Xavier College
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Xavier College is a Roman Catholic, day and boarding school predominantly for boys, founded in 1872 by the Society of Jesus, with its main campus located in Kew, an eastern suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Classes started in 1878.
Memorial Chapel foundation stone
Cigarette card featuring the Xavier College colours and crest, c. 1920s
(L–R) The Memorial Chapel on top of the hill overlooking a game of Australian rules football being played on the Roche Oval, Xavier College.
Former Senator Richard Alston a Former Xavier student
Order of Australia
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The Order of Australia is an honour that recognises Australian citizens and other persons for outstanding achievement and service. It was established on 14 February 1975 by Elizabeth II, Queen of Australia, on the advice of the Australian Government. Before the establishment of the order, Australian citizens received British honours.
Queen Elizabeth II wearing the insignia of the Sovereign of the Order of Australia