught at Liston College in 1980s until 1986/1987 (?); died aged 75 in 1987 (buried at St Patrick's Catholic Church Cemetery, Panmure, Auckland)[26]
  • Br Desmond Azevedo Hill (b. 1931): educated Christian Brothers College, Dunedin; Christian Brother 1950 - 1984); taught at Liston College in 1970s/ealy 1980s (?)[27]
  • Mr Frank Huckle (deceased in 1999 or 2000) third, and first lay, principal of Liston College (1987 - 1999).[28]
  • Br Walter Frederick Ives (b. 1934): educated Christian Brothers College, Dunedin; joined the staff at St Peter's College in 1956; transferred at the end of 1959 to St Edmund's School, South Dunedin; teaching at Liston College in 1983 (?)[29]
  • Br John Paul McKean (b. 1941): educated at St Peter's College (1952? - 195?); taught at Edmund Rice College, Rotorua in period 1965 -1971(?); was a foundation teacher at Liston College. "The College (Liston College) opened on 7 February 1974 with a staff of two Christian Brothers, Br Wellsmore and Br McKean and 72 foundation pupils. The pupils were divided into Form One 'J' and Form One 'M'. These initials stood for Archbishop Liston's Christian names - James Michael. Classwork began immediately and homework was set on the first day."[30]
  • Br Thomas Aquinas Monagle (1928–1983) (MA in French): educated in Melbourne (St Kevin's College, Toorak (?)); joined the staff at St Peter's College in 1947 and left in 1948; returned to St Peter's College in 1952 and remained there until 1981 (?); was the principal creator of the Boston Road railway station; he was the Deputy Principal of Liston College in 1981, 1982 and 1983 until his death; died in 16 February 1983 (Ash Wednesday) aged 54, buried St Patrick's Catholic Church Cemetery, Panmure, Auckland.[31]
  • Br Michael Joseph O'Donnell (b. 1958); educated at St Peter's College 1969 - 1975; Christian Brother 1978 - 1983; taught at Liston College 19703/1980s (?).[32]
  • Br John Didicus O'Neill (b. 1936)(also known as J.C. O'Neill): the last Christian Brother to teach at Liston College (?); taught at Bundaberg, Queensland until 1960; taught at St Peter's College from 1961; taught at Liston College 1991 - 1994 (while living in the Mangere Christian Brothers Community); in 2007 head of Mathematics and Economics at Nukutere College, Awarua, Cook Islands; Catholic chaplain at the Rarotonga prison maintaining " ... a vigorous outreach to those who are paying the debt of their wrong-doing."[33]
  • Br Francis William Perkins (b. 1938): educated St Kevin's College, Oamaru; taught at St Thomas of Canterbury College 1974-1978; taught at Liston College after 1978 - early 1980s (?); principal at Nukutere College, Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands 2000 - 2004; in 2007 he is in the Phillipines " ... currently exploring the establishment of the second [Christian Brothers] community ...".[34]
  • Br Ignacy John Rubisz: educated at St Peter's College (1961–1967); mathematics teacher at St Peter's College, Liston College, Nukutere College, and other schools; taught at Liston College 1983 - 1988; member of Edmund Rice Community, Westport (2000? - 2004?); died aged 56 in 2005 (buried at the Old Cathedral cemetery, Awarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands);[35]
  • Br Patrick Celestine Ryan (1909 - 1995)(known as "Paddy"): joined the staff at St Peter's College in 1954; fifth Principal of St Peter's College (1957–1965); Provincial of Christian Brothers from 1965 and frequent visitor to all Christian Brothers communities, including Liston College; returned to teach at St Peter's College in 1980s; died aged 86 in 1995 (buried Anderson Bay Cemetery, Dunedin)); "Has there ever been a better maths teacher than Paddy Ryan? Mind you, he scared the hell out of us in 1961 or 62 when he misread the news on the radio and said that the Cuban missile crisis had lead to war".[36]
  • Br Rex Anthony Sisson (b. 1937): educated at St Peter's College (1948? - 195?); principal of Edmund Rice College, Rotorua (now John Paul College) (1969 - 1974?); second (and last Christian Brother) Principal of Liston College (1980 - 1986)(when Br Sisson became Principal, the roll of Liston College was 380 boys with 28 staff including five brothers).[38]
  • Br Gary Joseph Wellsmore (b. 1941): educated at St Peter's College (1952? - 1959?); foundation principal of Liston College (1974-1979). "Brother Wellsmore ... supervised the building programme, the establishment of the curriculae and the development of a unique school spirit. The Christian Brothers tradition and values underpinned Br Wellsmore's vision for the school. As the school roll grew and the building programme was completed, the college spirit became embedded in the Liston community." [39]
  • Br Lawrence Hubert Wilkes: joined the staff at St Peter's College in 1956; taught at St Peter's College for 25 years until 1981; then taught for some years at Liston College (?); Brother Wilkes died in Timaru on 03 March 1998, aged 75, (buried Grahams Road Cemetery, Christchurch).[40]

