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OLLEGIAN
THE WELLINGTON COLLEGE COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER • December, 2014 • No. 129
From the Headmaster
Bernard Cyril Freyberg VC, Lieutenant General Lord Freyberg of
Wellington, New Zealand, and Munstead in the county of Surrey,
is unquestionably Wellington College’s most famous son.
A portrait of Freyberg, painted by Peter
WWII, Freyberg commanded the New Zealand
McIntyre, hangs in my office. As we remember
Expeditionary Force in Crete, Greece, Italy and
the outbreak of WWI a hundred years ago, and
North Africa. After the defeat of Hitler in 1945,
anticipate the commemorations of the Gallipoli
Freyberg was appointed Governor General of
landings, it is appropriate that we should think of
New Zealand in 1946, and returned to live at
Freyberg’s legacy, as well as that of the hundreds
Government House right next to his old school
of Old Boys who went to war. For 223 never
which he had left forty years previously. Old Boys
returned and are remembered on the brass
of that period still speak with pride at lining the
plaque at the back of our assembly hall.
Wellington College drive as they welcomed home
the man who was one of them.
Freyberg was a remarkable soldier, displaying
courage and leadership throughout his eventful
As we remember Freyberg, it is always salutary
One of the verses inscribed in the beautiful
life. The first of the four DSO’s he received was
to think also of the young Old Boys who did not
memorial window at College says their name
for the legendary two-mile swim he undertook
return, but were killed in battle for ‘King and
liveth for evermore. In Laurence Binyon’s
in freezing water off the Turkish coast, when he
Country’. One hundred years later, it is difficult
haunting words
attempted to create a diversion by setting off
for us to comprehend how willingly so many gave
flares in three separate landings. Subsequently,
their lives in defence of the British Empire. We
as we that are left grow old:
Freyberg was made the youngest general in
simply live in a different age when loyalties and
Age shall not weary them,
the British army, serving on the Western Front
priorities have changed. Nevertheless, as we
where he received the Victoria Cross and two
recall the horrors of a war which claimed the lives
more DSO’s, making him one of the most
of nearly 10,000,000 people, it is appropriate
highly decorated British Empire Officers of
that Wellington College should honour those
WWI. Twenty one years later, with the onset of
young men who are ‘forever young’.
WELLINGTON COLLEGE: START OF TERM ONE, 2015 PROGRAMME
Monday, 26 January
Y12 and Y13 students report at 10.00am
Tuesday, 27 January
Y10 and Y11 students report at 9.00am
Y9 Powhiri and Welcome at 11.00am
Wednesday, 28 January
Y9 students only
Thursday, 29 January
Y9 students only
Friday, 30 January
ALL students report at 8.50am - Normal Timetable [Day One]
The Uniform Shop will be open from Monday, 26 January between 9.00am and 5.00pm. Tuesday
to Friday, the hours are 10.00am to 2.00pm. Please telephone 802 2543 for appointments.
THE COLLEGE’S OFFICE REOPENS AT 9.00AM ON MONDAY, 12 JANUARY.1
They shall grow not old,
nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
Roger Moses, ONZM. Headmaster
WELLINGTON COLLEGE
PO Box 16073 , Wellington, 6242
Tel: 04 802 2520
Fax: 04 802 2542
Email: info@wc.school.nz
Web: www.wc.school.nz
From the Board of Trustees
s the school year heads to a close or is
A
progress of the College under the leadership
Firth Hall will begin and we will need to make a
closed for many, it is worth reflecting on
of an exceptional Headmaster. The report also
call on the scope of the Performing Arts Centre/
the year just gone and the year to come.
highlighted the quality of leadership and teaching
Memorial Hall by around April.
For the Board, there has been ongoing focus
throughout the school. Thanks to Roger and the
on property matters, financial position,
entire College team for their commitment and
On behalf of the Board I would like to thank all
the investment in IT and most importantly
enthusiasm. We cannot assume there is no room
the parents, caregivers and friends of Wellington
understanding the strategies that will
for improvement – there always is.
College for helping make the College what it is.
We would also like to wish you all a safe and
continually improve the quality of the College
experience for our students.
Looking into the new year, the areas of focus won’t
relaxing break over the holiday period.
change much for us. The drainage of the No 1 field
The ERO report was a great endorsement of
is being worked on, earthquake strengthening of
Peter Schuyt, Chair
The Wellington College Uniform Policy
H
istorically the Wellington College uniform has been a distinctive
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feature of the College, readily identifiable throughout the city.
Therefore, students are expected to take a pride in the presentation of
WELLINGTON COLLEGE SENIOR/DRESS UNIFORM
• Black Wellington College jersey or College blazer.
• White shirt, buttoned at the neck, with the College tie. Sleeves are to
buttoned at the cuff.
• The Wellington College tie. The only exceptions to this tie are
a)
the Scholar’s tie and
b)
first team ties during inter-school fixtures.
• Wellington College grey long trousers neatly pressed. Tapered
trousers are not permitted.
• Plain black ankle socks.
• Black leather shoes, polished to a shine. No suede, sports or casual
shoes.
the uniform in keeping with the highest traditions of the College, and as a
reflection of the standards of excellence stated in the Charter.
