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 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.

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Here are some highlights from the meeting:

Membership

• 13 new members recorded, spanning years 1971 to 2024; one member's year to be investigated.

Careers Mentoring

• Summary and recommendations from the Speed Dating morning completed.

Twilight at the Fort - Review

• Approximately 120 students attended, roughly half from years 2000 and later; 10 staff present.

• Full review to come.

Fort Fest

• Ideas discussed include a visible presence at the event.

Membership Brochure

• Draft and proposed content circulated for review.

Constitution Review

• Draft walked through at the meeting; review schedule to follow.

• Final amendments to be ready for the AGM by the 30 September meeting.

Annual Dinner

• Date confirmed: 16 October - planning in progress.

Merchandising

• Key Rings and Car Grille Badges are now available to sell online and at events.

Faber Est Newsletter

• Issue 105: published with an alternate Fortian story as the planned one wasn't ready.

Mini Reunions

• Idea raised to target specific year groups for future Twilight events.

Fortians Archive

• Kirby Interviews project ongoing.

January Minutes

To view the minutes of this meeting click here.

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.