The Nudgee College Foundation
Philanthropy has been a part of the fabric of Nudgee since the Brothers opened the College in 1891 and it remains that way today. For over 132 years the College has been educating, leading and inspiring generations of young boys to leave as young men - as Signum Fidei or ‘signs of faith.’
It has been through the generosity of the Nudgee College community that the school has been able to deliver this world-class education for boys. The tradition of giving back and the love of humankind has continued generation after generation and this is thanks to our close community of parents, Old Boys, donors, staff and volunteers.
We extend our heartfelt thanks for the endless generosity and support we receive.
Meet the Nudgee College Foundation Board
The Nudgee College Foundation, established in 1984, honours the spirit of generosity that has been an integral part of Nudgee College over the decades. It brings together a committed group of individuals passionate about Nudgee College, about its future and about the boys that are educated in this great school. It assists the school in promoting and stewarding a philanthropic culture and helps to raise funds that aid the school in delivering on its mission, now and into the future. Our Board members give their time voluntarily and bring skills from many different fields of expertise.
Mr Luke Ingham-Myers
Chair of Foundation
Luke Ingham-Myers is a solicitor with over 25 years’ experience. Prior to opening his firm IM Lawyers, Luke was in-house counsel at Suncorp and Allianz and held corporate roles in listed companies being responsible for legal, risk and compliance, procurement, project management and employment. Luke has developed a general legal practice specialising in both commercial law and personal injuries and is attuned to the practices and policies implemented by institutions that ensure the safeguarding of students, staff and the public. Luke is appreciative of the education he received through the Christian Brothers commencing at Nudgee Junior as a day boy followed by six years of boarding at Nudgee. His family has had a long association with the school, most recently with his son Bill (NCOB 2020) and prior to that his father Robert (NCOB 1962) his brothers, in-laws and uncles as students dating back to the 1930s. Luke has been involved on a voluntary basis with EREA schools as a former Chair of the Ambrose Treacy College Foundation, past member of the Jack Ross Bursary and enjoyed coaching rugby at Nudgee College from 2018 to 2022.
Mr Scott Thomson
Principal
Brother Damien Price
Br Damien Price is a Director of the Nudgee College Foundation Board through his role as Chair of the College Advisory Council.
As a Christian Brother and person whose family has been associated with the College since the 1930’, Damien has witnessed first hand the significant contribution the College has made to Australian society and in particular to young men from difficult circumstances. There are so many stories of young men who have found their voice through their Nudgee College journey, have found a sense of purpose and meaning in their lives and have stepped out of the gates knowing they can and are called to make a difference. This extraordinary contribution can only become a lived reality through the generosity of generations of parents, care givers and generous benefactors. May our generous God continue to bless you all.
Mr Saxon Mew
Portfolio Manager, BCom, BEcon, MAppFin, MEcon.
Saxon is a Portfolio Manager whose primary role is the management of investment portfolios and provision of investment advice to high net worth clients and not for profit organisations. Prior to joining Wilsons Saxon held roles at both ANZ and Westpac.
Saxon has been with Wilsons since 2010, is a Shareholder of the business and is currently involved on a voluntary basis with both the Nudgee College and Somerville House Foundations. Saxon holds a Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Economics, a Master of Applied Finance, and a Master of Economics. He is also a member of the Stockbrokers and Investment Advisers Association and the Tax Practitioners Board.
Ms Sarah Roati
Sarah Roati is a medical practitioner with over 25 years of experience in health care, currently working at The Prince Charles Hospital and St Vincent’s Northside Private hospital in cardiology.
Sarah has served on the Board of Our Lady of The Angels Catholic primary school in Wavell Heights when her children attended the school.
Sarah has been a proud Nudgee mum since 2012, with four sons attending the College, three now old boys and one currently in year 12.
She is passionate about ensuring that all boys at Nudgee get the most out of the all the opportunities offered to them at the College and is committed to bringing a parent voice to the Foundation. She is very excited to join the Foundation as a casual director and help grow initiatives like the Jack Ross bursary. This bursary funds boys to attend the College, who without the bursary would not be able to experience the amazing opportunities available at the College that her boys have been afforded.
Ms Charmaine Twomey
Charmaine is the Managing Director of Insto Consulting Group and has over 30 years of executive experience steering and being a part of trustee boards and committees. Charmaine is a Company Secretary, Director and advisor in strategy, governance and risk and prior to commencing Insto Consulting Group was instrumental in building global infrastructure and private equity funds on behalf of investors that are focused on transparency and investor alignment. Charmaine is also a mum of a current secondary year student at Nudgee College. Charmaine holds a Bachelor of Commerce, Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Finance & Investment as well as in Financial Planning, is a Fellow of FINSIA and ASFA, and a graduate of AICD.
Ms Lindsay Khushal (Ex-Officio)
BAHons, Head of Philanthropy.
Lindsay is passionate about building on the philanthropic culture at Nudgee College. She brings with her over 22 years’ experience working diversely across the private, not for profit and more recently education sectors. She has a wealth of experience in philanthropy and fundraising, as well as stakeholder engagement and strategic partnerships. Lindsay is passionate about working with the community supporting the Foundation in raising essential funds for the Building Fund as well as for needs-based bursaries at the College.
Lindsay holds a BA (Hons) in English.