College uniform is not dictated by fashion, thereby avoiding unnecessary
peer pressure. Students are expected to avoid any extremes in personal
presentation or adornment that might be incompatible with the College
uniform. This includes extremes of hairstyle. If in doubt, consult the
Headmaster.
The school uniform should always be worn:
• At College and travelling between home and school.
• As players at inter-school matches. (Senior teams will wear Dress
Uniform to and from Saturday fixtures).
• At College functions away from the school.
• Students are expected to be clean-shaven. Any exceptions on
religious or health grounds should be discussed with the Headmaster.
If in doubt, consult the Headmaster.
• If any part of the uniform cannot be worn correctly, a note explaining
the matter should be given to a member of Senior Management.
Replacement uniform may be issued on the day concerned. Students
will be checked regularly for correct and full uniform.
UNIFORM FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN YEARS 9 and 10
• Black Wellington College PE shirt, black Wellington College athletic
shorts, white sports socks, and a pair of athletic shoes – all of which
must be clearly named.
All uniform items are available from the Uniform Shop.
NOT PERMITTED TO BE WORN
• Jewellery, necklaces, rings, sunglasses, bracelets, or any form of makeup.
• Jandals, casual shoes, buckled or suede shoes.
• Students who wear an earring must replace it while in uniform with
a small, non-decorative stud. Any other visible jewellery or piercings
are not permitted. Multiple studs are not permitted.
• T-shirts are not to be visible.
There are three types of College dress described in detail below. They
are to be worn complete, in accordance with the directions set down
below. All uniform items must be clearly named.
WELLINGTON COLLEGE SCHOOL UNIFORM
• The Wellington College grey shirt (no T-shirts or singlets are to be
showing beneath the grey shirt). If a jersey is not worn, sleeves are
to be rolled up or neatly buttoned at the cuff. Top button only may
be undone. The shirt is to be long enough to be kept tucked in at all
times.
• Plain leather or plastic belt (black only). Fancy buckles are not
permitted.
• Grey shorts, Wellington College regulation pattern.
• The Wellington College black socks with garters to hold socks for the
full length to the knee.
• Black laced leather shoes or leather slip-ons, polished to a shine. No
suede or sports shoes.
• For years 9 to 11, the Wellington College jersey is plain grey with
College colours. The black Wellington College Senior jersey may only
be worn by Year 12 and Year 13 students.
During terms 1 and 4, plain brown sandals with a back strap may be
worn in place of black shoes and socks.
ACCESSORIES
• Only a plain black waterproof jacket or puffer jacket with full length
sleeves may be worn. The only insignia permitted is the name of the
manufacturer. Approved jackets may be purchased from the uniform
shop. Jackets are not to be worn in class or assembly.
• The Wellington College tracksuit is for sports use only. No part of it
may be worn as part of the regular uniform. The tracksuit may be
worn home but not in combination with the regular uniform.
• Hoodies are not part of the Wellington College uniform and are not
permitted.
• Only a regulation Wellington College scarf may be worn.
• The only hat to be worn is the regulation style hat (for sun protection)
which features The College monogram. This hat may be worn in
Terms 1 and 4. The wearing of caps or beanies with the Wellington
College uniform is not permitted.
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Obituary:
George Samuel Kerr
28 August 1999 - 30 October 2014
G
eorge entered Wellington College as a Year 9 student on 28
From the
Head Prefect
T
here’s two ways to
approach Term Four,
especially if you’re
leaving, in fact only if
January 2013, coming to us from Scots College and was a
you’re leaving. The first
member of 9SN along with 30 other boys. As a Year 10 student,
approach: is to realise
George was placed in 10EM which was a group of very supportive
there’s a horrifically short
and caring boys. Early in 2013, George was diagnosed with a brain
amount of time to go
tumour. Undaunted by this, George had a passion for life and
before your first exam and
impacted the lives of all those with whom he came in contact. Along
so study. The second approach is to enjoy the
with his fellow 9SN Form Class members, he participated in the
last few weeks of your schooling career. Many
annual College World Vision Runathon.
might ask, can’t you do both? While many of
us tried to strike the perfect balance, it was, as
Upon hearing the news of George’s diagnosis, Wellington College students rallied strongly and held
we tried to convince ourselves, time to reflect
a collection in the school and raised $3215.12 for George. With this, an iPad was purchased and
and enjoy. While many could call the second
George was thrilled to use it regularly when he was away in Auckland receiving treatment for his
approach academic indifference or something
condition. Coll boys also signed a massive card and sent messages of support, and the comments
to that end, we preferred not to. The frequency
showed a strong empathy and compassion for George. Also, the Form Teacher of 9SN, Ms Jane
of lunches and various other end of year wrap
Sun organised boys to make 1000 origami cranes in their own time as a symbol of hope and best
- ups provided us with excellent excuses not to
wishes for George and once completed and presented, these adorned the Kerr household.
follow the first approach. Also, there’s plenty
of time to study, right? It was with this youthful
George had surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy mainly at Starship Hospital in Auckland and
exuberance that we all became avid supporters
attended College when he was not too sick from his treatment. He always gave of his best when
of the second approach.
contributing in the classroom and with his assignments. He readily won the respect of others
during these times. In Term 3, 2013, George won a trophy for Mathletics, having obtained the
Perhaps I’m over exaggerating. To the credit of
highest score within the Year 9 cohort in 2013 and that score has yet to be eclipsed. At the Junior
the teachers, we managed to prepare well for the
Prize-giving in December 2013, George was the worthy recipient of the Headmaster’s Special Prize,
exams. There was a relaxed yet simultaneously
in recognition of the courage and determination that he had faced during the year.
tense environment in the classes. The weather,
from what I remember, also played its part.
