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On Duty

by Australian Boarding Schools Association

Featuring Industry Insights through Interviews, Boarding Journeys, Highlights, How Boarding has changed over the years, what the future of Boarding looks like, Boarding Stories and so much more!

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  1. Kyle Langman - Head of Boarding - Toowoomba Anglican School PART 2

    What makes this interview work is its authenticity: Kyle Langman’s answers feel grounded, practical, and personal, which builds trust and keeps the listener engaged. This podcast interview with Kyle Langman from Toowoomba Anglican School offers a thoughtful and engaging look into the philosophy…

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  2. Kyle Langman - Head of Boarding - Toowoomba Anglican School - PART 1

    The podcast centred on the boarding experience at Toowoomba Anglican School, with a strong focus on how the school creates a genuine home-like environment for students. The conversation walked through the girls’ and boys’ boarding houses, describing the different year groups, room setups, shared...

  3. Kylie Wallis - Head of Boarding - Fairholme College, Toowoomba

    Boarding schools are changing fast - and the old “drop-and-run” model is gone. Kylie shows how Fairholme is building something different: a house where girls feel known, families stay connected, and leadership grows from belonging, not just badges. As a former boarder who became Head of Boarding,...

  4. Mike Symons - Director of Boarding - Anglican Church Grammar School, Brisbane

    Key Themes 1. Boarding as a "Home Away From Home" Mike repeatedly emphasizes that boarding is not simply accommodation; it is a community where students live, learn, eat, develop friendships, and grow into young adults. His focus is on creating a warm, supportive environment where boys feel safe,...

  5. Will Mercer - Assistant Director of Boarding - Prince Alfred College, Adelaide

    The Visit Stuart returns to Prince Alfred College (PAC) in Adelaide — a school he last visited in 2019 when the boarding house had just opened. The episode combines a campus walkthrough with a sit-down interview with Will Mercer. Campus & Facilities The tour covers an impressive set of…

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  6. Annalese Smith, Deputy Head of Boarding, Snowy Mountains Grammar School

    Join us this week as we chat with Deputy Head of Boarding from Snowy Mountains Grammar School, Annalese Smith.

  7. Phil Noble, Director of Boarding, Prince Alfred College

    Join us this week as we chat with Director of Boarding from Prince Alfred College, Phil Noble.

  8. Matt Thomas, Assistant Director of Boarding, Scotch College Adelaide

    Join us this week as we chat with Assistant Director of Boarding at Scotch College in Adelaide, Matt Thomas.

  9. Dan Fox, Head of Boarding, Townsville Grammar School

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boarding at Townsville Grammar School, Dan Fox.

  10. Simon Johnston, Assistant Head (Boarding), Dulwich International High School Suzhou

    Join us this week as we chat with Assistant Head (Boarding) from Dulwich International High School Suzhou, Simon Johnston.

  11. Tom Giles, Head of Boarding, Wesley College

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boarding from Wesley College in Victoria, Tom Giles.

  12. Tim Sedgwick, Assistant Director of Boarding, Saint Ignatius' College, Riverview

    Join us this week as we chat with Assistant Director of Boarding at Saint Ignatius' College, Riverview, Tim Sedgwick.

  13. Gareth Hore, Director of Boarding, Dilworth School

    Join us this week as we chat with Director of Boarding from Dilworth School, Gareth Hore.

  14. Brad Allen, Head of House, Toowoomba Grammar School

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of House at Toowoomba Grammar School, Brad Allen.

  15. Richard Armstrong, Head of Residence, International School Brunei

    Join us this week as we make a return to the Podcast for 2025. In this episode, we chat with Head of Residence from International School Brunei.

  16. Xavier Gargan, Head of Boarding, Newington College

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boarding at Newington College, Xavier Gargan.

  17. Janice Colley, House Parent, Roma Rural Student Hostel

    Join us this week as we chat with House Parent at Roma Rural Student Hostel, Janice Colley.

  18. Elizabeth Hooper, Head of Boarding, Firbank Grammar School

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boarding at Firbank Grammar School, Elizabeth Hooper.

  19. Michael Vickery, Director of Boarding, Rostrevor College

    Join us this week as we chat with Director of Boarding from Rostrevor College, Michael Vickery.

  20. Chris Cook, Assistant Director of Boarding, St Peters Lutheran College

    Join us this week as we chat with Assistant Director of Boarding from St Peters Lutheran College, Chris Cook.

  21. Tom Porter, Boarding Ambassador and Activities Coordinator, The Cathedral School

    Join us this week as we chat with Boarding Ambassador and Activities Coordinator at The Cathedral School in Townsville, Tom Porter.

  22. Josh Williams, Director of Boarding, Scots All Saints College

    Join us this week as we chat with Director of Boarding at Scots All Saints College, Josh Williams.

