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This is where past students of Methodist Ladies’ College stay connected - to each other, to the College, and to our shared story. Here you will find news on upcoming reunions and events, spotlights on inspiring Collegians doing remarkable things, glimpses into our rich history, and exciting updates on what’s happening at MLC today. We are proud of our global Collegian network and would love to hea
21/05/2026
Collegians in Conversation ✨📚
Meet your fourth (and final) guest speaker: Jessica Racklyeft (Class of 1997) 🎨💚
Jess Racklyeft is an author and illustrator of children’s books, creating beautifully detailed work from her studio at Abbotsford Convent, near the river and a little farm 🌿✨
Her illustrations blend collage, watercolour and digital techniques, often inspired by the natural world and a love of environment and conservation 🌏🖌️
Before becoming a full-time illustrator, Jess worked in publishing sales for almost a decade - before taking the leap into a creative career that has now seen her illustrate and write more than 50 picture books 📚💫
Her work has been recognised with major accolades including the CBCA Picture Book of the Year for Iceberg and an Eve Pownall Honour Award for Australia: Country of Colour 🏆✨
Her books can be found in libraries and bookshops across Australia - including right here at MLC 📖💚
Join us as Jess shares her creative journey and the stories behind her illustrations 🌿
Tickets are available now via the link: https://events.humanitix.com/collegians-in-conversation
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20/05/2026
Collegians in Conversation ✨🎬
Meet your third guest speaker: Kate Downie (Class of 1997) 🎥💚
Kate Downie is an Executive Producer and Founder of Beautiful Pictures — one of Western Australia’s leading production companies 🌏✨
Her passion for storytelling began at just 10 years old, when she watched a live news broadcast being assembled and realised there were people behind the scenes bringing it all together 🎬💡
While at MLC, Kate combined INSTEP and TEE to keep her pathways open, before stepping straight into the industry at Editel in Perth - starting as a receptionist and working her way through production roles across Perth, Melbourne, Sydney and internationally 🚀
Through Beautiful Pictures, Kate has led campaigns for brands including Google, La Mer, RAC and Tourism WA, with a career spanning agencies, production companies and freelance work across Australia and beyond 🌍🎞️
Now expanding into Asia, she continues to bring calm leadership, technical expertise and a deep commitment to mentoring the next generation of producers 💫
Join us as Kate shares her journey through the creative production industry and the stories behind the screen 💚
Tickets available now via the link: https://events.humanitix.com/collegians-in-conversation
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