2025 Academic Results

Achieving Brisbane Boys’ College’s highest ATAR, Helitha has embraced an impressive range of opportunities since joining BBC, spanning leadership, academics, chess, debating, Amnesty International and music. A deep thinker with a passion for problem-solving, he has thrived in roles that challenge him intellectually while enabling him to give back meaningfully to the College community.

As Chess Co-Captain, Helitha loved the strategy, quick thinking and mental discipline the game requires. He describes chess at BBC as “a great journey,” one filled with teamwork, growth and unforgettable moments, especially leading the team in spirited war cries. His involvement with Amnesty International also expanded his worldview, opening his mind to global issues and human rights.

Looking ahead, Helitha hopes to pursue either engineering or medicine, two fields that combine analytical thinking with helping others. His favourite subject, Specialist Mathematics, challenged him to think critically and step outside his comfort zone, similar to what he enjoys most about chess.

His advice to younger students is simple: take the opportunities when you see them. Even if you don’t end up loving everything you try, he believes each experience teaches you something valuable about yourself.

As he prepares to leave BBC, Helitha says he will miss the brotherhood, the spirit, and the sense of belonging that comes from being part of so many teams. He looks forward to returning as an Old Collegian and giving back to the community that shaped him.

College Vice Captain, Debating Co-Captain and Volleyball Co-Captain, Levi Cunneen has spent the past six years shaping his BBC journey with curiosity, commitment and an unwavering willingness to give everything his full effort. Since starting at the College in Year7, Levi has embraced an extraordinary breadth of academic, cultural and sporting pursuits and excelled across them all.

Levi’s academic achievements reflect a genuine love of learning. Over time, Literature became an unexpected favourite. “I grew to love senior literature, the classroom environment and the way we all supported each other made it something special,” he shares.

Volleyball and debating became two of the defining pillars of his BBC experience. Levi first tried volleyball in Year 7 before switching to rowing, but a friend eventually convinced him to return and that’s when everything clicked. The same happened with debating: what began as a try-it-and-see decision soon became a passion. He went on to lead both programs with dedication and pride.

Next year, Levi plans to study Engineering at the University of Queensland, following an interest that has been consistent throughout his time at BBC.

His advice to younger students is, “Give it your all and be yourself.”

Reflecting on what he will miss most, Levi says it’s the rhythm of College life “all the activities you can do every afternoon, whether it’s training for sport, debating, or playing music with friends.” For Levi, it’s the energy, the variety and the people that made BBC feel like home.

For the past nine years, Christian has thrown himself into every opportunity BBC has to offer. A Prefect, Amnesty Captain, and Cricket Captain, Christian’s time at BBC has been defined by leadership, service and an unwavering commitment to giving his all. 

From Junior School through to Senior, Christian credits his early years at BBC as the foundation of his confidence and success. Starting in Junior School allowed him to build strong friendships, grow academically, and discover his love for sport. Beginning cricket in Year 5, he says, gave him a leg up but more importantly, it gave him community. 

Cricket has always been more than a sport for Christian. It’s something he considers lifelong and “a great sport to build bonds,” he reflects. The same sense of connection drew him to Amnesty International, where meaningful conversations and shared purpose shaped some of his most memorable moments. 

Across his nine years, Christian has amassed an impressive collection of academic, service and sporting achievements, from GPS honours in cricket, cross country and rugby, to academic excellence awards stretching from 2020 to 2025. But for Christian, the   accolades tell only part of the story. What mattered most were the relationships, the teams, the brotherhood, and the BBC community that supported him every step of the way. 

Looking ahead, Christian hopes to study commerce and law at University of Queensland, inspired by family and by the blend of opportunities the degree provides. Sport will always remain constant, with plans to continue playing rugby or cricket alongside his studies at the University of Queensland. 

His advice to younger students is: “Seize the day. Your days at school are numbered, so come to school with the right attitude and throw yourself into anything.” 

Christian’s favourite subject was English and Literature Extension, and as he prepares to step beyond the College gates, he says what he’ll miss most are “the boys, and the community that comes with them.” The sense of belonging at BBC, the brotherhood, is something he’ll carry with him long after graduation. 