Notable alumni

Arts

  • Ciaran Connolly: in 2000 "is our first professional international dancer who is now touring with the riverdance troupe."[41]

Church

Medicine

Media

Sport

Notes

  1. ^ Rory Sweetman, Liston, James Michael, The Dictionary of New Zealand Biography, Volume 4, Department of Internal Affairs, Wellington, 1998, pp 288 and 289: http://www.dnzb.govt.nz/dnzb/
  2. ^ Graeme Donaldson, To All Parts of the Kingdom: Christian Brothers In New Zealand 1876-2001, Christian Brothers New Zealand Province, Christchurch, 2001, p. p. 17
  3. ^ Education Review Report
  4. ^ http://www.liston.school.nz/qualifications/index.php
  5. ^ http://www.liston.school.nz/our-school/school-history.php
  6. ^ Donaldson, p. 17.
  7. ^ Liston College: 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 1.
  8. ^ Liston College: 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, pp. 4 and 8; Nicholas Reid, James Michael Liston: A Life, Victoria University Press, Wellington, 2006, p. 304.
  9. ^ Donaldson, p. 17
  10. ^ Donaldson, pp. 17 and 18; Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975 - 2000, pp. 6 and 7.
  11. ^ Donaldson, p. 18
  12. ^ Donaldson, p. 18
  13. ^ Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975 - 2000, p. 1
  14. ^ Donaldson, p. 18
  15. ^ Robertson, p. 206.
  16. ^ Donaldson, p. 18; Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975 - 2000, p. 29
  17. ^ Donaldson, p. 18
  18. ^ Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975 - 2000, p. 24
  19. ^ Liston College: 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 3.
  20. ^ Liston College: 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 3.
  21. ^ Liston College: 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 3.
  22. ^ Liston College: 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 3.
  23. ^ St Peter's College Magazine 1960, p. 18; A Glimpse at the Past, 1960, St Peter's College Magazine 1964, p. 18; Paul Malcom Robertson, Nga Parata Karaitiana The Christian Brothers, A Public Culture in Transition, A Comparative Study of the Indian and New Zealand Provinces, an unpublished thesis for MA in Anthropology, University of Auckland, 1997, p. 280.
  24. ^ Robertson, p. 279; Graham W.A. Bush, The History of Epsom, Epsom & Eden District Historical Society Inc, Auckland, 2006, p. 224.
  25. ^ Donaldson, p. 17; Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 28: "The Totara tree has Fallen." " The soul departed in the Lord does not die, it returns to God, Who is the Giver of Life. Liston Magazine '84 had already gone to print when we were saddened by the sad loss of one of our foundation teachers, Rauna Hemana. This tribute therefore coincided with the first anniversary of Brownie's death, and the memorial service held here at Liston showed that Brownie's memory was strong in the minds of those left behind. Everyone remembered that the time was 'not a minute before and not a minute after"; few had missed out on the legendary tales of pig-hunting, eel-trapping and the 'Tin Man'. But what really shone out in recall was the amazing generosity and energy that Brownie dedicated to almost every aspect of College life. The area between the library and staffroom is to be dedicated to Brownie's memory and everybody who visits 'Hemana Court' will be reminded of the great fortune we enjoyed to have Brownie as a teacher and friend who stamped his own particular character on liston. In memory of the great love Brownie Hemana had for sport, a special shield was prepared to be presented to the most outstanding sports team each year. This shield, donated by the Hemana family, was first presented to the First XV Rugby team for their successes this year by Brownie's eldest son, Bill. Bill emphasised while presenting the shield that the presentation was in no way limited to any particular sport or age group."
  26. ^ Donaldson, p. 7; Robertson, p. 279; deceased NZ Christian Brothers: http://www.edmundrice.org.nz/index.php?page=/christianbro/index.htm
  27. ^ Robertson, p. 279.
