On 19 March, PLC celebrated a landmark moment with the official opening of the Joan Montgomery Centre, our new state-of-the-art sports, aquatic and fitness facility. The day was filled with excitement and energy as over 300 guests gathered to explore the Centre and witness the beginning of a new era in physical education at PLC.

A highlight of the event was the return of Old Collegian and Olympic Gold Medallist Grace Brown OAM (2010), who graciously shared her memories from her time at PLC. Grace's presence was a reminder of the profound impact this school has had on its students, both academically and athletically. Grace then had the honour of officially cutting the ribbon, marking the grand opening of the Centre.

We are incredibly grateful to the PLC Foundation and the trustees of the estate of Annie Murray Fortune for their generous support in making this Centre a reality. Their contributions will play a crucial role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our girls, empowering them to lead active, balanced lives both inside and outside of the classroom.

Philanthropy plays a central role in transforming the educational experience at PLC and we extend our sincerest thanks to all those whose support has helped bring this vision to life. The Joan Montgomery Centre is a shining example of how giving back can create lasting legacies that benefit future generations.

A big thank you also goes to ANZ for their ongoing support and to the ADCO Constructions team for their hard work in helping bring this visionary space to life. With the opening of the Joan Montgomery Centre, PLC is set to transform how our students engage with sports and physical education, setting the stage for a future where wellbeing is a top priority.

To get a closer look at the amazing new facilities, we invite you to watch the student-guided tour, where you can experience the Centre firsthand.

We look forward to seeing how the Joan Montgomery Centre will inspire and support generations of students in their physical education journeys.

Watch the Joan Montgomery Centre guided tour video