Fortians Union

The Fortian alumni associations began in 1894 in order to:

1. Build a Strong Community:

• Create a place where members can connect, have fun, and support each other.

2. Give Back to Fort Street:

• Actively contribute to the success of Fort Street High School through volunteer work, mentorship, or other initiatives.

3. Celebrate Our Legacy:

• Honour the rich history and traditions of Fort Street while embracing innovation and progress.

For enquiries or to get in touch with the Fortians Union, please contact us via email at: fortians@fortians.au

Faber Est

The Fortians Union publishes Faber Est, a regular newsletter. Click here to explore the latest edition and our growing archive.

Membership

Membership of the Fortians Union is free for the first five years after leaving school. Life membership is available for a one off fee of $50.00.

To join, complete the online form by clicking here.

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Annual General Meeting

Here are some highlights from the meeting:

• President's, Membership and Treasurer's Reports were presented.

• Election and Appointment of Executive, Committee, Patrons and Public Officer.

• Membership fees to remain the same.

• Motion passed to develop a proposal to achieve a much closer realtionship with the school. To be put to the 2026 AGM.

November Meeting

Here are some highlights from the meeting:

• Membership invitations sent to three individuals; two accepted and joined

• Six new members joined (spanning years 1977-2024, plus staff and former principal)

Careers Mentoring:

• Speed dating-style mentoring event scheduled for 27th February

• Responses received from newsletter and annual dinner for volunteers

• 30 students completed career interest survey

• Discussion on broadening participation beyond early-career alumni to include career changers

Mini Reunions:

• • Plan to proactively contact significant decade groups

• • Coordination with membership lists underway

Merchandising:

• 50 car badges and key rings ordered

• To be promoted through newsletter and social media

Faber Est:

• Four editions scheduled for 2026

Constitution Review:

• Draft in preparation

• To be reviewed at March meeting

School Liaison:

• Article to be submitted for the next The Fortian magazine

• Sub-group forming to plan future engagement

• Student committee liaison planned

• Museum archivist invited to join discussions

Annual Dinner:

• Traditionally held third Friday in October

• More advanced planning and advertising planned

• Progress report due at January meeting

Archive and Museum:

• Suggestion made for member volunteers. Follow-up needed on specific volunteer needs

September Minutes

To view the minutes of this meeting click here.