List of Riverview Old Ignatians
"Old Ignatians" are alumni of Saint Ignatius' College, Riverview in Sydney, a Roman Catholic school run by the Jesuits.
Academia
- Professor Athanasius Treweek Professor of Classics at University of Sydney, cracked Japanese code in World War II
Rhodes Scholars
- Tony Abbott, BEc, LLBRhodes Scholar 1981, Prime Minister of Australia, Adviser to the UK Board of Trade since 2020.
- Attila Brungs, BScRhodes Scholar 1994, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Technology Sydney 2014-2022, Vice-Chancellor of the University of New South Wales since 2022
- Terence Glasheen, BARhodes Scholar 1938
- Imre Hunyor BSc, MB, BSRhodes Scholar 2005
- Michael Izzo BA, LLBRhodes Scholar 2000
- Christopher Martin BERhodes Scholar 1990
- Greg O'Mahoney BA, LLBRhodes Scholar 2002
Business
- John Kaldor a textiles industrialist and a significant Australian philanthropist renown for his support of the arts
- Paul Ramsay billionaire, founder of Ramsay Health Care, and a significant Australian philanthropist
- Andrew Todd leading New Zealand businessmen; also attended Christian Brothers School, Dunedin; member of one of the richest families in New Zealand
- Sir Bryan Todd leading New Zealand businessmen; also attended Christian Brothers School, Dunedin; member of one of the richest families in New Zealand
Clergy
- Rev Fr Edmund Campion OR Professor at St Patrick's Seminary, Manly ; author and historian
- Fr John Brendan Casey SJ priest and educationist; Rector of Riverview
- Rev Fr Steve Curtin SJ OR Provincial of the Australian Province of the Society of Jesus ; Director of Jesuit Mission Australia
- Most Rev Anthony Fisher OP OR Archbishop of Sydney since 2014; Bishop of Parramatta Diocese ; Auxiliary Bishop of Archdiocese of Sydney
Entertainment, media and the creative arts
Dramatic arts
- Bob Connollyjournalist and award-winning documentary film maker and author
- Ben FordhamChannel Nine and 2GB radio host
- Colin Higgins – writer and film director Harold and Maude, Silver Streak, Nine to Five, Foul Play, etc.
- Marc McDermottactor on stage and screen
- Gregan McMahonactor and theatrical producer
- Andrew O'Keefeformer presenter of the Seven Network's Deal or No Deal, Weekend Sunrise and The Chase Australia; former intellectual property lawyer
- Rob Palmerpresenter on Seven Network's Better Homes and Gardens programme
- Bernard Derriman is an Australian animator, director, and producer
- Brendan Jones (radio personality) is an Australian radio presenter, actor, media personality and motorcycling enthusiast.
Literary arts
- Christopher Brennanpoet
- Nick Enrightdramatist/playwright
- Justin Flemingdramatist/playwright
- Robert Hughesart critic and writer
- Padraic "P. P." McGuinnessconservative journalist; editor of Quadrant Magazine
- Gerard Windsorwriter
Music
- Rob Douganmusic producer and composer best known for the track "Clubbed to Death", which featured in The Matrix
- James Huntpercussionist for Rüfüs Du Sol
- Ignatius Jonesactor/musician; creative director of Sydney 2000 Olympic Opening Ceremony and ViViD Festival
- Tyrone Lindqvistvocalist and guitarist for Rüfüs Du Sol
- Art vs. ScienceElectronic dance band consisting of alumni Dan McNamee, Jim Finn and Dan Williams
Visual arts
- Michael Arthur Macdonald Scott former Jesuit priest and educator, co-founder of the Blake prize for religious art and trustee of the National Gallery of Victoria
Other
- Maurice O'Sheawinemaker
Law
- Tom Bathurst Current Chief Justice of New South Wales
- George Ernest Flannery barrister who worked with Sir Edmund Barton for Federation and was a foundation member of the Old Ignatians' Union
- Peter GarlingJustice of the NSW Supreme Court, 2010–present
- Clifton Hoeben Current Chief Judge in Common Law, NSW Supreme Court ; Major-General of the Australian Army Reserve
- Julian McMahon – human rights lawyer
- Sir Henry Edward Manning barrister and politician. Attorney-General of New South Wales.
- Anthony Meagher is a current Justice of the Court of Appeal of the Supreme Court of New South Wales
- Roddy Meagher Justice of the NSW Supreme Court and Court of Appeal, 1989–2004
- George Palmer Justice of the Supreme Court of New South Wales, 2001–2011; musical composer
Medicine and science
Medicine
- Dr Walter Burfitt surgeon and co-founder of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons; Founder of the Medical Benevolent Association of New South Wales
Sciences
- Richard Dowdennoted geo- and astrophysicist
- Paul Scully-Powerfirst Australian born astronaut – Space Shuttle Challenger 1984
Military
- Major Dr. Kevin Faganphysician and World War II hero
- Clifton HoebenMajor General and NSW Supreme Court Judge
- Michael SlatteryRear Admiral and NSW Supreme Court Judge
Politics and public service
Politicians
- Tony Abbott, BEc, LLBRhodes Scholar 1981, Prime Minister of Australia, Adviser to the UK Board of Trade since 2020.
