The St Hilda’s School Old Girls’ Association (OGA) provides a recognised means of communication between past and present students.
About
In 2022, St Hilda’s School proudly celebrated the 100 year anniversary of the Old Girls’ Association.
The St Hilda’s Old Girls’ Association (OGA) provides a recognised means of communication between past and present students and other school support groups; to promote social interaction between Old Girls; and to promote a permanent interest in the life, activities and progress of St Hilda’s School.
At Senior Graduation, all students are automatically offered an OGA membership. The school is supported by an alumni community which is actively involved in mentoring, socialising and supporting the school through fundraising. Membership is free.
To check or update your contact details ensuring you hear about our Old Girls' Association events and activities, and to receive a link to our Spirit Magazine, please contact us by filling in the form below.
Keep up to date on OGA Instagram and Facebook.
Bush to Beach Cookbook
St Hilda's School Bush to Beach 2023 Cookbook is full of recipes, images and recollections from Old Girls life at St Hilda's School. Some of the recipes in this cookbook have been passed down through generations, some are incredibly simple, others more complex. Traditional favourites feature along with dishes that reflect the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the many generations of girls passed through St Hilda's School.
To purchase phone the Uniform Shop on 07 5577 7374.
Spirit Magazine
Spirit Magazine features alumni stories, School news and updates, teacher features and more!
Meet your OGA Committee
President: Nikki Christmas (2004)
Vice President: Giorgia Christmas-Jalili (2001)
Secretary: Joanne Ramsey (1999)
Treasurer: Summer Hodge (1997)
Committee Member: Alana Chesser (2018)
Committee Member: Monique Nickalls (1991)
Committee Member: Georgia Chesser (2020)
President: Nikki Christmas (2004)
After graduating from St Hilda’s in 2004, Nikki began studying Psychology at Griffith University before shifting her focus to Property and Sustainable Development, earning her Bachelor’s degree from Bond University and Kingston University (England) in 2009.
While completing her studies, Nikki gained hands-on experience as an Assistant Development Manager with a local property developer. She then transitioned into town planning consulting, working for an engineering firm where she developed a broad skill set. As the company expanded, Nikki relocated to Brisbane, where she spent six years reconnecting with old friends from St Hilda’s—even sharing a home with some.
Now back on the Gold Coast, Nikki has taken on an exciting role as a Strategic Planner at the City of Gold Coast (Council). With a strong appreciation for the education and opportunities she gained at St Hilda’s—alongside her deep family ties and lifelong friendships from the school—Nikki is honoured and excited to serve as Secretary for the OGA Committee.
Vice President: Giorgia Christmas-Jalili (2001)
After graduating from St Hilda’s in 2001, Giorgia embarked on a Bachelor of Journalism at Griffith University, interning at the Gold Coast Bulletin during her studies.
Giorgia worked as a parliamentary staffer to various Senators in Brisbane and Sydney after graduation, before moving to Canberra to work in the Leader of the Opposition’s Media Unit.
Giorgia went on to work as an adviser to the Prime Minister.
After marrying Damon, Giorgia worked for leading international political consulting firm CT Group, including several federal election campaigns, and relocated home to the sunny Gold Coast to raise their three daughters.
With her eldest starting at St Hilda’s Pre-Prep in 2024, Giorgia is thrilled to serve on the OGA as Vice President.
Secretary: Joanne Ramsey (1999)
Joanne began her educational journey at St Hilda’s, completing Year 10 in 1997 before relocating to Brisbane to further her studies. While there, she pursued her passion for dance, earning a Diploma in Dance and the Advanced Royal Academy of Dance certification at the Queensland Dance School of Excellence. She then achieved her Royal Academy of Dance Teacher qualifications and went on to complete a Bachelor of Education (Primary) at the Queensland University of Technology.
In 2006, Joanne returned to the Gold Coast, where she balanced work in the family business with further studies, earning a Bachelor of Business (Accounting). In 2017, she launched her own business specializing in bookkeeping and NDIS Plan Management, which she successfully ran until selling it in 2023. Now, she is preparing to complete her Bachelor of Counselling and Psychological Sciences in 2025.
Joanne has come full circle, returning to St Hilda’s as a proud parent, with her daughter starting in Pre-Prep in 2024.
Treasurer: Summer Hodge (1997)
Summer Hodge attended St Hilda’s from 1986 until she graduated in 1997. She is a CPA qualified accountant with a degree in Commerce, majoring in Management and Accounting. Summer is a mother of two, with her daughter and son attending St Hilda’s and TSS. Summer splits her time between being a mother, assisting her husband who owns and operates a domestic and commercial plumbing business, and working for a large government entity where she specialises in procurement policy and governance. Summer is also of Aboriginal heritage and is working with St Hilda’s on their Reconciliation Action Plan. Summer is looking forward to contributing towards the successes of the OGA Committee.
Committee Member: Alana Chesser (2018)
Since graduating from St Hilda’s School in 2018 as the School Captain, Alana has completed a Bachelor of Property at Bond University. Alana now works full time in her family’s property development and investment company. Alana is honoured to be the President of the St Hilda’s School Old Girls’ Association, and having been in the role since November 2019 she is so proud of how the association has evolved and she looks forward to contributing toward the OGA’s future success.
Committee Member: Monique Nickalls (1991)
After graduating St Hilda’s in 1991, Monique completed a BSc (hons) at Griffith University, and then worked for a period of years at Griffith University in the Genomic Research Centre. Currently Monique and her husband Justin run their own business here on the Coast, Empire Property Maintenance. They have a daughter in Junior School at St Hilda’s and two sons attending TSS. She is enjoying her time being involved with St Hilda’s again as a parent, and is delighted to now be involved in the OGA.
Committee Member: Georgia Chesser (2020)
Georgia graduated from St Hilda’s School in 2020. Georgia pursued her love of working with children and is now a full-time Nanny on the Gold Coast. Georgia enjoys spending time with her family and friends, going on walks and retail therapy. Georgia is thrilled to be a St Hilda’s Old Girls’ Association Committee Member.