Ms Andrea Shaw as his Year 9 Dean in 2013 testifies to the influence that George had on others,
While we may not have been a ‘superstar’ year
with his quiet and unassuming presence which provoked deep thoughts and emotions for those
group, it’s the supportive and down-to-earth
around him. He taught us all to appreciate what we have and to fight for what we want to achieve,
tone of the Class of 2014 that will stay with me
even when things get difficult and the going gets tough, she says. He brought out the best in the
longer than any label afforded to us.
compassionate young men around him and helped me to focus on what is really important in life
and not on the trivia. I am privileged to have experienced the incredible bond in the Kerr family
To those who have the downright privilege of
and know that this will help them in this difficult time of their lives. George you have been an
attending Wellington College in 2015 I have one
inspiration to me and I will use your memory to shape the decisions I make in my life and to help
message: Don’t feel as though you need to live
encourage and influence the young men who follow you at Wellington College.
up to anything or anyone. You are so fortunate
to be able to attend a school like ours and so
George died on 30 October, 2014 and his funeral was held at St Barnabas Church in Roseneath on
make the most of it. Make sure you get involved
6 November where friends, family, fellow students and staff representatives of Wellington College
in something new – you never know you just
gathered to farewell George. In his address on this occasion, Roger Moses as Headmaster testified
might find a new passion.
to the significant contribution and influence that George had made on all those in the short time
that he had at Wellington College.
Finally, I would like to encourage the class of
2014 to stay in touch with each other. Please
George had a passion for life, getting involved and achieving successfully, as well as being a
make the most of the efforts that the WCOBA
talented sportsperson. We thank Michael and Philippa, his parents and his two sisters, Emma and
put into keeping us brothers connected and
Grace for the privilege that it has been to know the family over these past two years in their close
informed.
association with Wellington College.
Nga Mihi Nui,
All the College community joins together in extending their heartfelt sympathy to the Kerr family.
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Jack Trevella
Wellington College’s Coastal Clean Up
ellington College students carried out a coastal clean-up recently.
W
In total, almost 1000 litres of rubbish, weighing 125kg was collected. Much
The event was inspired by ‘Sustainable Coastlines’, an organisation
of this consisted of plastic materials. Intriguing aspects included a message
that gets communities together to look after our coasts. Sustainable
in a bottle requesting ‘advice and friendship’ washed up at Evans Bay and
Coastlines was started up a few years ago by 2013 Young NZer of the Year
a spontaneous delivery of a box of locally made soft drink ‘Good Buzz’ by a
and Old Boy, Sam Judd. They have been highly successful and now operate
passing motorist who saw what we were doing and donated the drinks.
all over New Zealand.
Staff and students alike agreed that the event was well worth while and
On Friday, 24 November, 26 students and four staff split into two groups
rewarding on a number of different levels. We hope to repeat this exercise,
and between them, covered the Evans Bay shoreline and Waitangi Park.
with an aim of once per term, in the future.
The original plan to tackle the area north of the Interislander terminal was
scuppered on this occasion due to access difficulties.
Phil Kendon, Assistant HoD, Science
Te Awe Māori Business Network
and Wellington College
T
he Te Awe Māori Business Network runs a development and mentoring
programme for Māori students. Wellington College was fortunate to
be part of this programme in 2014 and nearly 20 of our Māori students
benefited from a personal mentor from the business and management
world. Te Awe also ran hui to ensure that the students’ whanau could
support the boys to achieve their career aspirations.
After a very successful year, the students and their whanau attended
an end-of-year celebration on 23 October at the Wharewaka. It was
Rahuikura Eruera receives his Te Awe Young Champions certificate from his
an excellent evening and a chance to acknowledge the efforts of all the
Mentor, Horiana Irwin-Easthope from Kahui Legal and the Te Awe Board
mentors, the students and Te Awe themselves. Wellington College looks
Chairperson, Dr Kathie Irwin.
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forward to continuing their association with Te Awe in 2015 and beyond.
Henry recognised for
student service
H
enry Shin has been outstanding with his
region on several United Nations Youth forums.
service to the community - helping hundreds
of international students enjoy their time in
Wellington during their secondary school years.
In 2015, Henry is planning a gap year to run
his business D'versity, started from the Young
Enterprise Scheme. This will be prior to
The Wellington College Prefect organised
attending university.
events including a quiz, a two-day food festival,
sports tournaments, and a cultural assembly on
Chief Executive of Grow Wellington, Gerard
behalf of the school's International Students’
Quinn says international students made an
Association - which he led this year.
important contribution to the region's economy.
It's important to acknowledge people like Henry,
Henry's service to the Wellington community was
who are committed to making international
recognised with a carved rimu koru, presented
students feel welcome and to promoting our
by Wellington City Mayor Celia Wade-Brown. The
region as a great place to study, he says.
presentation was at a special ceremony in Mayor
Wade-Brown's chambers earlier this month.
