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For a lifelong connection
Welcome to the The Old Girls' Association (OGA)!
The Association was founded in 1922 for the purpose of keeping Old Girls connected socially with each other and to the school. In the early yearsthe activities of the association were mainly holding annual meetings at school, general meetings, Old Girls' Day with Old Gilrs challenging current students at netball and tennis; bridge and card parties and dances held as fundraisers.
The purpose of the Association is to afford a recognised means of communication between the past and present pupils of St Hilda's School, and other school support groups, to promote social intercourse between Old Girls of St Hilda's School and to promote amoung Old Girls a permanent interest in the life, activities and progress of St Hilda's School.
The mindeset of generosity that formed the 1920's 'Association' is no less evident in the OGA today. Current members continue to celebrate their collective past while generously fundraising to shape the future of the school.
The OGA has played a significant part of the 100-year history of St Hilda's and looks forward to remaining relevant, supporting and connecting past students as the school sets forth on the next 100 years.
The OGA looks forward to continuing to work closely with St Hilda's to gather information about past students that may be been lost to the Association over time. This new platform is a great way to keep track of those who have changed their names after marriage or even changed addresses.
Welcome to the Rugbeian Society. I am particularly delighted to extend a warm greeting to our international alumni from Rugby School Thailand and Rugby School Japan. We are committed to fostering connections through sports sponsorships, reunions, networking events, and professional support. We proudly sponsor sports events, with teams in disciplines such as Association Football, Rackets, and Cricket. We also support the Rugbeian Trophies for the annual Crick Run.
If you have particular hobbies, sports, interests, or reunion ideas that you’d like to explore, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We are always eager to assist in creating new opportunities for our members. I look forward to meeting many of you at our events.
Jeremy Maddocks (Sh 79-84) President
President: Nikki Christmas (2004)
After graduating from St Hilda’s in 2004, Nikki began studying Psychology at Griffith University before shifting her focus to Property and Sustainable Development, earning her Bachelor’s degree from Bond University and Kingston University (England) in 2009.
While completing her studies, Nikki gained hands-on experience as an Assistant Development Manager with a local property developer. She then transitioned into town planning consulting, working for an engineering firm where she developed a broad skill set. As the company expanded, Nikki relocated to Brisbane, where she spent six years reconnecting with old friends from St Hilda’s—even sharing a home with some.
Now back on the Gold Coast, Nikki has taken on an exciting role as a Strategic Planner at the City of Gold Coast (Council). With a strong appreciation for the education and opportunities she gained at St Hilda’s—alongside her deep family ties and lifelong friendships from the school—Nikki is honoured and excited to serve as President for the OGA Committee.
Vice President: Giorgia Christmas-Jalili (2001)
After graduating from St Hilda’s in 2001, Giorgia embarked on a Bachelor of Journalism at Griffith University, interning at the Gold Coast Bulletin during her studies.
Giorgia worked as a parliamentary staffer to various Senators in Brisbane and Sydney after graduation, before moving to Canberra to work in the Leader of the Opposition’s Media Unit.
Giorgia went on to work as an adviser to the Prime Minister.
After marrying Damon, Giorgia worked for leading international political consulting firm CT Group, including several federal election campaigns, and relocated home to the sunny Gold Coast to raise their three daughters.
With her eldest having started at St Hilda’s Pre-Prep in 2024, Giorgia is thrilled to serve on the OGA as Vice President.
Secretary: Joanne Ramsey (1999)
Joanne began her educational journey at St Hilda’s, completing Year 10 in 1997 before relocating to Brisbane to further her studies. While there, she pursued her passion for dance, earning a Diploma in Dance and the Advanced Royal Academy of Dance certification at the Queensland Dance School of Excellence. She then achieved her Royal Academy of Dance Teacher qualifications and went on to complete a Bachelor of Education (Primary) at the Queensland University of Technology.
In 2006, Joanne returned to the Gold Coast, where she balanced work in the family business with further studies, earning a Bachelor of Business (Accounting). In 2017, she launched her own business specializing in bookkeeping and NDIS Plan Management, which she successfully ran until selling it in 2023. Now, she is preparing to complete her Bachelor of Counselling and Psychological Sciences in 2025.
Joanne has come full circle, returning to St Hilda’s as a proud parent, with her daughter having started in Pre-Prep in 2024.
Treasurer: Summer Hodge (1997)
Summer Hodge attended St Hilda’s from 1986 until she graduated in 1997. She is a CPA qualified accountant with a degree in Commerce, majoring in Management and Accounting. Summer is a mother of three, with her daughter and two son attending St Hilda’s and TSS. She splits her time between being a mother and assisting her husband with his domestic and commercial plumbing business. She also has extensive experience working for a large government entity specialising in procurement policy and governance. Summer is of Aboriginal heritage and is part of St Hilda’s Reconciliation Action Plan committee. Summer is passionate about fostering relationships with old girls and the school and looks forward to contributing towards the successes of the OGA Committee as the Treasurer.