- David Connolly former Federal Member for Bradfield, representing the Liberals
- Thomas Bartholomew Curran former member of Britain's House of Commons
- Jason Falinski MPFederal Member for Mackellar 2016–2022, representing the Liberals
- Joe Francis MLAState Member for Jandakot; Lieutenant, Royal Australian Navy
- Dr David Gillespie MPFederal Member for Lyne, representing the Nationals; and a former gastroenterologist
- Nick Greiner Premier of New South Wales ; State Member for Ku-ring-gai, representing the Liberals
- Chris Hartcher MPState Member for Terrigal and former Member for Gosford, representing the Liberals and now an Independent
- Tom Hughes barrister; Federal Member for Parkes, Federal Member for Berowra ; Former Attorney-General of Australia
- Peter JohnsonFederal Member for Brisbane, representing the Liberals
- Barnaby Joyce MPFederal Member for New England, representing the Nationals; a former Deputy Prime Minister of Australia
- Matt Kean MPState Member for Hornsby, representing the Liberals
- Stephen LusherFederal Member for Hume, representing the Nationals
- Jonathan O'Dea MPState Member for Davidson, representing the Liberals
- Anthony Roberts MPState Member for Lane Cove, representing the Liberals.
Public service
- Michael Coutts-Trottersenior New South Wales public servant, currently Secretary of the NSW Department of Communities and Justice since 2019
- Lachlan HarrisSenior Press Secretary to former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd
Sport
AFL
- Craig Nettelbeck
- Leo BarrySydney Swans 1995–2009 – AFL Premiership winning player 2005
- Josh BruceGreater Western Sydney Giants 2012–
- Malcolm LynchWestern Bulldogs 2007–2009, North Melbourne Football Club 2012
- Dan RobinsonSydney Swans
- Will Sierakowski – Hawthorn, North Melbourne
Basketball
Cricket
- Jackson BirdAustralian Test Cricketer 2012–, Tasmanian Tigers 2011–, Melbourne Stars 2012–, Sheffield Shield 'Player of the Year' 2011–2012, Australia A 2012, NSW Blues 2023.
- John DavisonCanadian Cricketer 2001–11.
- Sam FanningWestern Australia 2022
Football
- Callum ElderLeicester City F.C. 2013–2019. Hull City A.F.C 2019–present.
- Adam Biddleplayed soccer for Sydney FC In addition to such accolades, is also father to Liam Biddle
Rowing
- Bryan CurtinOlympian, Munich 1972 M8+.
- Richard Curtin – Olympian, Munich 1972 M8+.
- Joe DonnellyAustralian representative coxswain M8+ and National Rowing Coach, Vietnam.
- Simon Nola – silver medallist at World Rowing Championships 2013 LM8+.
- Daniel Noonandual Olympian, Beijing 2008 M4X and London 2012 M4X bronze medallist.
Rugby union
State/provincial/national
- Bryan HughesWallabies 1913,, Christchurch, NZ
- Charles MorrisseyWallabies 1925–26, Sydney, NSW.
- Ignatius O'DonnellWallabies 1899, Sydney, NSW
- James HughesWallabies 1907, Sydney, NSW
- James O'DonnellWallabies 1899, Sydney, NSW
- John "Jack" ManningWallabies 1904, Great Britain
- Jack DempseyWallabies 2017–present, NSW Waratahs 2015–present, Australian Schoolboys 2012, Australian U20 2013–2014
- Mitch InmanWestern Force 2011, Melbourne Rebels 2012, Wallabies training squad 2012
- Jono JenkinsNSW Waratahs 2012, Western Force 2010, Australian Rugby Sevens 2009
- Jim LenehanWallabies 1958–1967,, Sydney, NSW
- Lachlan McCaffreyNSW Waratahs 2010, Western Force 2012, ACT Brumbies 2013
- David McDulingQueensland Reds 2012–2015, Australian Under 20s Rugby World Cup 2009 Natal/Durban Sharks 2015–
- Angus RobertsMelbourne Rebels 2013
- Michael WellsACT Brumbies 2016, NSW Waratahs 2017–2019 and Melbourne Rebels 2020–present, Australian Schoolboys 2010–2011 Australia U20's 2013 Rugby World Cup Australia Sevens 2014–2015 2018–2019 Wallabies squad 2021 French Test Series
- Robert WestfieldWallabies 1928–29, Sydney, NSW
- Tom CoolicanUSA Eagles 2018–present, as well as being the eldest born son of Dr John Coolican.
- Dr John Coolican AM – Wallabies 1982–83, Sydney University 1975, Waratahs 1977, Former President of NSW RU and current vice-president of Australian Rugby Union. Currently an Orthodontist.
International
- Jack Dempsey, Scottish rugby union international and Wallaby.
Rugby sevens
- Henry HutchisonWorld Rugby Sevens Series Rookie Player of the Year 2015/16
- Ed JenkinsAustralian Rugby Sevens Captain 2012
- Ed JenkinsAustralian Rugby Sevens Captain 2012
Olympians
- Frederick LaneAustralia's first Olympic swimmer, Paris 1900, he took gold in the 200 metres freestyle and the 200 metres obstacle race
- Michael DelanySwimming 1984 Los Angeles 4 x 100-metre Freestyle Relay – The 'Mean Machine'
- Daniel NoonanAustralian Olympic rower, men's quad scull in Beijing 2008, also London 2012.
- Ed FernonModern pentathlon 2012 London Olympics
- Aidan RoachWater polo 2012 London Olympics, 2016 Rio Olympics
- Will RyanSailing 2016 Rio Olympics 470 Class and 2020 Tokyo Olympics 470 Class
Other
- Richard Walshprofessional mixed martial artist and UFC competitor