The carving was provided by Grow Wellington.
PHOTO: Henry Shin, with Mayor Celia Wade-
Originally from South Korea, Henry moved to
Brown and Grow Wellington's Brook Pannell.
Wellington in 2009; and has also represented the
The Independent Herald.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS'
HOMESTAY HOSTS REQUIRED
We are looking for caring families to
provide a warm Kiwi experience in
The Collegian is posted to all parents/
caregivers three times per year and
emailed on other occasions.
If there is another parent/caregiver who
wishes to receive a copy, please email
s.kane@wc.school.nz
hosting International Students attending
Wellington College in the 2015 academic
year.
Please contact Kathi Scott on 802 2561 or
021 717 449 or k.scott@wc.school.nz for
further details.
KEEPING YOUR CONTACT
DETAILS UP-TO-DATE.
A REMINDER TO ALL FAMILIES
Please remember to advise the College if
you move home or change your email or
phone number. It is essential we have your
current and correct contact details in the
event of an emergency.
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WELLINGTON COLLEGE
TERM ONE 2015 CALENDAR
JANUARY
PLEASE REFER TO PAGE ONE FOR
THE START OF YEAR FORMALITIES
FEBRUARY
2 Day 2: Normal Timetable from 8.50am
4 Music Department Welcome Evening
5 Athletics Sports Day (1)
6 Waitangi Day [School Closed]
10 TAB Welcome Fono
11 Y9 Parents’ and new Parents’ Lunch
Athletics Sports Day (2)
12
Afio Mai Night
Board of Trustees Meeting @ 6.00pm
Class and Individual Photos
16
NZ Blood Service Donation Day
Y12 PE Tramp (1) to 18th
Rugby Club AGM @ 5.30pm
17
Swimming Preliminaries
Annual V PNBHS (H)
Basketball Club AGM
18
L2 Biology Field Trip (1)
Y12 PE Tramp (2) to 20th
19 TAB Achievers’ Camp to 21st
23 Annual v Napier BHS (H)
24 Swimming Finals
25 Goal Setting Day
MARCH
2 Parents’ Association AGM @ 7.00pm
3 McEvedy Athletics Sports Day
4 Geography Field Trip to Tongariro
L2 Biology Field Trip (2)
5
Y11 Economics Business Challenge to 6th
9 Tennis Quadrangular (H) to 10th
10 L2 Geography Field Trip
13 World Vision 40 Hour Runathon to 14th
15 Annual v Wanganui Collegiate (A) to 16th
CSW Athletics Champs
18
L3 Geography Field Trip
Parents’ Forum: Life After Wellington
19
College @ 7.00pm in Girvan Library
23 Summer Sports Tournament Week
27 WCOBA Class of 1965 Reunion
Extracurricular Summer Photos
30 Board of Trustees Meeting @ 6.00pm
Parents’ Association Committee Meeting
Y9 Parent Teacher Interviews
31
Sheilah Winn Shakespeare to 2nd April
APRIL
Y9 Cross-Country Champs
Tauranga Jazz Festival
2
Y11-Y13 Reports Issued
End of Term One
3 Good Friday
4 French Tour departs and away to 2 May
20 Term Two starts at 8.50am: Day 3
27 ANZAC Day Holiday [School Closed]
From the WCOBA
T
he WCOBA has been out and about in 2014, hosting a number of
functions and reunions for our alumni. It’s always a pleasure to meet so
many of our Old Boys and share recent successes of their old school.
Our recently published WCOBA Magazine, The Lampstand has just been
posted out to around 10,000 Old Boys including our most recent alumni
- the Class of 2014. If you, as a parent are also an Old Boy and haven’t
Lampstand
received your issue, please get in touch with the WCOBA Office and we will send you a copy.
The
We welcomed a further 300 Old Boys to the Association in conjunction with the Class of 2014 Leavers’ Lunch [pictured
above], held at the end of October. It was a great occasion, and included a number of anecdotes from students recounting
their time at the College. Our guest speaker was Old Boy and HELL Pizza co-founder, Stu McMullin. Stu recounted his days
at Wellington College and his subsequent rise, fall and rise again in establishing HELL and the perseverance that both he
and fellow Old Boy and founder, Callum Davies faced to build a business that is now one of the largest Pizza companies in
New Zealand.
OCTOBER
2014
No. 24
Stephanie Kane • WCOBA Executive Officer • oldboys@wc.school.nz
THE ANNUAL MAGAZINE OF THE WELLINGTON COLLEGE OLD BOYS’ ASSOCIATION
PO Box 16073, Wellington, NZ 6242 • Tel: 04 802 2537 • Fax: 04 802 2542 • Email: oldboys@wc.school.nz
1 | The Lampstand • 2014
From the Development Office
PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE AND MEMORIAL HALL
College crest on the front and a back label featuring the Memorial Window.
Y
ou may have seen a recent article in The Dominion Post and therefore
The wine was intended to highlight the celebration of the coming 150th and
will know that the College presented to the Wellington City Council a
will store perfectly over the next five to ten years.
proposal that they join the College as partners in this exciting project.
