We are proud of the varied pathways our old scholars have undertaken after their Loreto education. We love hearing and sharing their stories of success, discovery and adventure. Here is a space to showcase those stories, highlighting the diversity of interests that exist within our community.
What have you been up to since finishing at Loreto? If you have a story to share with us or know someone who would, please get in touch with the LOSA Vice President: vicepresident@losamarryatville.org
2024
September: Catherine Cocciolone (‘77) reflects on her transformative education at Loreto College, where she learned the power of persistence and the importance of women’s contributions in science, ultimately paving the way for her own success and the mentorship of future generations in a male-dominated field.
2023
April: Alana Naylor (‘07), graphic designer, digital illustrator and winner of Adelaide Fringe Poster Competition for 2023 - shares her journey from the single-minded ambition of being an airline pilot, to becoming a self-employed creative.
July: Portia Bradley (’16), awarded the South Australian Nursing and Midwifery Excellence in Practice Award in the Early Career Nurse category.
September: Peta Spyrou (‘11), Lecturer, Adelaide Law School, strives to be ‘a seeker of truth, and doer of justice’ through her PhD research in disability discrimination in primary and secondary schools.
2022
February: Natasha Mahar’s (‘87) career and travel journey facing unique challenges in remote parts of Australia and globally through her career in Tourism, Marketing and Business.
March: Amelia Rosella (‘11) shares her experience in traditionally male dominated fields in Civil Engineering and Project Management, as well as the Inaugural LOSA Football Team Captain for 2022.
April: Taylor Martin’s (‘10) career in Marketing, as well as participation in the AADC and She Creates, has her wearing many hats in her industry.
August: Danielle (‘08) & Alyssa (‘06) Fitzpatrick are sisters who are both Loreto Old Scholars’, Rhodes Scholars and doctors. They explain their individual journeys in the medical field and the way Loreto has given them an unfaltering belief in the limitless potential of women, while being curious, resilient and engaged with the world.
October: Sarah Gilbert (‘12) & Jessie Mckenna (‘12), founders of Pilates Online, always aspired to create a business alongside helping people feel stronger and more confident within themselves.
November: Sophie Cousins (‘16) explains how the Loreto community around her, helped bring her dream of a sustainable, high-quality fashion brand to life - Fikah.
2021
March: Holly Ashworth’s (’17) journey as an apprentice chef and how Loreto inspired her to follow a unique path and remain driven in a fast paced industry.
April: Eden Hansen’s (’16): incredible journey to achieve her Pilot’s License and what’s in store next.
May: Bianca De Candia (’09) shares her incredible, fast-paced journey to get into the competitive media industry and how Loreto moulded her into the woman she is today.
July: The inspirational journey of Marie Shaw, QC (’69) and how she has truly embodied the Loreto values and spirit to pursue her dreams.
August: Marijana Rajcic (’06) shares her passion for Loreto and the experiences she has had since leaving Loreto.
September: Catherine Clohesy (‘13) shares her journey of moving to San Francisco to begin her career as a student athlete.
2020
January: Paula Zito’s (’91) career in Law and her appreciation for her Loreto education and experience
February: How Michaela Burger (’99) followed her dreams to become a professional performer, singer and dancer in the Performing Arts
March: Georgia Minucci (’08) explains her role as Protocol Officer for Government House and how valuable her Loreto educational was to her career success
April: Twins, Andrea (’84) and Paul Newman’s incredible personal and professional journey since leaving Loreto
May: Sophie Kitchen’s (’11) career as a recipe developer and how her Loreto schooling taught her to be resilient and to always aim high
June: Jacquie Biggar’s (’02) career journey in dentistry and how her Loreto education taught her about the value of opportunities
July: How Nathaniel Praino’s hard work and determination turned his dream panini and coffee shop into a reality
August: Antonia Cardone’s (’84) amazing career in architecture and how Loreto taught her the importance of women and equality within the workforce
September: Mel Davies’ (’08) professional career in law and contribution to the establishment of the Loreto Old Scholars’ Netball Club
October: Lizzy Stewart’s (nee Davey, ’08) advocacy for diversity and equality of women in STEM, and how her Loreto education provided her with the confidence and skills to pursue her dreams
2019
February: Alisha Min (’11) appointed as director of CAMS Victorian State Council
March: Olivia Pietrobon’s (’11) career at Fulton Hogan and the importance of STEM
April: Elena Casciano’s (’00) professional IT journey and advocacy for women’s participation
May: Renata Ogilvie’s (’99) career in Marketing and passion for making a difference
June: Stephanie Patniotis’ exciting global career within the events management industry
July: Andrea Ingham’s (’89) incredible career journey within advertising and sales
August: Abra Remphrey’s (’87) passion for all things design and her professional career journey as co-director and founder of Detour Design Studio
September: Simone Anderson’s (’91) career in Recruitment and her involvement in Loreto Federation 2020 as President
October: Gabby McBriarty’s (’11) passion for Business Management led her to establish her own South Australian Aged Care Business
November: Melanie Ceko’s (’00) incredible social justice work and passion for English and Science
