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Thomians \u201cBreak Free\u201d by a whisker!!<\/span><\/h1>\n

\"Thomians<\/p>\n

Source:-stcobasydney<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Overcoming unfamiliar challenges of the Pandemic and weary from a non-event year in 2020, the OBA committee was enthusiastically raring to \u201cbreak free\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n

Martin Luther King Junior once said,” The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy\u201d.<\/em> True to this revelation, a bunch of young and novice OBA members, infused by those with experience, got down to facing a challenge that was not seen before. They succeeded in the face of uncertainly from a \u2018new normal\u2019, emphasised clearly by Master of Ceremonies veteran Duke Ramachandran from the podium, after his signature opening ritual for a Thomian event of \u2018ringing the College bell\u2019. This set the scene for a much-anticipated exhilarating night that fitted the theme \u201cBreak Free 2021\u201d \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

On arrival, guests in their winter casual best were warmly ushered in to the formalities of the \u2018new normal\u2019 with sanitation, temperature and QR code, conscientiously arranged by the committee in accordance with Covid regulations. Numbers were restricted in keeping with Council regulations, which was the reason for much disappointment for many who were eager to join the event, but missed out. The OBA committee extends a sincere apology to those who expressed their desire to join but had to be denied due to Covid restrictions. \u00a0We look forward to welcoming you in the future. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Thomians<\/p>\n

The hall was arranged tastefully. Elegant table d\u00e9cor, Red and White wine with the compliments of Dimbulla Estate, and tea mocktail from Dilmah Tea, filled the warm and cheerful environment on a cold and windy winter night. The tables were arranged with plenty of space for movement and dancing in front of the stage. Following the formalities, it was Errol Earl opening the night with his fantastic repertoire of music. The reaction was instantaneous with the floor overflowing and some guests exhibiting their dancing skills, others just letting themselves go. Errol entertained throughout the evening with favourites, ballads, pop & rock, with interludes by Sydney\u2019s leading DJ Shanaka sounding his best with baila, retro and local favourites, leading the never-ending dancing, on the dance floor and other conners of the hall, right to the end of the evening\u2026 even the hopper makers were dancing while turning out hoppers to Shanka\u2019s \u2018break free\u2019 music. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Keeping with the theme of \u2018Hopper Night\u2019, another challenge for the organisers was handled with a plan given the natural perception of the \u2018time factor\u2019 that goes into the preparation of this hot item. In the outside foyer area of the hall at practical and efficiently arranged hopper stands, hopper makers served guests table by table to a sumptuous \u2018hopper feed\u2019 including egg hoppers, and all the usual accompaniments. This was followed by Watalappam, ice cream, and chocolate cake. Listening to guests patiently lining up, we heard some saying that waiting in the queue built a good \u201chopper-tite\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Thomians<\/p>\n

A surprise \u2018skit\u2019 was a highlight in the program. Devised scripted and crafted by Chitran \u2018rocket\u2019 Duraisamy, the chat \u2018in the \u00a0Old Thomian Swimming Club\u2019 took us back many decades, drawing memories of battles fought, plots hatched, arguments matched and then when there was no result, take it to the Chapel grounds for the ultimate \u2018do or die\u2019. Kumar Rasa playing the fiddle and Graham Massa edging them on with \u2018toddy\u2019 in his \u2018about to fall sarong\u2019 gave the wrapped audience a delightful \u201cwalk down memory lane\u201d. The \u2018skit\u2019 was followed by the singing of the \u2018College Song\u2019 that always evokes nostalgia of our Alma Mater wherever, whenever, the Blue Black and Blue for ever is sung.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Thomians<\/p>\n

Whilst the adults were doing their thing, for the first time in Thomian events, a \u2018Kids zone\u2019 was organised with Chandaka taking a lead role, putting on his kids shoes to turn the adjoining room into a mini kids carnival with movies, X-box games, treats at every corner and much more, giving the parents a breather to relax and enjoy the thumping of Errol and Shanaka going wild on the stage.<\/span><\/p>\n

An attractive \u2018place card\u2019 during \u201cRaffle\u201d time saw all the guests thoroughly engaged looking out for that elusive \u2018prize\u2019. A well-designed process, planned and executed by Rajeeva, an attractive collection of prizes and an anticipated draw was evident by the keen interest of the punters going through the mysterious lucky six-digit numbers. A luxury getaway holiday, the latest smart TV, and many more attractive prizes were carried away, making it a very special night for some.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Thomians<\/p>\n

Whilst the adults were doing their thing, for the first time in Thomian events, a \u2018Kids zone\u2019 was organised with Chandaka taking a lead role, putting on his kids shoes to turn the adjoining room into a mini kids carnival with movies, X-box games, treats at every corner and much more, giving the parents a breather to relax and enjoy the thumping of Errol and Shanaka going wild on the stage.<\/span><\/p>\n

An attractive \u2018place card\u2019 during \u201cRaffle\u201d time saw all the guests thoroughly engaged looking out for that elusive \u2018prize\u2019. A well-designed process, planned and executed by Rajeeva, an attractive collection of prizes and an anticipated draw was evident by the keen interest of the punters going through the mysterious lucky six-digit numbers. A luxury getaway holiday, the latest smart TV, and many more attractive prizes were carried away, making it a very special night for some.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our sincere \u201cThank you\u201d to our generous Sponsors:<\/span><\/p>\n