All orders and administration are being handled by Te Mata, so all you have
The partnership over the Sir Ron Brierley Artificial Turf has been very
to do to secure your order is to ring the winery on 0800 836 282 or email
successful and the suggestion is an association along the same model,
shop@temata.co.nz
especially as it is hoped the new building will be used not only by
COLLEGE PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION
Wellington College students but also groups throughout Wellington.
Recently I held a thank you morning tea for the College Parents who have
helped us greatly in a number of ways throughout a busy year. Special
The Council will be giving the College a response before April 2015. In that
thanks to President, Christine Young and this large band of parents who so
month, the BOT will be making a decision as to the size and capacity of
generously and enthusiastically give of their time.
the eventual building, the construction of which is projected to begin in
December 2015. This process will take 12 to 14 months so the new building
I continue to work closely with the College Parents Fundraising Committee
will be used early in 2017 and be ready as a focal point for the 150th
and this close liaison has brought some great dividends, especially if we
celebrations later that year.
consider such happy events as the John Campbell evening.
MEMORIAL WINDOW RELOCATION PROJECT
FUNDRAISING IN 2015
This is progressing in a very encouraging manner, and I commend this
Firth Hall is being earthquake-strengthened next year which naturally will
project to all College families, past and present, as a wonderful way to have
put some pressure on the use of this key facility and the Brierley Theatre.
your name and years at the College remembered for posterity in the new
We have decided that there will be only one school fund-raiser in 2015 and
Performing Arts Centre and Memorial Hall.
are hoping to stage a Celebrity debate, our talented Premier A Debaters
pitting their skills against a team of very well known personalities. More
Our stated aim is to have all the panes sold by the time the building is
about this in the New Year!
completed. There is still a good opportunity to secure your pane, so
please do so by contacting me on 802 7608 or by emailing at t.robinson@
The Development Office has had an action-filled year with several
wc.school.nz
significant projects which will come to fruition in the near future.
TE MATA WINERY ‘VINTAGE150’
We recently had a very successful formal launch of this wine at the
Special thanks to all who have provided invaluable assistance and a very
Wellington Club with John Buck, a proud Old Boy and Director of Te Mata
happy Christmas to all the Wellington College community
Winery talking about this special vintage and what it offers.
Tony Robinson, Development Manager
The Chardonnay and the Cabernet Merlot are beautifully labelled with the
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WELLINGTON COLLEGE
BLACK & GOLD AWARDS 2014
Congratulations to our Winners
Junior Arts Award
for the Year
Andy Dowell
Junior Sportsman
of the Year
Naitoa Ah Kuoi
Senior Arts Award
for the Year
Sandy McLachlan
Joint Arts Group of the Year: The Jazz Band
Senior Sportsman
of the Year
Daniel Harris
Joint Arts Group of the Year: Riverside Drive
College
Mothers’ Award
for contribution
in the Arts and
in Sport
Sports Team of the Year: 1st XI Hockey
Matthew Clay
Staff Award for
Contribution to
the Arts
Staff Award for
Contribution to
Sports
Stephanie
Meronek
Neville
Paul
Award photos courtesy of Simon Woolf Photography
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Wellington College Arts
DRAMA AND DEBATING AWARDS
T
he top Drama and Debating Awards were
•
Best Inhouse Coach:
Ben Barry Walsh (Y12)
made at a recent assembly to students who
have given outstanding service to Debating
and Drama and performed at a very high level:
DEBATING
The Wallbridge Cup for
Jack Trevella
Debating and Public
Speaking
The Headmaster’s Cup
Alex Wierzbicki
for Debating
The Sir Paul Reeves Cup
Sandy McLachlan
for Debating
DRAMA
The Wellington College
Jazz Kane for his
Senior Production
initiative and drive in
Award
his role as the student
Musical Director of
Riverside Drive
Bernard Nunns
The McLean Cup for
significant contribution
to the major production
The Lendrum Cup for
Remy Armitage
Dramatic Achievement
The Richard Campion
Jack Trevella
Award for Outstanding
Performance
YEAR 9 DRAMA FESTIVAL
All Y9 students ended their first year at
Wellington College strongly with the fun
and creativity of the Y9 Drama Festival. The
enthusiasm and commitment to the whole
process was remarkable in the year group and
the talent that emerged, both on stage and
behind the scenes was exceptional. Once again,
we used the Shakespeare formula and produced
eleven versions of the Bard’s masterpieces which
kept the year group focussed over the two weeks
of preparation and then entertained us for the
two mornings of performances. The plays not
only conveyed the important narrative but also
cleverly incorporated dance, haka, slapstick
comedy, rapping, stage fighting and live music.
Titles this year included, Julius Caesar – what
really happened to Richie McAwesome, Anthony
and Cleopatra redux – two worlds collide, Rasta
and Jahrliet and T.I.T.U.S Andronicus.