For the past six years, College Vice -Captain and Valedictorian Fred Bromell has embraced every corner of BBC life, from the boatshed to Coffee for Cambodia, to the English classroom where his love of language first took shape. Joining BBC in Year 7, Fred quickly discovered that the College was a place where he could try everything, and he made the most of it. 

Across academics, service and sport, Fred has built an outstanding record. From representing BBC in rowing at both state and national levels, to contributing to Water Polo, Tennis, Track and& Field, and Rugby, he has immersed himself fully in the breadth of College life. His service to Coffee for Cambodia became one of the most meaningful elements of his journey. Travelling to Cambodia to visit the village supported by the program was, he says, transformative: “It was gratifying to see the tangible impact our community was making.” 

Fred’s passion for learning runs just as deep. A dedicated student of English, Literature Extension, and Chinese, he loved being in relished the smaller classes where discussion, perspectives, and conversation shaped his understanding of the world. These experiences, alongside the people he shared them with, have been defining. “What I’ll miss the most is the people,” he reflects. 

Next year, Fred hopes to take his love of language and critical thinking into a Bachelor of Laws at the University of Queensland. He’s excited for the path ahead, one informed by years of trying everything, saying yes, and discovering what truly inspires him. 

His advice to younger students echoes his own journey: “Do as much as you can. Try new   things. BBC is such a good place to explore different activities, and it all helps shape who you become.” 

During his five years at BBC, Derwin has embraced every opportunity to challenge himself academically and personally. A naturally technical thinker, he has always been drawn to mathematics, coding and problem-solving, passions that have shaped both his learning and his future pathway.

Derwin plans to move to Sydney next year to study Mathematics and Computer Science at UNSW, a decision that reflects his long-standing interest in analytical thinking and the satisfaction he finds in solving complex problems. He looks forward to continuing this style of critical thinking in his career.

Across his time at the College, Derwin was an active contributor to co-curricular life. He thoroughly enjoyed being part of both the tennis and swimming programs, valuing the friendships, shared goals and strong sense of teamwork these sports offered. Swimming became his favourite, as the bonds formed through early mornings, hard work and mutual support created a tight-knit and motivating environment.

His favourite subject, Specialist Mathematics, offered the challenge he loves most pushing him to think deeper, tackle new concepts and strengthen his problem-solving skills.

Derwin’s advice to younger students is to explore as many co-curricular activities as you can and meet new people. He believes your time at BBC is enriched when you try new things and fully immerse yourself in the community.

As he prepares to graduate, Derwin says he will most miss spending time with his friends, attending sporting events and feeling part of a wider community where everyone supports one another.

Since commencing at BBC in Year 7, Solomon Hawkings has embraced the full breadth of College life, combining academic curiosity with a strong commitment to both innovation and community. Across six years, robotics and cross country became defining pillars of his journey two very different pursuits that shaped his growth in equally meaningful ways.

Cross country was a challenge Solomon welcomed. While he had always enjoyed running, he saw the program at BBC as a step up, pushing him beyond what he thought he could do. What surprised him most was the team aspect of what is often seen as an individual sport the shared effort, encouragement and collective pride that came with representing the College together.

Robotics became Solomon’s standout passion. He loved the competitive, intellectual nature of the program and the opportunity to work with coding, circuits and design in a structured environment. Competing at national and international levels, including travelling to the Netherlands for international championships was a highlight of his time at BBC. Even during the busiest periods of Year 12, robotics was something he always looked forward to.

These experiences played a significant role in shaping Solomon’s future plans. Next year, he will study Engineering at the University of Queensland, with aspirations to work overseas and travel the world as an engineer. Many of the problem-solving skills and foundations for this pathway, he says, were formed through his involvement in robotics.

Another standout for Solomon was French, his favourite subject. He enjoyed the challenge of learning a new language and applying himself in unfamiliar ways. Gaining confidence in speaking French has inspired him to continue developing the language and possibly even learn another in the future.