Committee Member: Alana Chesser (2018)
Since graduating from St Hilda’s School in 2018 as the School Captain, Alana has completed a Bachelor of Property at Bond University. Alana now works full time in her family’s property development and investment company. Alana is honoured to be the President of the St Hilda’s School Old Girls’ Association, and having been in the role since November 2019 she is so proud of how the association has evolved and she looks forward to contributing toward the OGA’s future success.
Committee Member: Georgia Chesser (2020)
Georgia graduated from St Hilda’s School in 2020. Georgia pursued her love of working with children and is now a full-time Nanny on the Gold Coast. Georgia enjoys spending time with her family and friends, going on walks and retail therapy. Georgia is thrilled to be a St Hilda’s Old Girls’ Association Committee Member.
President: Nikki Christmas (2004)
After graduating from St Hilda’s in 2004, Nikki began studying Psychology at Griffith University before shifting her focus to Property and Sustainable Development, earning her Bachelor’s degree from Bond University and Kingston University (England) in 2009.
While completing her studies, Nikki gained hands-on experience as an Assistant Development Manager with a local property developer. She then transitioned into town planning consulting, working for an engineering firm where she developed a broad skill set. As the company expanded, Nikki relocated to Brisbane, where she spent six years reconnecting with old friends from St Hilda’s—even sharing a home with some.
Now back on the Gold Coast, Nikki has taken on an exciting role as a Strategic Planner at the City of Gold Coast (Council). With a strong appreciation for the education and opportunities she gained at St Hilda’s—alongside her deep family ties and lifelong friendships from the school—Nikki is honoured and excited to serve as President for the OGA Committee.
Vice President: Giorgia Christmas-Jalili (2001)
After graduating from St Hilda’s in 2001, Giorgia embarked on a Bachelor of Journalism at Griffith University, interning at the Gold Coast Bulletin during her studies.
Giorgia worked as a parliamentary staffer to various Senators in Brisbane and Sydney after graduation, before moving to Canberra to work in the Leader of the Opposition’s Media Unit.
Giorgia went on to work as an adviser to the Prime Minister.
After marrying Damon, Giorgia worked for leading international political consulting firm CT Group, including several federal election campaigns, and relocated home to the sunny Gold Coast to raise their three daughters.
With her eldest having started at St Hilda’s Pre-Prep in 2024, Giorgia is thrilled to serve on the OGA as Vice President.
Secretary: Joanne Ramsey (1999)
Joanne began her educational journey at St Hilda’s, completing Year 10 in 1997 before relocating to Brisbane to further her studies. While there, she pursued her passion for dance, earning a Diploma in Dance and the Advanced Royal Academy of Dance certification at the Queensland Dance School of Excellence. She then achieved her Royal Academy of Dance Teacher qualifications and went on to complete a Bachelor of Education (Primary) at the Queensland University of Technology.
In 2006, Joanne returned to the Gold Coast, where she balanced work in the family business with further studies, earning a Bachelor of Business (Accounting). In 2017, she launched her own business specializing in bookkeeping and NDIS Plan Management, which she successfully ran until selling it in 2023. Now, she is preparing to complete her Bachelor of Counselling and Psychological Sciences in 2025.
Joanne has come full circle, returning to St Hilda’s as a proud parent, with her daughter having started in Pre-Prep in 2024.
Treasurer: Summer Hodge (1997)
Summer Hodge attended St Hilda’s from 1986 until she graduated in 1997. She is a CPA qualified accountant with a degree in Commerce, majoring in Management and Accounting. Summer is a mother of three, with her daughter and two son attending St Hilda’s and TSS. She splits her time between being a mother and assisting her husband with his domestic and commercial plumbing business. She also has extensive experience working for a large government entity specialising in procurement policy and governance. Summer is of Aboriginal heritage and is part of St Hilda’s Reconciliation Action Plan committee. Summer is passionate about fostering relationships with old girls and the school and looks forward to contributing towards the successes of the OGA Committee as the Treasurer.
Committee Member: Alana Chesser (2018)
Since graduating from St Hilda’s School in 2018 as the School Captain, Alana has completed a Bachelor of Property at Bond University. Alana now works full time in her family’s property development and investment company. Alana is honoured to be the President of the St Hilda’s School Old Girls’ Association, and having been in the role since November 2019 she is so proud of how the association has evolved and she looks forward to contributing toward the OGA’s future success.
Committee Member: Georgia Chesser (2020)
Georgia graduated from St Hilda’s School in 2020. Georgia pursued her love of working with children and is now a full-time Nanny on the Gold Coast. Georgia enjoys spending time with her family and friends, going on walks and retail therapy. Georgia is thrilled to be a St Hilda’s Old Girls’ Association Committee Member.