DEBATING
English teachers were supported in their
The Debating and Public Speaking end-of-year
direction of each production by tutors - recent
Luncheon was held recently, and although this
graduates from Toi Whakaari, Victoria University
has not been a year when our top Interschool
and three recent Old Boys (Chris Smol, Oscar
teams have won competitions, a great number
Shaw and Barnaby McIntosh). Joseph Bennett,
of students have participated. A development
another recent Old Boy, ran the tech for us in the
in confidence and the ability to structure an
Lighting and Sound Box.
argument and a rebut case have all developed
significantly over the course of the year. The
With help from the Music Department, a number
maturity of these skills has been very evident in
of the performances contained live, and in some
both Junior and Senior Inhouse Competitions.
cases original music and the Art Department
assisted in the production of masks and props
Thanks must go to Sandy McLachlan and
and the design for posters and backdrops.
Alex Wierzbicki for organising the Inhouse
competition. They have really challenged the
2015 Head Prefect, George Barton and another
teams with demanding moots, and the debaters
2015 Prefect heavily involved in the Arts, Jack
have risen to the occasion.
Roberts, took on the difficult task of judging
BEST DEATH SCENE
Dawood Ahmed
9LR
as Jahrliet
BEST ONE-LINER
A Macbeth witch with 9MH
my ebola’s acting up
again
BEST USE OF A CHORUS
The Fairies
9KC
Romeo and
Juliet
Macbeth
A Midsummer
Nights’ Dream
BEST DANCE SEQUENCE
Choreographed and
9AD
T.I.T.U.S
led by Zander Beard
Andronicus
THE STEP-UP AWARD
9BH
Anthony and
George Knight, who
stood in for an unwell
Cleopatra
Anthony with no prior
warning
BEST POSTER
Designed by Oliverio
9TH Julius Caesar –
Burton Ramos
Star Wars
BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS
Edward Twomey
9BJ
Twelfth Night
as Olivia
BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR
Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones
9BH
Anthony and
as Lepidus
Cleopatra
THE OSCAR FOR THE MOST OUTSTANDING
MUSICAL CONTRIBUTION
Harry Crawford
9BJ
Twelfth Night
THE OSCAR FOR THE MOST OUTSTANDING
TECHNICAL CONTRIBUTION
Sagar Solanky
9BH
Anthony and
Cleopatra
THE OSCAR FOR THE BEST ACTRESS
Cameron Li
9MH
Macbeth
as Lady Macbeth
THE OSCAR FOR THE BEST ACTOR
Adam Smith
9BH
Anthony and
as Octavius
Cleopatra
BEST CLASS PERFORMANCE
Macbeth
9MH
ENTERTAINMENT BOOK
the performances. Some of the awards are
The Inhouse Debating prize winners were as
mentioned below, but as we were reminded in
follows:
the students’ feedback, the winning of awards
•
Junior Inhouse Debating Champions:
was not the most important thing about the
Listen to Oscar (Y10)
festival. As some students commented:
•
Senior Inhouse Debating Champions: • It felt great as everyone had an important role
Mahdi’s Team (Y12)
and gave credit to each other.
•
Best Junior Inhouse Debater: • It was so different from a normal school day,
shared between Oscar Robinson and giving a sense of surprise and wonder.
Sam Walker (Y10)
• It was fun watching other students creativity
•
Best Senior Inhouse Debater: come to life on the stage in front of all of us.
Remy Armitage (Y11)
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Is your son heading off to Otago, Canterbury,
Auckland, Waikato, Massey (Palmerston North)
University in 2015? Want to give him a great
Christmas present? How about an Entertainment
book for deals on meals and all sorts of activities.
See the front page of MyColl to purchase these.
Profits go to the extra-curricular Arts programme.
Kirsty Hazledine, Arts Director
k.hazledine@wc.school.nz
Arts’
Gallery
for
Term
Four
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Senior School Drama Awards:
(L) Jack Trevella and (R) Remy
Armitage
2 Senior School Debating
Awards: (L-R): Jack Trevella,
Alex Wierzbicki and Sandy
McLachlan
3 Junior Inhouse winners: Listen
to Oscar with coach Tim
Rutherford
4 Senior Inhouse winners:
Mahdi’s Team
5 Remy Armitage:
Best Senior Inhouse Debater
6 Oscar Robinson
Best Junior Inhouse Debater
7 Ben Barry Walsh
Best Inhouse Coach
8 Sam Walker
Best Junior Inhouse Debater
9 9MH Macbeth
Best Performance
10 Winning Poster 9TH:
Julius Caesar by Oliverio
Burton Ramos
11 Adam Smith, 9BH: Best Actor
as Octavius in Anthony and
Cleopatra
12 Cameron Li, 9MH: Best
Actress as Lady Macbeth in
Macbeth
Additional photos from the Y9
Drama Festival will be in the 2014
Wellingtonian and also on-line
under the Arts Department.
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Wellington College Sports
DOMINION POST COLLEGE SPORT
U16 New Zealand Hawks
WELLINGTON SPORTS AWARDS
player and current student,
S
chools from throughout the region nominate
James Watkins, coached the
their elite sportsmen and women for
Wellington College team.
these awards which are adjudicated by the
respective local or national sporting body.
FUTSAL
30 of our students were nominated for these
This sport continues to grow
awards, 19 made the finals of their respective
with 22 Wellington College
codes and seven won. Congratulations to the
teams playing in Term Four at
following winners:
the ASB Centre in Kilbirnie.