  28. ^ Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975 - 2000, p. 29: "Frank Huckle: A teacher of great expertise and commitment. The Liston College community was shocked and greatly saddened by the sudden death of Frank Huckle who had so recently retired as Principal. Mr Huckle had been Principal from February 1988 to April 1999. He was dedicated to his role as leader of the school community and viewed his position as one of servant as much as leader. Frank will be remembered for a number of reasons. His passion for learning and education was evident from his first days at the school. He was determined to raise the standard of academic success for Liston College. This was achieved through his dogged determination to see it happen. One of Frank's great attributes was his capacity for hard work. He was able to sustain a very high level of effort for long periods of time. The result was exhausting for either those who had to keep pace with him or those who were attempting to achieve a favourable outcome to a pet project. Frank will be remembered as a teacher of great expertise and commitment. As recently as term one of this year [1999 or 2000 ?] Frank had been invited to tutor a group of postgraduate students in the mysteries of statistical methods and processes. His sense of humour was something, which he shared with many of his colleagues and peers. This personal side to Frank was always evident in the social setting. Discussions on the relative merits of 1998 Merlot versus Pinot Noir were guaranteed to bring a smile to his face. The same could not be said about any criticism of Canterbury's sporting prowess no matter what the sport. When it came to the nuances of rugby coaching, Frank was only too willing to share his experience. 'Win the ball, keep it, then score," could sum up his philosophy on the game. The All Blacks were second only to Canterbury in terms of his passion. Indeed if he had not seen the game live, he would not watch the replay if his team had lost. Frank's interests were truly catholic. He was passionately interested in music, gardening, literature and theatre in addition to his beloved sport. He was a man of deep faith and was committed to the Catholic Church. Frank would share this openly, but with humility. His spiritual leadership of the school was consistent and clear during his thirteen years as Principal. His immense contribution not only to Liston College, but also to Catholic education in general is a measure of his commitment to a living faith, which was inclusive. Frank was a devoted husband to Cecily. He talked often about his admiration for her and the price he felt as her husband. As a family man he was clearly proud of their children. In recent years he assumed the role of grandfather. His family have suffered a great loss. But his spirit is evident in the school. His legacy is there for all to see."
  29. ^ St Peter's College Magazine 1960, p. 18; A Glimpse at the Past, 1956, St Peter's Magazine 1964, p. 16; Paul Malcolm Robertson, Nga Parata Karaitiana The Christian Brothers, A Public Culture in Transition, A Comparative Study of the Indian and New Zealand Provinces, an unpublished thesis for MA in Anthropology, University of Auckland, 1996, p. 280; Liston College: 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 28.
  30. ^ Donaldson, p. 17; Robertson, p. 281; Bridget (Anderson) Harrod, 100 Years Catholic Education in Rotorua 1903-2003, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Rotorua, 2003, p. 38.
  31. ^ A Glimpse at the Past, 1952, St Peter's Magazine 1964, p. 14; Robertson p. 279; Donaldson, p. 17; St Peters College Magazines 1960 (p. 279) and 1983 (p. 7); http://www.edmundrice.org.nz/index.php?page=/christianbro/index.htm ; Brother V. Ives, Brother Monagle 1928-1983, Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 28: "We have loved him in life, let us not forget him in death." "The sudden death of Brother Monagle in the early hours of Ash Wednesday [16 February 1983] left [Liston] College, Brothers, staff, parents and pupils, with the feeling that all had lost a great and wonderful friend. The pupils, especially, had lost a great advocate and inspired teacher. The Brothers had lost a valued and supportive member and the staff a friend to whom they could confide and one who could give them helpful and sound advice. 'Brother Tom', as many knew him, worked tirelessly in the interest of the pupils in every school to which he was attached, but no more than his last appointment here at Liston College. For him the work here was a challenge. When he first arrived, the college was relatively new as such there was much work to be done. His great interest was in beautifying the grounds and to this end he had planted trees around the boundary. These trees were looked after carefully and most mornings and evenings, while they were still young, he would be found on his bicycle moving from tree to tree watering and weeding, giving them the care they needed. If one was broken or uprooted by vandals, and there were several, he was most upset but would then set about replacing them. Besides the grounds, Brother Tom took upon himself the work of organizing the transport for the boys. The work of co-ordinating the buses and trains had long been an interest. His brother, Brother Vincent, gave us an insight into this