Headquarters:
2 St Mary's Road, Sydney, NSW 2000
Year founded:
1824
Number of employees:
100
Phone:
03 9531 6560
Email:
fleur.cane@syd.catholic.edu.au
Website:
smccsydney.syd.catholic.edu.au
LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/company/smccsydney/
Kerrie McDiarmid
College Principal
Christopher Maoudis
Assistant Principal – Senior School
David Timillero
Assistant Principal – Middle School
Leadership
In 2023, Kerrie McDiarmid was appointed principal of St Mary’s Cathedral College, Sydney’s oldest school. A visionary leader, she is guiding the college’s transformation from a 200-year all-boys institution into a dynamic, dual-campus, K-12 co-educational school. Previously, she served as principal and assistant principal at St Clare’s College Waverley, and as leader of pedagogy at Marist College Kogarah. With over 27 years of experience, McDiarmid is known for her innovative, strategic approach and commitment to educational transformation. Recognised among Australia’s Most Influential Educators, her leadership has driven significant growth, earning national awards for both her and her schools.
College Principal
Kerrie McDiarmid
Christopher Maoudis was appointed assistant principal of senior school at St Mary’s Cathedral College, Sydney in 2023. With over 20 years of teaching experience, he has previously served as deputy principal at St Clare’s College, Waverley, as well as director of learning and teaching and administration coordinator. Maoudis is recognised for his data-informed, innovative pedagogies and his commitment to building staff capacity and fostering reflective practice. He has taught senior English, religious education and history, consistently encouraging staff to pursue teaching excellence. Through collaborative leadership and strong relationships with staff, students and parents, he has driven positive change and improved outcomes
Assistant Principal – Senior School
Christopher Maoudis
David Timillero was appointed assistant principal of middle school at St Mary’s Cathedral College, Sydney in 2023. Previously, he held deputy principal roles at Bethlehem College, Ashfield and Holy Spirit Catholic College, Lakemba, as well as positions such as director of wellbeing and curriculum coordinator. Renowned for his commitment to fostering meaningful relationships, Timillero champions holistic student growth, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. His leadership is distinguished by initiatives that nurture resilience, empathy and respect, and by a contemporary curriculum approach that integrates life skills and moral education, preparing students for the challenges of modern society.
Assistant Principal – Middle School
David Timillero
Suzanne Georgiou
Assistant Principal – Junior School
Suzanne Georgiou was appointed assistant principal of junior school at St Mary’s Cathedral College, Sydney, in 2024. Previously, she served as deputy principal at St Charles’ Primary School, Waverley and Galilee Catholic Primary School, Bondi and as gifted education curriculum coordinator at St Mary - St Joseph Catholic Primary School, Maroubra. Georgiou is a dedicated educator and leader, passionate about leveraging contemporary pedagogy and research to enhance student achievement. Specialising in gifted education, she has driven school-wide reforms in curriculum, assessment, and management. Her strong interpersonal skills empower students, parents and staff, fostering a collaborative and high-achieving learning culture.
Assistant Principal – Junior School
Suzanne Georgiou
Belinda VanderGert
Assistant Principal – Liberal Arts
Belinda VanderGert was appointed assistant principal of liberal arts at St Mary’s Cathedral College, Sydney, in 2023. With over 20 years of experience in education, she has held leadership roles in curriculum, teaching and learning, and wellbeing across Sydney and Melbourne. VanderGert has driven whole-school initiatives to foster student growth and has been instrumental in developing the college’s Character Education program, promoting resilience, ethical development and personal growth. She collaborates closely with staff to innovate teaching practices and improve outcomes. A passionate advocate for student wellbeing, VanderGert cultivates an inclusive, supportive environment where every student is empowered to achieve their full potential.