Badminton
Pun Thepkunhanimit
Futsal
In the Senior grades, WC 4
Luc Saker
Hockey
beat Newlands College 6-4 in
Daniel Harris
Rowing
Philip Wilson
Shooting
Callum Osborne
Softball
Dante Matakatea
Tennis
Kiranpal Pannu
who were far too strong for their opposition
the final of Senior 2, and WC8
across all of their pool matches. Pool B featured
beat WC7 4-2 in the final of Senior 3. WC1 beat
an unbeaten Wellington College, who were run
Onslow College 2-1 in the final of Junior 1. There
very close by St Patrick’s (Town) 2.
were also wins for WC6 over WC7 in Junior 4, WC
10 in Junior 5 and WC 12 in Junior 6.
It was as always, a wonderful evening and there
AFL New Zealand’s Wellington Development
was an extended Wellington College involvement
Manager, Sam McKenzie, was impressed by
ROWING
with the College Jazz Band playing at the event
the play seen across the tournament. Overall
Following the disappointing cancellation of the
and two of our previous Overall Winners being
the standard of play was really high, the best
Jury Cup in Wanganui the previous weekend,
brought back to present awards. They were Matt
I have seen at a Hawks Cup that I have been
the Wellington College Rowing team [pictured
Prosser (Athletics) 2003 and Peter Spearman-
involved with, and that was across all teams. The
below] performed with great credit to retain
Burn (Golf) 2008.
quickness, awareness and skill of all players was
the McLachlan Shield from strong competition
really impressive.
from other local schools. Tom Cummack led
by example, comprehensively beating Maadi
The major semi-finals featured
Gold Medallist, Hayden Robertson from Onslow
both table topping teams
College in the single sculls.
advancing to the Grand Final,
beating both the St Patrick’s
teams in the process. The two
St Patrick’s teams played off for
third, with St Patrick’s 2 winning
the intra-school contest by a
narrow five-point margin.
Wellington College struggled
AFL – JUNIOR HAWKS CUP
initially in the Grand Final against Hutt Valley
Wellington College have beaten a strong field
High School, though neither side was able to
of teams to take out the 2014 Wellington Junior
dominate the first half. HVHS took a half time
Hawks Cup Cluster Tournament.
lead, kicking 1.1 to 0.2 The second half opened
up into a more free flowing game, and Wellington
VOLLEYBALL
Overcoming challenges from Hutt Valley High
College proved to be more accurate in front of
The Junior Volleyball team, coached by Sam
School, Onslow College, Porirua College and two
goal. Their three goals were the difference, with
Leota, has developed considerably during the
teams from Tawa College and St Patrick’s (Town).
the match finishing 3.3:21 – 1.4:10.
course of the term.
With eight teams competing, the competition
A huge asset throughout the tournament for
At the CSW Regional Champs, they finished a
was split into two pools, with each team playing
Wellington College was U16 New Zealand Hawks
very creditable fifth and pushed the top teams.
three round-robin matches, followed by semi-
rep, Naitoa Ah Kuoi, who played in the ruck and
Mellenniumma Leota and Naitoa Ah Kuoi
finals and finals.
provided his team with first use of the ball. He was
were named in the tournament team with
also instrumental in moving the ball forward, and
Reegan Gauolofa named Student Official of the
received the tournament MVP award for his efforts.
Tournament.
Pool A was dominated by Hutt Valley High School,
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SUMMER RUGBY ACADEMY
The Wellington College Rugby Academy
aims to develop physical fitness and
promote mental toughness. It combines
high intensity games with circuits that
involve a range of lifting and jumping
activities. The academy promotes a fun
and challenging environment that is
enjoyed by a range of rugby players.
All Rugby players are welcome to attend,
including 2015 new entrants. All that
is required is a change of gear and a
EXTRACURRICULAR
SPORTS AND ARTS
REGISTRATION 2015
2015 will see not only a new look to
the Sports and Arts websites but a new
registration process which will take place
on line. Under the direction of Sports
Coordinator, Mrs Amanda Wilkins and
Arts Coordinator, Mrs Penny Dustin we
are looking to make participation in sport
and the arts much easier for students and
parents.
willingness to work hard and have fun.
Days: Tuesday and Friday
Between this tournament and the North Island
Junior Champs, again held at Kilbirnie, the
Time: 9.00am
Venue: Old Boys Gym
Communication and information will be
more readily available as the individual
sports and activities will use this as the
basis for their administration.
team trained very seriously and the results
spoke for themselves. Playing in Division 3, they
went through the round-robin phase losing
Contact Mr Sharland, Mr Rawles or Mr
Martin if you have any questions.
only to Upwey (Australia). In the semi, they
unfortunately lost 2-1 to Wellington High School
who they had beaten earlier, but then they
ATHLETICS TRAINING DURING
recovered to beat Upwey for third place.
HOLIDAYS IN PREPARATION FOR THE
A great result which bodes well for the sport in
The Wellington College Athletics Squad
the next few years as these juniors move through
the senior ranks.
Melllenniumma and Naitoa have gone on to be
selected for the Wellington U15 team to play in
the National Interprovincial Champs in Hamilton
in December.
NZSS ATHLETICS CHAMPS
Congratulations to our 4x100m Junior Relay Team
and the Y9 Road Race Team 3 who both won
their events at the NZSS Champs. A Bronze Medal
went to the Y9 Road Race Team 6. Well done!
