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Artistic Producer at the Ensemble Theatre, Claire Nesbitt Hawes (2000) shares her love for theatre, Australian works and what it takes to fulfil your dreams.

triple j radio presenter, entertainer, comedian. Bryce Mills (2012) shares his journey to broadcasting, the Sydney Comedy Festival and interviewing the Hon Malcolm Turnbull MP. Bryce shows us that persistence and creating opportunities for yourself is key.

A love for all things rubbish. James Lawson (1992) loves everything there is to love about waste. From recycling to building a circular economy, James' passion for sustainable waste management has seen him travel the globe, become a Churchill Fellow, lead local council waste management plans and win leadership awards.

One of the first Year 12 graduates of CCGS, Annette Low (née Turner) (1986) has carved an incredible and diverse career. From working at peak lobby groups in Canberra to an incredible 25 year journey in environmental and outdoor education, Annette's unique program has inspired hundreds of students to be leaders in sustainable design.

Strategic defence, security studies, co-editor and the Canberra Youth Orchestra. Liam Brewin-Higgins (2015) shares his passion for music, language, culture and the Korean war.

Viruses, infectious diseases and the Sydney Morning Herald. Caitlin Abbott (2011) shares her passion for microscopy with her ability to communicate the complex by breaking down intellectual silos.

A well known face, James Bracey (2002) is a successful journalist and national television host, with a career that has taken him around the world.

The relationship with our students by no means ends when they walk out of the school grounds after their last exams. Three alumni recently caught up with CCGS staff whilst on a school sports tour to Japan.

As he retires from 37 years of teaching, John Clugston reflects on his time at CCGS, the teaching profession and shares some of the lessons he's learned.

Julia Doukakis' passion for music has seen her travel and perform all around the world. Currently based in the UK she has recently commenced studying for a Masters at the Royal Academy of Music.

PDHPE teacher, Jim McAtamney and his son Jacob embark on the drive of a lifetime on a 16,000km trek across Europe to Russia - without a GPS.

28 years ago, the Headmaster’s Personal Assistant Trish Burne walked through the front gates at CCGS for the first time. Little did she know that nearly three decades later she’d come to be one of the school’s most recognised and loved faces.