interest. Even as a young child, at home in Preston, Melbourne, he had long been fascinated by train travel. He knew every station on the City [to] Preston line and the timetables and many an evening his mother had to wait to set the kitchen table because the model train, which he had set up, was not yet at its destination and it would not do to have it running ahead of time - people would miss connections. This early adherence to detail stayed with him in the organizing of the train transport, first at St Peter's, then at Liston where it was given full scope. At St Peter's it was his work that had set up the station right at the college. At Liston, his organizing abilities were given wider scope because of the buses. He was often to be seen on his bicycle or in the car plotting routes, stops and working out distances. In his office he had maps of the area with the routes clearly marked. Nothing was too much or difficult if it meant a shorter walk for the boys in catching a bus to and from school. In all the years of teaching, Brother Tom had never held a position above that of Deputy-Principal, until this year. With Brother Sisson overseas, the job of leading the College was in his hands. The school year had begun well. The very first thing was the school Mass organized for the first day that all were present. 'Liston,' in his own words, 'has a Special Character as a Catholic School and what better way to start the academic year, than by offering ourselves to God in the Celebration together of the Eucharist.' This was how he saw the work of the College and it was to set the tone for the year. Brother Tom's last few days were hectic. After attending a Board of Governors meeting he retired, still feeling unwell, but was unable to rest. About 11.15pm he required assistance from one of the Brothers, who called the Parish Priest and his doctor. As the result of a heart attack Brother Tom slipped into unconsciousness and went to God about 12.30am on Ash Wednesday. The main funeral Mass was held in the school hall and attended by parents, past pupils and many religious. Bishop Rogers was main celebrant assisted by thirteen priests most of whom were ex-pupils of Brother Monagle. The Brothers who carried the casket from the hearse to the graveside had all been pupils in schools at which Brother Monagle had taught. Brother Thomas Aquinas Monagle now rests next to a fellow worker from St Peter's, Brother Eric Evangelist Fraser, in the Catholic Cemetery at Panmure." "May he rest in peace."
  32. ^ Robertson, p. 282.
  33. ^ St Peter's College Magazine 1961, p. 21; Robertson, p. 206; A Glimpse at the Past, 1961, St Peter's College Magazine 1964, p. 18; Donaldson, p. 21.
  34. ^ St Thomas ' Jubilee 1961-1986, p. 88; Robertson, p. 282; Donaldson p. 21; http://www.edmundrice.org.nz/pages/newsletter/newsletter.htm
  35. ^ Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 12; May They Rest in Peace: Brother John Henry Shepherd; Brother Ignacy Rubisz, The Listoner, Vol 2, Issue 3, December 2005, p. 2: "Christian Brothers, John Shepherd and Ignacy Rubisz both passed away on Sunday, 23 October this year.... {Brother Ignacy Rubisz] died in Rarotonga aged 56. He had been feeling unwell for some days before his death on October 23 and had sought medical advice. It is thought he died of a heart attack. Brother Rubisz had been teaching at the Christian Brother’s School Nuketere College. The Christian Brothers Community and staff and students of Nuketere College were shocked and saddened by his sudden death. Brother Rubisz, a St Peter’s old Boy, taught at Liston College from 1983 to 1988. He taught mathematics and coached cricket and soccer. During his time at Liston he was been form teacher of 5L and 6J. Brother John O'Neil, who also once taught at Liston, posted the following message on the internet within hours of discovering his workmate and friend's body: 'No doubt you all know by now the sad news about Ignacy. 24 hours after he died so suddenly it seems impossible to believe that he is gone. The house is so empty without him. He came back here this year after an absence of five years and was very happy. He said so many times this year "I am just so glad to be here!" Sometimes he said this during prayer time and at other times just when we were sitting on the veranda chatting. Brother Rubisz spoke so often of the 'extraordinarily good children' that he dealt with. In their turn they found him an extraordinarily good friend and teacher. He was very proud to be a Brother and believed very strongly that his way of life was an inspiration to so many people.' Brother O’Neil goes on to say that Ignacy was an excellent companion both in community and at prayer. His course in the USA had meant so much to him and had done so much for him. 'We are so sorry to lose him but we do take comfort from knowing that he was happy and contented here and we know he will be looking over us from heaven.'A memorial service was held for both Brothers John Shepherd and Ignacy Rubisz at St Benedict’s in early November. Chris Rooney and Paul Houghton as well as a number of Old Boys attended the memorial service. Brother Rubisz was buried in Rarotonga and Brother Shepherd was buried in Dunedin. deceased NZ Christian Brothers: http://www.edmundrice.org.nz/index.php?page=/christianbro/index.htm
