Held at the picturesque Leonda by the Yarra, the 1961 team were reunited over a lunch while MC and Hawthorn great Peter Knights interviewed the likes of ’61 premiership coach John Kennedy Snr, captain Graham Arthur and media personality Graham 'Smokey' Dawson.
A lucky lifelong Hawks supporter Geoff Davidson was also a part of the interviews which saw the speaker share their own stories and special memories from the Hawks' first premiership in 1961.
A wonderful sense of joy filled the dining room as the 1961 premiership players finally received their Premiership Medal in a ceremony presented by Peter Knights and Hawks President Jeff Kennett.
It was a moving tribute to those who set the foundation for the success that Hawthorn Football Club has experienced over the last 50 years.
Gold'n Brown Jubilee - the story of the '61 Hawks is available for purchase at HawksNest Online.
The 1961 premiership team re-live their historical victory.
The 1961 team with their premiership medallions presented by Peter Knights and Jeff Kennett.