  23. Kristine Van, Residential Manager, WA College of Agriculture Cunderdin

    Join us this week as we chat with Residential Manager at WA College of Agriculture Cunderdin, Kristine Van.

  24. Andrew Hawkins, Headmaster, The Southport School

    Join us this week as we chat with Headmaster at The Southport School, Andrew Hawkins.

  25. David Gale, Deputy Principal Residential, Farrer Memorial Ag High School

    Join us this week as we chat with Deputy Principal Residential from Farrer Memorial Agricultural High School, David Gale.

  26. Kathryn Emtage, Head of Boarding, Somerville House

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boarding at Somerville House, Kathryn Emtage.

  27. Carolyn Cochrane, Director of Boarding, Seymour College

    Join us this week as we chat with Director of Boarding at Seymour College, Carolyn Cochrane.

  28. Tom Dunsmore, CEO, Torres Strait Kaziw Meta

    Join us this week for our final episode of 2023, chatting with CEO at Torres Strait Kaziw Meta, Tom Dunsmore.

  29. Brad Evans, Head of Senior School, Guildford Grammar School

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Senior School from Guildford Grammar School, Brad Evans.

  30. Tom Floyd, Head of Boarding, John Paul College

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boarding from John Paul College, Tom Floyd.

  31. Jordan Swepson, Director of Member Experience, ABSA

    Join us this week as we chat with Director of Member Experience at ABSA, Jordan Swepson.

  32. Ross Meadows, Head of Boarding, Aquinas College

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boarding at Aquinas College in WA, Ross Meadows.

  33. TJ Pieters, Head of Boarding, Launceston Church Grammar School

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boarding from Launceston Church Grammar School, TJ Pieters.

  34. Jason McDonald, Head of Boarding, The Friends' School

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boarding from The Friends' School, Jason McDonald.

  35. Renee Coventry, Head of Boarding, Wilderness School

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boarding at Wilderness School, Renee Coventry.

  36. Lawson Waser, Head of Boys Boarding, Canberra Grammar School

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boys Boarding from Canberra Grammar School, Lawson Waser.

  37. Kathryn Glover, Head of Boarding, The Australian Ballet School

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boarding at The Australian Ballet School, Kathryn Glover.

  38. Chemane Fairleigh, Head of Boarding, Abbotsleigh

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boarding at Abbotsleigh, Chemane Fairleigh.

  39. Robert Gill, Director of Boarding, Sacred Heart College

    Join us this week as we chat with Director of Boarding from Sacred Heart College, Robert Gill.

  40. Dr Michael Barton, Executive Principal, Djarragun College

    Join us this week as we chat with Executive Principal at Djarragun College, Dr Michael Barton.

  41. Wayne Stewart, Director of Boarding, Whitsunday Anglican School

    Join us this week as we chat with Director of Boarding from the Whitsunday Anglican School, Wayne Stewart.

  42. Scott Anderson, CEO, Many Nations Limited

    Join us this week as we chat with CEO of Many Nations Limited, Scott Anderson.

  43. Todd Harnwell, Director of Boarding, Christ Church Grammar School

    Join us this week as we chat with Director of Boarding from Christ Church Grammar School, Todd Harnwell.

  44. Jason Wynne-Markham, Director of Boarding, Anglican Church Grammar School

    Join us this week as we chat with Director of Boarding from Anglican Church Grammar School, Jason Wynne-Markham.

  45. Frank Haszard, Director of Boarding, Auckland Grammar School

    Join us this week as we chat with Director of Boarding from Auckland Grammar School, Frank Haszard.

  46. Geoff Guggenheimer, Head of Boarding & Head of Student Development, Melbourne Grammar School

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boarding & Head of Student Development at Melbourne Grammar School, Geoff Guggenheimer.

  47. John Bussenschutt, Head of Boarding, Mt Erin Boarding School

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boarding from Mt Erin Boarding School, John Bussenschutt

  48. Rochelle Jones, General Manager, NRL Cowboys House

    Join us this week as we chat with General Manager from the NRL Cowboys House, Rochelle Jones.

  49. David Scholz, Head of Boys Boarding, Scotch College Adelaide

    Join us this week as we chat with Head of Boys Boarding at Scotch College, Adelaide, David Scholz.

  50. Jared Daunt, Acting General Manager, ABSA

    Join us this week as we chat with Acting General Manager at ABSA, Jared Daunt.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Featuring Industry Insights through Interviews, Boarding Journeys, Highlights, How Boarding has changed over the years, what the future of Boarding looks like, Boarding Stories and so much more!

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Australian Boarding Schools Association

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education

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Featuring Industry Insights through Interviews, Boarding Journeys, Highlights, How Boarding has changed over the years, what the future of Boarding looks like, Boarding Stories and so much more!

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