Assistant Principal – Liberal Arts
Belinda VanderGert
Thomas Hunter
Assistant Principal – Mission
Meaghan Payne
Junior Leader
Kathy Pallasis
Manager, Human Resources
Pam Chhabra
Manager – Residential Strata
Thomas Hunter was appointed assistant principal of mission at St Mary’s Cathedral College, Sydney, in 2023. Passionate about character education, he leverages diverse experiences and study to inspire students to challenge themselves academically and through extracurricular activities. Leading both ATAR and non-ATAR (including VET) subjects, Hunter values skill development across a broad spectrum, always maintaining high expectations. Actively involved with charitable NGOs, he encourages students to form convictions about making a difference. With a strong focus on religious education, outreach and ethical inquiry, Hunter embraces the opportunities presented by the new K-12 co-educational context to support holistic student growth.
Assistant Principal – Mission
Thomas Hunter
Meaghan Payne is an accomplished educator with more than 18 years of experience across diverse educational settings, both in Australia and internationally. At St Columba’s, she is dedicated to fostering inclusive, student-centred learning environments where every child feels valued and empowered. With extensive expertise in IB schools, Payne is deeply committed to inquiry-based learning, encouraging student agency, critical thinking and responsibility towards others. She is highly skilled at adapting teaching strategies to meet the unique needs of her learners and demonstrates a strong commitment to professional growth. In her leadership role, Payne supports the junior school team to deliver engaging, high-quality teaching and learning. Her work contributes significantly to St Columba’s mission of inclusivity, innovation and holistic education.
Junior Leader
Meaghan Payne
Kathy Pallasis, manager, human resources at Frontier Software, leads HR strategy and operations from Melbourne. She oversees policy development, employee relations, and internal communications, working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
Pallasis is known for her clear, responsive communication and collaborative approach. She manages employee records, supports strategic planning and coordinates workplace logistics. With experience in enterprise software, payroll systems and governance, Pallasis is a trusted resource for internal stakeholders.
She holds a humanities degree, is a member of AHRI, and actively contributes to continuous improvement and inclusive workplace practices through policy and operational leadership.
Manager, Human Resources
Kathy Pallasis
Stephen McMillan first entered the financial services Industry when he joined GE Capital as a finance analyst in 2008, from which he progressed through roles working both onshore and offshore. From there, he moved into Pacific Premium Funding as a financial planning and analysis leader in 2012 and was a key resource in the evolution of the business, first with the successful sale to Macquarie Pacific Funding and then the following progression into IQumulate Premium Funding, where he is now the commercial manager.
As commercial manager, McMillan leads a team that is responsible for commercial analysis and business support, identifying and reporting improvement initiatives, and the securitization and treasury functions of the business.
Commercial Manager
Stephen McMillan
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Stephen McMillan first entered the financial services Industry when he joined GE Capital as a finance analyst in 2008, from which he progressed through roles working both onshore and offshore. From there, he moved into Pacific Premium Funding as a financial planning and analysis leader in 2012 and was a key resource in the evolution of the business, first with the successful sale to Macquarie Pacific Funding and then the following progression into IQumulate Premium Funding, where he is now the commercial manager.
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Stephen McMillan first entered the financial services Industry when he joined GE Capital as a finance analyst in 2008, from which he progressed through roles working both onshore and offshore. From there, he moved into Pacific Premium Funding as a financial planning and analysis leader in 2012 and was a key resource in the evolution of the business, first with the successful sale to Macquarie Pacific Funding and then the following progression into IQumulate Premium Funding, where he is now the commercial manager.
As commercial manager, McMillan leads a team that is responsible for commercial analysis and business support, identifying and reporting improvement initiatives, and the securitization and treasury functions of the business.
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Stephen McMillan
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Founded in 1824, St Mary’s Cathedral College is the oldest school in the Archdiocese of Sydney. Rich in Catholic heritage and guided by a forward-looking vision, the college has evolved into a vibrant, dual-campus, co-educational institution serving students from Kindergarten to Year 12 in the heart of the city.