  36. ^ A Glimpse at the Past, 1954, St Peter's Magazine 1964, p. 16; Bridget (Anderson) Hodder, p. 41 (Photograph: "Superior - General's Visit 7-8 Nov 1968"); deceased NZ Christian Brothers: http://www.edmundrice.org.nz/index.php?page=/christianbro/index.htm ; http://www.oldfriends.co.nz/Memories.aspx?id=812478&page=2
  37. ^ Robertson, p. 281; May They Rest in Peace: Brother John Henry Shepherd; Brother Ignacy Rubisz, The Listoner, Vol 2, Issue 3, December 2005, p. 2: "Brother John Shepherd, who taught at Liston College [in 1983 to 1984 and in 1987 (?)], died in Dunedin after a long struggle with cancer. Brother John had been in hospital recovering from a cancer related operation when he died. While at Liston College, Brother Shepherd taught Maths and in 1987 was the Form 7 form teacher. In recent years, Brother Shepherd was involved setting up camps for under privileged young men and women in Dunedin. ... A memorial service was held for both Brothers John Shepherd and Ignacy Rubisz at St Benedict’s in early November. Chris Rooney and Paul Houghton as well as a number of Old Boys attended the memorial service. Brother Rubisz was buried in Rarotonga and Brother Shepherd was buried in Dunedin."; Bridget (Anderson) Hodder, p. 45 (photograph "Edmund Rice College Staff 1987", "1987 - Edmund Rice College Staff - Last Photograph taken")
  38. ^ Robertson, p. 280. Donaldson, pp, 15 and 16; Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 3.
  39. ^ Robertson, p. 281; Donaldson, p. 17; Liston College, 25th Jubilee Magazine, p. 1.
  40. ^ A Glimpse at the Past, 1956, St Peter's Magazine 1964, p. 16; deceased NZ Christian Brothers: http://www.edmundrice.org.nz/index.php?page=/christianbro/index.htm ; Brother Norm Gillies, "Friend to all his students: Br Lawrence Wilkes: A legend in the Christian Brothers teaching community", Sunday Star Times, 05 April 1998, Edition A, P. 13: "Brother Lawrence Wilkes would have been the last to describe himself as a scholar, although he sometimes announced with a chuckle that while on a visit to England some years ago he had "read a paper at Oxford". A struggler in school himself, he knew the difficulties faced by his less gifted students and was the better teacher for that. His forte was the practical world. The technical arts were his strength and hundreds of his pupils at St Peter's, Auckland, and elsewhere had reason to be grateful for his expertise in this area. Several times during his 25 years at St Peter's one of his technical drawing students obtained top mark in School Certificate -- an achievement which gave him much quiet satisfaction. He was a legend in other ways. Members of cricket and rugby teams he coached with surprising expertise and considerable success will remember the pre-match prayer, the anxious looks during the game, the occasional exasperation over below par performances, culminating in 'Hell's bells' being invoked yet again. His early years as a Christian Brother were spent in the poorer areas of Brisbane and Sydney where he strove mightily to expand his pupils' horizons by introducing them to drama, classical music and the other arts -- not always with resounding success. Lawrence loved people. He had a deep affection for his own family and kept close contact with them over the years. Ex-students and their families became part of an ever-expanding network of friends. He delighted in receiving invitations to family occasions and in no time he would be surrounded by a group of children drawn to him as to the Pied Piper. He always wanted to provide that little bit extra for his pupils, and those who observed his end-of-season picnics will remember them as giant affairs. On occasions he brought home more picnickers than he set out with. Those who lived with him in community appreciated his wily simplicity, enjoyed his malapropisms (the "Moriarties in the Chatham Islands") and delighted in his reading the "day's disasters". We respected his love for his Christian Brother vocation; we marvelled at his ability to relate so well to so many. His earthly life has been celebrated in Australia, New Zealand and the Cook Islands by the hundreds who were privileged to have him as a friend. But he was, most of all, a friend of God and we, his earthly friends, confidently expect he is now in the presence of that best Friend of all. May he rest in peace."
