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Many issues there IS and we could spend a lot of time discussing them, which regrettably i don;t have. But one issue that has caught your attention is that of Social Justice.. Social justice has many faces and names.It will differ with a Marxist, a Socialist or a liberal. It vary between even...

Your reply in its present state, is an incoherent raving, that lacks substance and relevance. May I suggest a rewrite that is less emotional and more focused. Clearly, you have been caught out and feel somewhat embarrassed by your statements that are misleading. If you want denigrate Newington...

Thanks GPS Observer, I feel as you do that certain individuals wish to maintain the GPS School system as a bastion of social elitism, whereby attendance at these schools is preserve of a few wealthy and privileged individuals. This attitude is repugnant to the Methodist values at Newington that...

Your comments against Newington reflect a series of disappointing attitudes . A more positive outlook would be to acknowledge Newinton's success which are many. But also an acknowledgement, that you fundamentally disagree, with its merit base recruitment scholarships, whatever they maybe.Your...

If Newington can change just, one boy's life for the better, then its worth the investment. Its not about numbers or will they be a rocket scientist, but have they become a better person as a whole, for having attended Newington.

I was referring to the whole school community and its diversity regarding its Multi-Cultural Attributes.

High achieving athletes are consistently high achievers in other areas. I stressed this point in post 6632 which critics such as yourself have failed to understand. It is borne out by university studies going back to the1980s.So Newington offers not just a spotrs environment for these boys but a...

No ifs what so ever,IS, its matter of social inclusion and diversity. Of allowing boys who would not otherwise attend Newington to be given opportunities they would not otherwise discover.

Actually, the process of selection even of outstanding Athletes does involve a merit base process. You may deny it, refuted or call it a crock of shit. But arguing with you would be a waste of time, as clearly you have made up your mind about Newington in a negative and somewhat vindictive manner.

Mercenaries? Boys selected on overall merit are hardly Mercenaries, if a school such as Newington has a socially progressive policy, this reflects its policy of inclusion. I refer you to my post 6632.

Improving the Human gene pool, a Brave New World. Genetic Engineering could raise issues of a level playing field in decades to come. If we ban drugs that enhance the performance of Athletes, should we ban individuals who are genetically enhanced. Children of God and Nature versus Children of...

I don't disagree with your assessment of the present situation, my hope is more of a long-term change. Rugby Australia and the Super Clubs need to pay more attention to the grassroots or they won't have a game in the near future. Hopefully, she will pay more attention in this matter, than the...

Status, student enrolments and parental expectations as well their support, will be the main determinants, rather than any gentlemen's agreement.82% of parent's in a survey at Newington, expect nothing less than a high quality sports program. Together with the school's scholarship program, that...

It's existed for years in the QLD GPS and has improved their Schoolboy Rugby, whereby schools with small Rugby Numbers ( State High & Ipswich Grammar) in terms of teams can compete against the larger schools such as Nudgee, Gregory Terrace and Churchie at least in the A teams and as well as the...

The 13As of 2013 were indeed a good team, but the 13As of 2017 I believe were an exceptionally talented team. The 2017 cohort also had the benefit of age group depth going down to Gs. Amongst these teams there were strong performance at all levels. The 13s of 2013 didn't have this depth. A...

Thanks Quick Hands,it would appear that you Inside Shoulder and myself believe that some of the parental fossils at Shore could be in for a Culture Shock in the School's new Rugby Program.

Hello Quick Hands I can imagine the squeals will be heard the loudest in this year 16As. Last year after being well beaten by Kings and Newington, Shore refused to participate any further against the stronger GPS schools. As they claimed "Duty of Care issues" it would seem appropriate that...

Could you imagine their horror, if they started recruiting boys from Western Sydney. Particularly if such boys are chosen on the basis of merit and ability, as Newington does reflecting its School Policy. In this matter, such young men will benefit from an inclusive and diverse educational...

Unlikely it will amount to anything, as schools will have differing interpretations as to what amounts to a gentleman's agreement. Besides, recruitment is often merit base, such as the Newington Tongan Scholarships that come into effect in year 10. These scholarships are for good all rounders...

Looks like it disappeared through no fault of myself. Can I have my avatar back, please. I suspect supporters from another GPS school are at fault.