A contemporary curriculum is at the core of the St Mary’s experience, designed to ignite curiosity, foster creativity and strengthen critical thinking. Learning extends beyond the classroom, as real-world experiences are seamlessly integrated into daily life. With Sydney’s premier cultural institutions just steps away, the city itself becomes a living classroom.
Located beside and historically intertwined with St Mary’s Cathedral – the Mother Church of Australia – the college instills a profound sense of faith, purpose and belonging. As the home of Australia’s oldest and most distinguished chorister program, St Mary’s Cathedral College celebrates the unique gifts of every student, supporting their growth academically, artistically, spiritually and as emerging leaders.
St Mary’s Cathedral College honours a remarkable legacy while equipping each student to step confidently into the future – grounded in enduring values, inspired by excellence and committed to making a meaningful difference.
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“We have long tenures for several of our key staff, including some in leadership positions, and this sound working knowledge of our business, practices and industry provides great insights and a wealth of experience to offer our clients,” says Bastow. “Our new head of sales, Graeme Gordon, formerly manager for New Zealand, joins us in Australia to drive our sales strategy and lead our team to successful outcomes for our clients and our business. We look forward to great things ahead with Graeme as he continues to be active and present in the New Zealand market as well as building sound working relationships and new connections in Australia.”
Clients can also expect a lot from working with IQumulate.
“Through active engagement with our trusted broker network, IQumulate provides relevant information, education and training content,” says Graeme Gordon, head of sales. “Our clients can expect IQumulate to support their business in several ways, providing an understanding of what premium funding solutions are available and how IQumulate can spread the cost of insurance and help borrowers get the right level of insurance cover to free up their cash flow for other expenses or business growth opportunities. Premium funding is often considered a tool for those who simply cannot afford to pay their premiums in full. While this is certainly a significant driver for many, it is also successfully used by profitable companies who use premium funding to manage their cash flows more wisely or better manage their liquidity.”
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Under the leadership of Principal Mark Ashmore and the College Board, Salesian College Chadstone fosters a positive, professional and growth-oriented environment. With a focus on continuous improvement, the college has achieved record academic results, rising ATAR scores, stronger attendance and national recognition in child safety, including the 2025 Victorian Protecting Children Award.
The college celebrated the outstanding achievement of Year 12 student Thomas Maguire-Nguyen, who was named Overall VCE Leader of the Year by the Parliamentary Secretary for Education, Nina Taylor MP. The college has also proudly led the way in innovation through its partnership with Uniform Group and designer Peter Morrissey to launch Australia’s first bespoke, designer-curated school uniform collection, coinciding with the opening of the new Year 7 and 8 Precinct campus in 2026.
Salesian College Chadstone’s extra-curricular program develops students’ talents and passions in team environments. Key activities include house sports, debating, peer mentoring, Associated Catholic Colleges (ACC) sports across 55 teams, instrumental music and public speaking.
The college collaborates with its partner Girls Schools Sacred Heart Girls College and Avila College for musical productions, leadership experiences and community events, providing the opportunity for cross-school teamwork and connection, reinforcing the college’s commitment to holistic development, leadership and community engagement.
Technology is another priority and underpins the college’s strategy of delivering a contemporary education. Over the last 12 months, the college has introduced a series of initiatives:
ICT Future Directions committee – exploring the use of technology for communication, data analysis and learning
Risk Wizard – risk management, incident tracking and compliance monitoring software
Employee Connect – HR and onboarding software
Alumnly – integrated cloud-based Alumni Networking and Management Platform for Alumni of Salesian College Chadstone
Vivi – whole school wireless mirroring system for efficient classroom displays
Intellischools – data platform for student results, attendance and security, aggregating student data for school improvement
IVR (Interactive Voice Response) – system for telephone enquiry management
Committed to diversity and inclusion, the college’s Learning Diversity team ensures the varied needs of students are met in an environment where every student can thrive.
Salesian College Chadstone is a place where academic excellence, personal growth and community spirit converge, preparing young men for an interconnected world while staying true to its Salesian values.