  41. ^ Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 19: "Ciaran Connolly is now in the Riverdance dancing Troupe. Ciaran had already secured a swag of national and international titles, including a first and second in the Australasian Champioships, and a top-10 placing in the World championships. He has now returned to America for a further 12 month contract. He is travelling in the Virginia, Texas, North and South Carolina areas etc. He is hoping to audition for the 4th troupe which will be based on Broadway."
  42. ^ Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 20
  43. ^ Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 19.
  44. ^ Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975 - 2000, p. 19.
  45. ^ Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 20; http://stats.allblacks.com/Profile.asp?ABID=136
  46. ^ Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 20; http://stats.allblacks.com/Profile.asp?ABID=236
  47. ^ Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 20; http://www.oldfriends.co.nz/MemberProfile.aspx?oldfriends_member_id=341304: "35 years old and living in Australia. Represented Fiji in rugby (15's) for 4 seasons and was lucky enough to tour the world playing rugby (before the professional era!) Met my wife in Fiji and am now lucky to be blessed with 2 beautiful children (boy & a girl) I am currently the Chief Operating Officer with International SOS (Aust) Ltd in Sydney (global medical assistance company)."
  48. ^ Liston College 25th Jubilee 1875 - 2000, pp. 10 and 20: Paul Radisich was in Form 1J in 1974 and was taught in that year by Brother Brother G Wellsmore.
  49. ^ The Listoner, Volume 2, Issue 3, December 2005, p. 5; http://stats.allblacks.com/Profile.asp?ABID=1058
  50. ^ Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 20; http://www.rugbyleague.co.nz/player.asp?id=123&teamID=105 http://72.14.253.104/search?q=cache:WFMsiJHvxggJ:news.bbc.co.uk/sport/hi/english/static/in_depth/rugby_league/2000/world_cup/team_profiles/samoa.stm+%22anthony+swann%22+samoa&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=4&gl=nz
  51. ^ Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 20: "At the current time (i.e. 2000) I am enjoying playing soccer in the ASL for Melbourne Knights. In the last few years I have experienced a lot in terms of football. In the season just finished in New Zealand I received NZ's soccer's Golden Boot for leading the National league in goals scored. As well as this, our team finished champions of New Zealand. This team finished 3rd in the Oceania Club championship held in Fiji in September of this year. A major highlight in my career to date is playing for NZ in the Confederation Cup which our bay (sic) performed very well against some of the world's best in June of this year. An experience I will never forget. In terms of the future, I wish to improve with each game and hopefully play professional football overseas, and also to do well at the international level; http://www.nzsoccer.com/page/paul_urlovic.html
  52. ^ Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975-2000, p. 20; http://www.waitakerecityfc.org.nz/about-wcfc/honours/

References/Sources

  • St Peter's College Magazine 1961, St Peter's College, Auckland, 1961
  • St Peter's College Magazine 1961964, St Peter's College, Auckland, 1964.
  • Paul Malcolm Robertson, Nga Parata Karaitiana The Christian Brothers, A Public Culture in Transition, A Comparative Study of the Indian and New Zealand Provinces, an unpublished thesis for MA in Anthropology, University of Auckland, 1996.
  • Rory Sweetman, Liston, James Michael, The Dictionary of New Zealand Biography, Volume 4, Department of Internal Affairs, Wellington, 1998, pp 288 and 289: http://www.dnzb.govt.nz/dnzb/
  • Liston College 25th Jubilee 1975 - 2000, Liston College, Waitakere City, 2000.
  • Graeme Donaldson, To All Parts of the Kingdom: Christian Brothers In New Zealand 1876-2001, Christian Brothers New Zealand Province, Christchurch, 2001.
  • Bridget (Anderson) Harrod, 100 Years Catholic Education in Rotorua 1903-2003, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Rotorua, 2003.
  • Education Review Office, Education Review Report: Liston College, November 2005
  • Nicholas Reid, James Michael Liston: A Life, Victoria University Press, Wellington, 2006.
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