Beyond robotics and sport, Solomon found meaning in service through Coffee for Cambodia. Travelling to Cambodia in Year 11 and seeing the tangible impact of the program was deeply rewarding, reinforcing the difference students can make when they commit to a cause.

His advice to younger students is to try as many different activities as possible. With so much on offer at BBC, he believes you never know what you’ll enjoy until you give it a go, a mindset that led him to unexpected passions, including volleyball.

As he prepares to leave the College, Solomon says he will miss the culture and brotherhood most of all, the network of students involved in different interests, all united by their care for one another and for the College. No matter the activity, he says, there is always support, spirit and a shared sense of belonging.

Since joining Brisbane Boys’ College, Prefect and Swimming Captain Jaxon Casson has immersed himself in every opportunity that came his way, in the pool, in the classroom, and within the vibrant service and co-curricular life of the College. 

Swimming has been a constant for Jaxon for as long as he can remember. A lifelong love of the water, combined with the mateship found in BBC’s swimming and water polo programs, shaped some of his most memorable experiences. “It’s good to be surrounded by mates, combining passion with community,” he reflects. 

Across his four years at the College, Jaxon has represented BBC at district, regional and state levels in swimming, while also contributing to basketball, water polo, cricket and Amnesty International. His favourite sport, water polo, became a standout not just for the competition but for the time spent with friends and the team spirit that built around it. 

In the classroom, Jaxon discovered a growing love for mathematics, supported by teachers who encouraged and challenged him. This academic confidence is part of what led him toward his next step, studying a Bachelor of Commerce/Law at the University of Queensland. The broadness of the degree, and the doors it opens, strongly appealed to him. 

His advice to younger students is simple and enthusiastic: “Get involved in anything and everything. Go to every event, go to the play, do the sport, join the activity.” It’s a mindset that defined his BBC experience. 

When reflecting on what he’ll miss most, Jaxon doesn’t hesitate, the brotherhood. “All the connections made during my time here everyone looks out for each other.” And as he steps forward, he is excited to carry those friendships and relationships with him. 

After ten years at Brisbane Boys’ College, Debating Co-Captain George Russ looks back with gratitude for the journey that began in Year 3 and unfolded into a decade of learning, leadership and finding his voice. From Junior School service to senior leadership in GPS and QDU debating, George has embraced the full spectrum of BBC life.

Debating quickly became his passion, not just as a competition, but as a craft. He loves the challenge of thinking under pressure, collaborating with others, and shaping ideas  together as a team. These experiences have not only strengthened his confidence but also sparked a clear direction for his future. Next year, George will study Law at the University of Queensland, where he hopes to bring the same curiosity and critical thinking that defined his BBC years.

Beyond debating, George has thrown himself into College life, contributing to tennis, cricket, basketball, music ensembles, service initiatives and more. His favourite subject, Philosophy, stands out as the one that taught him to see the world differently: “It’s so different from every other subject, it teaches you new ways of thinking and viewing things from other perspectives.”

His advice to younger students is: “Take risks. You have time to fail and learn from it, so take every opportunity while you can.” It’s a mindset that has shaped his own experience, one built on curiosity, courage and trying new things.

George says he’ll miss the friendships and the sense of community most of all. After a decade of growing up at BBC, it’s the people and the shared moments that he’ll carry with him.

Since beginning his journey at Brisbane Boys’ College in Year 7, Prefect, Gymnastics Co-Captain, ISCF Captain and Pipe Band Drum Major Jacob Duval has embraced every opportunity to learn, lead and inspire. From gymnastics mats to music halls, and the stage  of international pipe band competitions, Jacob has left a mark across every corner of College life.

Jacob’s achievements include, representing BBC in gymnastics at the national level, leading the ISCF, and performing as Drum Major in the Pipe Band at the European  Championships, World Championships, Nova Scotia Tattoo, and Australian Schools Championships. Yet beyond the awards and accolades, Jacob values the experiences that shaped him: teamwork, discipline, and the joy of participating in something bigger than himself.

