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December 17, 2025
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Welcome to From East to West, the community magazine of Mannix College.

This second edition for 2025 captures the energy and momentum of the year as it unfolded, with stories that reflect the people, experiences and connections that make Mannix what it is.

If you would like to receive printed copies of FromΒ East to WestΒ mailed to you,Β please let us know.

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  • Check out the college magazine! December 17, 2025
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The latest edition of From East to West has landed βœ¨πŸ“– Inside, you’ll find the people, moments and milestones that defined life at Mannix this year, along with a sneak peek at what’s coming next. Think big wins, strong community, and a campus that’s about to get a serious glow-up over summer. πŸ’š Dive in via the link in bio. #MannixCollege #MonashAccommodation #ResidentialCollege





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Some places feel like home the moment you step back in. ✨ The Gryphon Gala was pure Mannix energy, old friends reuniting, laughter in familiar spaces, and plenty of β€œremember when?” moments. Alumni from across the decades came home, picked up friendships like no time had passed, and reminded us why this place stays with you. From milestone reunions to welcoming our newest Old Collegians, it was a night full of joy, pride and connection. Mannix is a place you may leave, but a community you never outgrow. πŸ’š #MannixCollege #MonashAccommodation #ResidentialCollege





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Dec 12



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Ch-ch-ch-changes, continued. 🎨🧡 The Wings refurbishment is really starting to come to life. Fresh colour, new carpet, and spaces taking shape. So much more to come. Stay tuned 😎 #MannixCollege #MonashAccommodation #ResidentialCollege





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Tomorrow, we farewell India Wright, our Director of Academics and Employability, and we do so with full hearts. Since 2023, India has shaped the academic life of Mannix with genuine care. She built the award winning StudyFest program, supported residents through the highs and hurdles of university, and offered wise, kind guidance as they explored career pathways. She has been a steady champion for our students and a generous colleague to all. India recently submitted her PhD and is now heading to the UK for an exciting new chapter. We wish her safe travels and every success abroad. She goes with our gratitude and our admiration. We also look forward to introducing our new Director, Dr Shaz Sivanesan, who will carry this important work forward. Thank you, India. You will always have a home at Mannix. #MannixCollege #MonashAccommodation #ResidentialCollege





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The BASTRO is back. And wow it looks good. Freshly resurfaced and ready for futsal, volleyball, cricket, fitness sessions and whatever chaotic sporting brilliance our students dream up next. Whether you are here to win or simply to vibe with mates who forgot the score three minutes in, this new turf is made for you. Huge thanks to Nick and the Feather Turf team for a brilliant job. It looks amazing. Game on. #MannixCollege #MonashAccommodation #ResidentialCollege





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What a year, Mannix. Full hearts here. Proud of all we shared, built and became together. To our staff, student leaders and incredible residents, thank you. You made this year unforgettable and even pulled off a Distinction average while you were at it. β€οΈπŸ™ŒπŸŽ‰





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Who loves the Mannix staff? We do! ❀️ And today at our Christmas party we’re celebrating the incredible team who make Mannix feel like home away from home. The laughs, the late nights, the warm meals, the open doors, the care behind the scenes, all of it starts with them. We also recognised our Staff Service Award recipients for 2024: ⭐ Jason Munckhof, 15 years of service ⭐ Katie Lindsay, 5 years of service ⭐ Luka Virovac, 5 years of service Their dedication, heart and humour shape the everyday experience of life at Mannix. Students thrive because these legends show up, give their best and care deeply. We adore this team. If you love the Mannix staff too, hit like and send them some love. πŸ’š #MannixCollege #MonashAccommodation #ResidentialCollege





