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THE INDEFATIGABLE ROBERT GRIFFIN AWARD 2027
THE ROBERT GRIFFIN AWARD 2027
The IOBA can help our less fortunate members, so that they are able to attend future Reunions!!
In memory of, the above assistance is known as ‘The Indefatigable Robert Griffin Award’.
As some people will remember, Robert Griffin 1974/76 was an inspirational Petty Officer & Drum Major, let’s pause and think about a great guy who gave his life for the defense of his country, the best spirit of the Indefatigable, RIP school friend and Brave Royal Marine.
Robert sadly lost his life during the closing days of the Falklands War in 1982 (age 22).
Foxtrot 4 – The Forgotten Falklands Wreck
THE AWARD FOR 2027 is now open for applications
Guide on the parameters and criteria to be applied for 2027;
Applicant to be decided by the serving IOBA committee.
Maximum Award to be £300. Nominees will be asked to submit an approximate overall costing to justify.
To include; UK Travel expenses / Accommodation / Reunion Dinner & Bar.
The Committee have set the following guidelines;
1) £300 max.
2) Must be a fully paid up member of the IOBA.
3) Not previously been to an AGM under the terms of this proposal.
4) Committee to decide on the IOBA Member to attend (along with a second choice in case the offer is declined).
5) Less Fortunate Members Representative to coordinate.
The IOBA can help members, but I must stress at this point, your ‘application will be decided by the serving IOBA committee’.
If you would like to take up the offer, please write/email to:
THE ROBERT GRIFFIN AWARD Representative:
Wayne Houston 89/92 / Chairman.
Mob: 07900817217
If you would like to make a donation, large or small, to the IOBA, you can do so via the below LINK… , thank you.
Link: DONATION PAGE | Indefatigable OBA
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IOBA Committee Elections UPDATED: 2026 – 2029.
IOBA Committee Elections UPDATED: 2026 – 2029.
Being part of the Indefatigable Old Boys Association Committee is a great way to get more involved by keeping our HERITAGE alive, helping shape the direction of the IOBA and contribute to improving the association for others, so please seriously consider this.
In accordance with the IOBA Constitution the following Committee roles are up for re-election at the 2026 Annual General Meeting, date confirmed as Saturday the 6th June 2026. The roles are voluntary, open to full members of the IOBA and held for 3 years (2026 -2029).
04/07/2026 > There is currently ONE (1) VACANT role, as follows;
All Areas The IOBA Funeral Coordinator position vacant.
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06/06/2027> Also the below roles will be for renewal;
2023 – 2027 General Secretary: Joss Barnes 91/95.
2017 – 2027 Merchandise: Ian Parr 1974/75 & Deborah Parr – Family Member
If you are interested in any of the roles and want to know more about the responsibilities then please speak to the current incumbents or the Chairman.
Contact details for the IOBA Committee can be found on our web page https://www.ts-indefatigable-oba.org/contact-us/
If you wish to put your name forward for any of the vacant roles then please send your full name, Indefatigable number and years attended and which position you are interested in, to IOBA General Secretary at indefatigable.oba@gmail.com
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If you are not currently a member of the IOBA are thinking of joining then please visit our web site which has details of how to subscribe. The 2024 AGM reinstated the annual fee for membership which is just £15 per year (£10 OAP +65yrs), this goes towards the running of the IOBA which includes helping ex Inde boys, holding an annual reunion at JSMTC Indefatigable (old School) and various charity work. IOBA MEMBERSHIPS are requested JANUARY to JANUARY.
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IOBA President & Committee terms (in order of change date);
For our personal contacts, please click here COMMITTEE | Indefatigable OBA
2026 – 2027 General Secretary: Joss Barns 1991/95.
2017 – 2027 Merchandise: Ian Parr 1974/75 & Deborah Parr – Family Member
2025 – 2028 Chairman: Wayne Houston 1989/92.
2026 – 2029 Treasurer & Membership Secretary: George Brown 1991/94.
2026 – 2029 Newsletter Editor: Shellie Houston – Family Member.
2026 – 2029 Vice Chairman: Adam Meacham 1979/81.
2026 – 2029 Social Secretary: Jeanette Sefton – Family Member.
No Date – Honorary President: Sir Michael Bibby, Bt (M.D. Bibby Line Group).
No Date – Web Master : Owen Sutton 1991/95.
No Date – The Robert Griffin Representative: Wayne Houston 1989/92. (Chairman’s role).
No Date – Northern Regions Standard Bearer: Marc Hardman 1961.
No Date – Northern Regions Standard Bearer: John Aspinall 1959/60.
No Date – Southern Regions Standard Bearer: George Brown 1991/94.
No Date – All Areas IOBA Funeral Coordinator: Position Vacant.
No Date – Archives Secretary (records & assets): Steve Humphries 1975/76.
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