Albany graduate WA’s best all-rounder

A Great Southern graduate is celebrating after taking out the title of Western Australia’s best all-rounder.

North Albany Senior High School graduate Malcolm van Burgel won the Ampol Best All Rounder Award 2023 for Western Australia.

The award recognises students who made an exceptional contribution both in and out of the classroom.

Malcolm was chosen for demonstrating a range of qualities such as leadership, service and community, sport, arts and culture, attitude, and personal conduct.

North Albany Senior High School principal Peter Hurle said Malcolm was an exemplary student.

“As a school that values being your best, respect, responsibility and kindness, Malcolm has embodied our expectations both in the school and in the community,” he said.  

“He deserves the recognition he has received as he has adeptly navigated the delicate balance between academic excellence, competitive sport, and community leadership, all the while remaining a really friendly and well-grounded human being.

“Recognising students like Malcolm is essential not only to celebrate their achievements but also to inspire and motivate others in the school community. It sets a standard of excellence and reinforces the values that underpin our school community.

“Congratulations Malcolm on this well-deserved recognition, and may your example continue to inspire others in the North Albany Senior High School community.”

As part of his recognition, Malcolm won a $2000 cash grant and a $1000 AmpolCash gift card, in addition to a $2000 grant for North Albany Senior High School.