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Big ch-ch-ch-changes at Mannix. Construction has officially begun! After months of planning, our residential wing refurbishment is well underway. Over the next eight weeks, a very busy crew of builders will breathe new life into 290 bedrooms and freshen every corridor. This is the largest upgrade to these living spaces since Mannix opened in 1969. When the dust settles, our residents will enjoy more comfortable rooms with modern finishes and a much brighter, quieter and more sustainable environment. It is a huge undertaking and we are thrilled to see it moving from blueprint to reality. Stay tuned for progress updates and a few behind the scenes moments from the site. #MannixCollege #MonashAccommodation #ResidentialCollege





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When the nation’s top college leaders gather, you know something exciting is happening. Student leaders Lavinia, Sienna, Alex and Alex are representing Mannix at the NAAUC National Conference, joining peers from every state and territory to explore best practice, strengthen safety cultures and spark fresh ideas for vibrant, supportive communities. Staff member Sophie is also part of the staff program, connecting with colleagues across Australia on smarter prevention, wellbeing and leadership. NAAUC is one of three major conferences we engage with each year, alongside those hosted by University Colleges Australia and the Asia Pacific Student Accommodation Association. Together these touchpoints keep Mannix connected to national best practice and strong communities of practice. Big thanks to NAAUC for another brilliant conference. Our crew is learning plenty, laughing often and holding strong despite alarming coffee consumption. With @naauc #MannixCollege #MonashAccommodation #ResidentialCollege #NAAUC





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Christmas spirit activated πŸŽ„βœ¨ Like elves in Santa’s workshop, some of our Mannix staff spent the afternoon with our friends at VMCH helping pack Christmas Hampers for people and families doing it tough this year 🀝 Together with a big volunteer crew, around 900 hampers were packed and prepared for delivery 🎁 A small act for each of us, a big impact for the community. Proud to be part of something that spreads a bit of light at this time of year ❀️ with @vmchvic and @melbournecatholic #MannixCollege #MonashAccommodation #ResidentialCollege





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We know that what’s in a can isn’t the most important thing. It’s what you do with it. ♻️ Across campus, our residents use specialised bins to give every empty can a second life. πŸ—‘οΈβœ¨ Thanks to Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme, each container we collect earns 10 cents which becomes something far bigger than waste reduction. We turn cans into access scholarships that help students get to university and thrive once they’re here. πŸŽ“πŸ’› Since July 2024, our community has returned 37,100 containers and raised $3,710 for scholarships. πŸ™Œ That’s everyday student life transformed into sustainability and opportunity, one can at a time. And because we’re nerds about this stuff, we did the maths. If you stacked every one of those cans on top of the next, our β€œMannix Mountain” would climb over 4.5 kilometres into the sky. That’s half of Mt Everest, built from good habits, shared effort and the beverages that fuel a university year. πŸ”οΈπŸ₯€ Behind this impact is our whole community. Our Maintenance Team built a presorting station from recycled odds and ends found around campus. Our residents sort containers at events like Castle Day, making sustainability simple, social and fun. And every week, our recycling champion Adam visits Ferdinand and Vinn at the Return-It Depot in Springvale, where world-class service turns our haul into scholarship dollars. πŸ’°β™»οΈ We’re proud fans of CDS Vic because it transforms small, good choices into big change. It keeps waste out of landfill. It builds a more sustainable campus. And it helps open doors for students who deserve a fair chance at education in our community. So here’s cheers to a cleaner campus, brighter futures and the power of turning small actions into big impact, one can at a time. πŸ₯€βž‘οΈπŸŽ“βœ¨ #CDSVicFan





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If you think bubble soccer is fun, just wait until you see what we’re doing to the Bastro this summer. Big upgrades incoming. Stay tuned. #MannixCollege #MonashAccommodation #ResidentialCollege





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Do not enter, for now. But trust us, you’ll want to step inside when we’re done. Big things coming for our residential wings πŸ‘€ #MannixCollege #MonashAccommodation #MonashStudentAccommodation #residentialcollegemelbourne