He speaks fondly of his time as College Prefect, describing it as an opportunity “to serve, give back to the community, and set an example for future students.” Jacob’s favourite subject, music, has been a highlight of his time at BBC. “Music is something that people can unite over and embracing that shared experience to create something transcendent is very special. The teachers’ passion makes it even more inspiring to learn alongside others.”

Although he excelled in gymnastics, Jacob discovered a new passion in volleyball, a sport he hadn’t considered before starting at BBC. “BBC allowed me to explore activities I hadn’t thought about before. It’s a great testament to how you never know unless you try.”

Looking ahead, Jacob plans to study Engineering and Business at the University of Queensland, motivated by the leadership and teamwork skills cultivated throughout his time at BBC. He hopes to one day guide future students as he was guided.

His advice to younger students is, “Find your own sense of purpose and believe in yourself.” What Jacob will miss most are the friendships, conversations, and the enduring brotherhood that makes BBC unique.

Robotics Co-Captain and accomplished rower, Max Rodman has spent the past six years at BBC exploring challenges, building solutions, and forging strong connections within every community he joined. Since starting at BBC in Year 7, Max has immersed himself in an impressive mix of academic, cultural and sporting pathways, but robotics and rowing became the cornerstones of his journey.

For Max, robotics was more than a co-curricular activity; it was a gateway into the world of engineering. “Robotics teaches you to problem solve and venture into the unknown,” he says. Competing under pressure, working within tight time constraints, and navigating unpredictable challenges taught him quickly how to collaborate, adapt, and support his team. These experiences ultimately guided him toward his next step, studying a Bachelor of Engineering at the University of Queensland, with aspirations to specialise in medical engineering.

Alongside robotics, rowing became Max’s favourite sport and a defining part of his BBC experience. Early mornings, cold starts and tough training sessions forged resilience, but they also built community. “It’s challenging, but that’s the rewarding part. The breakfast together afterward, the mateship, the shared effort that community is something special.”

Max’s favourite subject, Specialist Mathematics, reflects his love of challenge and problem-solving. He credits the support of his teachers for helping him thrive.

His advice to younger students comes from experience: “Get involved in the community, go to every event, every match, and take every opportunity.”

As he prepares for the next chapter, Max knows what he will miss most, the mateship and the unique sense of brotherhood that defines life at BBC.

Since beginning at BBC in Year 7, Lucas Tian has embraced every academic and co-curricular opportunity with curiosity and drive. Fascinated by technology from a young age, he naturally gravitated toward coding, problem-solving and STEM programs throughout his schooling. Interests that have shaped both his achievements and his future direction.

Next year, Lucas plans to move to Sydney to study Advanced Computer Science at UNSW, pursuing the field that has inspired him for as long as he can remember. In the classroom, Physics became a standout subject, particularly the challenge of exploring abstract ideas like quantum mechanics.

Beyond academics, Lucas enjoyed representing the College in Football, valuing the funand camaraderie that came with playing alongside friends.

His advice to younger students is to choose your own path. He believes the most meaningful experiences come from following your passions and interests, allowing them to shape your journey at the College.

As he prepares to leave BBC, Lucas says he will miss the familiar routine of school life and the everyday moments spent with friends.

At BBC, Nate Barnett embraced the College’s opportunities with enthusiasm and an open mind. Volleyball quickly became a defining part of his journey, something completely new that challenged him in exciting ways and encouraged him to step beyond what he thought he knew. Rugby, too, became a space where he could express himself, seeing the sport as a thoughtful, strategic game that let him use both his physical and analytical strengths.

Nate has always been drawn to understanding how the world works. His interest in science deepened after working with a sports psychologist, sparking a fascination with the mind and human performance. This curiosity will take him overseas next year, where he will study for a Bachelor of Science and Economics at the University of Auckland while continuing to play rugby.

In the classroom, Chemistry is his favourite subject, he enjoys exploring everyday processes at a molecular level and learning the reasons behind the world around us. His advice to younger students is simple: be yourself and embrace every opportunity. At BBC, he believes every boy can find something they love, whether in sport, the arts, academics or service.

As he prepares to leave, it’s the people and the sense of belonging he will miss most. BBC, he says, is a place where every student can express themselves, pursue their passions and be part of something bigger.