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2009 Sports Tours to Brisbane

In July this year the Boys Hockey and Girls Soccer Teams ventured to the Southern Skies Tournament in Brisbane. This was the culmination of 15 months of fundraising fully supported by the local community. A fantastic time was had by all, the trip to Dreamworld a highlight for many. Five players were named in the tournament teams for fairness, sportsmenship and the quality of there play. The team perfomed extremely well in the cultural concert and behaviour throughout the week was a credit to the students and their parent. A great way to start the holidays - well done to all involved.

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2009 Prime Minister Visit

The Prime Minister Mr John Key visited the school in Early May. This was the second visit following on from Helen Clarkes visit in 2008. Mr Key spoke to the assembly about his childhood and about setting goals in life.

He was welcomed to the school with a fearsome haka which set the tone for the day. he also met with the student leaders and took a tour arround the school (even getting to the canteen!). The students appreciated his manner and genuine interest in what they were doing at the school.

2009 Taiaha Wananga, Hokitika

On the Week of 4- 6 March a Taiaha Wananga was held in Hokitika.Along with Joe Hicks, Cogan Young, Dylan Linder and Connor Moore went to learn Mau Rakau.  These boys have been learning Taiaha and attending Wananga for the past two and a half years. 

The “style” that was learned was a West Coast style called “Karara Kopae A Tuhaitara “.  There were about 30 boys and men who attended. 

The purpose of Wananga is to come together as one whanau and achieve discipline and understanding of each other – which is exactly what happens.

At the end of it all Connor Moore was nominated “Top Warrior” for his show of discipline, strength, aroha and understanding.  He was awarded with a taiaha. 

Kia Ora

2009 Year 9 School Camps

During week 9 all Year 9 students departed for camp in Charleston.  They left around 9:30.  They had great weather and caving was new and a great experience for many of us.  The conditions of Venturer Cave were wet and

cold going at different heights and widths. 

The second day we started the 20km Argyle tramp (5 hours).    During the tramp many people were tripping and falling over but all had a great time.  After such an exhausting but fun day the students headed back to school for a BBQ and

swim. It was a great couple of days for students and teachers