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Big news, Mannix β€” your 2026 student leaders have been officially announced, and what a powerhouse team they are. Next year’s Resident Advisors, MCSS Committee and Welcome Team will be the heartbeat of campus life, building community, supporting their peers and creating the moments and memories that make Mannix feel like home. And they’re not just stepping in cold. Every leader completes three weeks of pre-service training, with one week wrapped up in November and two more coming in February. These intensives prepare them to lead a safe, vibrant and inclusive College, while boosting their confidence, skills and employability. Leadership at Mannix isn’t a title; it’s growth in action. From the care and steadiness of our RAs, to the colour and creativity of the MCSS, to the first-day magic brought by the Welcome Team, this crew will bring serious energy to 2026. Massive congratulations to every student joining this epic team! We can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make next year. #MannixCollege #MonashAccommodation #ResidentialCollege #StudentLeaders #MonashUniversity #CollegeLife #CampusLiving #StudentExperience #LeadershipDevelopment





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🌹 Mannix residents visited our friends at VMCH Corpus Christi this week to honour Remembrance Day together. We paused to reflect as Hannah read The Ode of Remembrance with real grace, then shifted into festive mode with Christmas crafts led by our talented resident Denise. πŸŽ„βœ¨ with @vmchvic, @melbournecatholic #VMCH #MannixCollege #MonashAccommodation #ResidentialCollege





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Nov 11



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Discovering meaning, together. This semester, our College Chaplain Fr Tony has been leading The Search β€” an optional weekly program inviting residents of all faiths and none to explore life’s big questions in a relaxed, open setting. From deep conversations to shared laughter, these gatherings have sparked curiosity, connection, and reflection β€” reminding us that the journey of purpose, and community is one we take together. Here are a few highlights from The Search this semester. #MannixCollege #MonashAccommodation #ResidentialCollege





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🐾 Bowie Diary, Day 142: Found water. No bowl required. Puddle = paradise. #collegedog





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πŸ’› Celebrating Our 2025 Mannix Award Winners πŸ’› Every resident helped make Mannix what it was in 2025 β€” spirited, caring, creative, and alive with possibility. Congratulations to this year’s award recipients: πŸ… Sports People of the Year: Hamish Drew & Mia Kirby 🏈 Monash Blues Men's Keith Freason Award: Will Broom 🏈 Monash Blues Women's Alana Woodward Award: Zara Le Roux 🎡 Alan Zavod Award for Musical Performance: Nethmi Thewarathanthri πŸ’« Community Spirit Award: Amelia Bishop 🌟 Gold Collegian Award: Nick Blackney πŸ“š Principal’s Award for the Academic Collegian of the Year: Polly Lewis πŸ† Student Achievement Award: Phoebe Rankin 🏠 Superfloor: Bottom East You’ve each made your mark β€” and together, you’ve made this College year one to remember. #MannixCollege #MonashAccommodation #ResidentialCollege #MonashUniversity #MonashLife #StudentExperience #ResidentialLife #CollegeLife #UniversityAccommodation #MonashClayton #AwardsNight #StudentSuccess #MonashResidential #MonashLiving





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🏰 Reliving Castle Day 2025! What. A. Day! Mannix came alive with live bands, a DJ, bubble soccer, jumping castles, ice cream, food stalls, face painting, and even a visiting masseur β€” all part of one of our biggest and most iconic College traditions. A huge shoutout to the MCSS and staff who made it happen. πŸ’šβœ¨ #MannixCollege #MonashUni #MonashResidentialLife #MonashStudentAccommodation #CollegeLife





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🏐 Victory for Team Mannix! Congratulations to Team Mannix on winning the Semester 2 Interhall Netball Competition! πŸŽ‰ Across weekly fixtures against the 12 residential halls at Monash, countless residents contributed to the team’s success β€” and it all paid off in a thrilling grand final win. A huge thanks to our friends at MRS and Monash Sport for hosting such a wonderful community competition that brings the halls together each semester. πŸ’šπŸ’›πŸ’™ with @monash_sport #MannixCollege #CollegeLife #MonashResidential #MonashSport #TeamMannix #InterhallNetball





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