In a significant tribute to one of Tamworth's most cherished and influential figures, Calrossy is proud to announce the name of our latest exciting expansion on the William Cowper Campus. The new multi-use classroom block, set to open in 2025, will be named the Dr. Ted Giblin OAM Centre.

Dr. Ted Giblin OAM was a prominent and dedicated community leader and doctor whose contributions have left an indelible mark on Tamworth. Serving as a respected specialist at the then Tamworth Base Hospital for several decades, he provided exceptional medical care and support to countless families. Beyond his medical practice, Dr. Giblin was deeply involved in the Rotary Club in Tamworth, where his leadership and community service initiatives greatly benefited the local population. He also played a vital role in Calrossy’s history, serving on the School Council from 1947 to 1976. Dr. Giblin’s near three-decade tenure on the School Council was marked by visionary leadership that helped steer our School through numerous challenges. His efforts were crucial during times of financial difficulty and leadership changes, ensuring Calrossy’s long term prosperity. Dr. Giblin died in 1999 at the age of 83.

"The Dr. Ted Giblin OAM Centre is more than just a building; it is a symbol of our dedication to educational excellence and our commitment to honouring those who have shaped our School's legacy. Dr. Giblin's impact on Calrossy and the wider Tamworth community is immeasurable, and this centre will continue his legacy by providing state-of-the-art resources for future generations," said Calrossy Principal, David Smith.

Dr. Ted Giblin's first wife, Phyllis, and the mother of their children, was also involved with the school as a supportive parent to their daughters’ education and through the school’s Drama activities, often adjudicating the annual School Play competition. Phyllis died in 1973 at the age of 58. Ted’s legacy is carried forward by their four children; Ted Jnr, Graham, Sue Belinda and Alison; and Ted’s second wife, Vilma. Sadly, Ted Jnr passed away in early 2024.His daughter Sue Belinda, a 1967 graduate of Calrossy, served as a Prefect and Day Girl Captain, and has since become a renowned actress and public figure. His youngest daughter Alison left Calrossy at the end of 4th Form in 1972. She now works as a counsellor at North Haven Hospice in Aotearoa/NZ.

The Centre not only honours Dr. Giblin’s significant impact on the arts but also celebrates the ongoing contributions of his family to our community and beyond.

On hearing of the decision to name the new multi-purpose block at the William Cowper Campus after her father, his daughter Sue said “Dad would have been delighted by the honour.  He loved the school as I did. I attended the school from Kindergarten to the HSC and to this day feel blessed for the education I received there. This was a school with unique and inspiring teachers, a close-knit and supportive community of girls and their parents and a wealth of possibility if you were prepared to be passionate and involved.”

To commemorate this milestone, we invite our community to participate in the "Legacy Seating Initiative." This unique opportunity allows you to name a seat in our new auditorium, in the Dr. Ted Giblin OAM Centre, creating a permanent personal tribute to the School and its Vision. Each named seat represents a lasting legacy of your commitment to future generations of students through the Calrossy Foundation.

Secure your seat today and become part of our enduring legacy!