Celebrating 150 Years

In 2022, Trinity College is celebrating its 150^th anniversary.

The College has come a long way since the first student enrolled in 1872, yet our underlying values and commitment to providing the very best educational and residential experience to talented young people remains.

Join us as we flip through the history pages of the last 150 years. There have been highs, there have been lows, there has been laughter, there have been tears. There are all the things that make a good story.

Timeline Highlights

From where it all began to now – this is how Trinity College has evolved.

1853–1922

See our full timeline

The complete history of Trinity College, titled The Triumphs of our Fleur-de-Lys: 150 years of Trinity College Melbourne, is now available to pre-order. Written by Dr Peter Campbell, the book covers the history of the College in 46 chapters, including 200 illustrations and eight pages of colour plates.

Pre-order your copy now

Trinity Oakleaf Awards

The Trinity Oakleaf commemorates 150 years of the College by recognising living alumni and supporters who have made a notable contribution to Trinity, the broader community, or both, within Australia or globally.

A committee of 13 members, from across all three College divisions, was tasked with selecting 150 living alumni and College supporters for an Oakleaf Award.

Our Oakleaf awardees were recognised on Friday 15 July.

See our Oakleaf recipients