Other results include:
Ben Murphy - 4th in the 100m Junior
Connor Davidson - 5th 1500m Junior
Oscar Szeto - 5th 100m Junior Hurdles
Josh Morgan-Ranui - 8th Junior Javelin
In order to allow a smooth transition to
this process, we ask that Y9 and 'New
to Wellington College' students enrol
by Friday, 19 December. For returning
students, Sports and Arts Registrations
close on Friday, 30 January 2015.
MCEVEDY SHIELD
is open to all students interested in
taking Athletics seriously to enhance
their athletic potential. We will train
every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday
morning at 9.30am – 11.00am beginning
on Thursday, 11 December, through until
Wednesday, 24th December. We will then
re-start training on Monday, 19 January
and continue until school starts. When
back at school, training will be same days
but after school. Training takes place
at Newtown Park. Training will begin
with either speed work for sprinters and
jumpers or middle distance work for 800,
1500, 3000m and longer distance runners.
Throwers will work on technique and
actual throws, or speed drills.
Mr Chris Wells, Sports Academy Director
The new Sports Department website
can be found on
http://www.sportsground.co.nz/wcsports
The new Arts Department website can be
found on
http://www.sportsground.co.nz/wcarts
Or click on the Extracurricular tab on
the front page of MyColl. Please go to
these sites to find all information about
Wellington College Sport and Arts and
to register online. Any queries, please
contact us:
Sports Department
Dave Keat, Sports Director
d.keat@wc.school.nz
DDI 802 2547
Amanda Wilkins, Sports Coordinator
a.wilkins@wc.school.nz
DDI 8030309
Isaac Miller-Jose - 8th in Senior High Jump
Arts Department
Kirsty Hazledine, Arts Director
k.hazledine@wc.school.nz
DDI 803 0327
Photos on Wellington College’s Facebook Page
Dave Keat, Sports Director
d.keat@wc.school.nz
Penny Dustin, Arts Coordinator
p.dustin@wc.school.nz
DDI 803 0327
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From College Parents’ Association
I
t’s certainly been a busy final term for WCP
about how the College and home can jointly
and volunteer helpers who have so generously
with four key events that reflect the diversity
help prepare our sons for a fast-changing world.
given up their time to make a difference to
of support work that our committee offers the
This term, at the second of our ‘Life After WC’
Wellington College.
forums, our guest speaker was award-winning
I wish you all a joyous festive season and a safe
educationalist, Karen Boyes of Spectrum
and relaxing holiday.
College.
WCP catered the Student Leaders’ Lunch in
Education. Karen’s amusing and thought
October. This is an annual celebration to mark
provoking presentation focused on building
Christine Young, WCP President
the contribution that over 100 of our fine young
resilience in our children, rather than trying to
wellingtoncparents@gmail.com
men make to enriching College life. It’s great to
smooth over every knock back of their school
bring these student leaders together to thank
years. (Photo 1).
KEY DATES TO DIARY FOR WCP
them for their support and leadership. (Photo 2).
Wednesday, 11 February
Looking to 2015, a team of committee members
Y9 Parents’ and New Parents’ Every year, WCP also hosts the Leavers’ Supper
were on hand at the Y9 Parent Information
Welcome Lunch, 12.30pm
in the Brierley Theatre – a chance for the Y13
Evening in November. As well as welcoming next
Firth Hall & Brierley Theatre. students and their families to gather after Senior
year’s families, we also encouraged new parents
Invitations will be emailed early Feb.
Prize-giving, for the last time as a year group,
to lend a helping hand and we were delighted
Monday, 2 March
before heading into exams and the bigger world
to see more than 40 new families signing up to
AGM, followed by first committee beyond Wellington College. (Photo 3)
get involved in the College Parents’ Association.
meeting, 7.00pm. Cricket Pavilion
(Photo 4 - WCP Committee Members).
Thursday, 19 March
A key part of our role is to link parents into what
Parents’ Forum ‘Life After WC’ goes on at school. Our annual series of parent
As 2014 draws to an end, I would like to take this
presented Careers Adviser, Ernie forums are a good way of generating discussion
opportunity to thank the dedicated committee
Rosenthal, Girvan Library, @ 7.00pm
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From the
Uniform Shop
T
he Uniform Shop will be open in January for 'appointment only' days
for all new students to the College and for those students entering
Y12, who wish to purchase the senior uniform for 2015. Please visit
Season’s Greetings to our Wellington College
Community. Best wishes to you all for
a relaxing summer
holiday and break.
our website link http://mycoll.school.nz/uniform/uniform-shop for full
information.
This link will also tell you how to go about selling your second-hand
uniform, which we are happy to do if it is in excellent saleable condition.
You may also wish to donate pre-loved uniforms to students in need.
Farewell to those students
and families who leave us at
the end of this year. We look forward to
welcoming our current and new students
and families at the start of Term One, 2015.
The Uniform Shop will also be open for non-appointment days before
schools begins in 2015 when you may wish to replace uniforms. Please see
the above link for details of these dates.
Vicky Hughson, Uniform Shop Manager
Tel: 04 802 2543 • Fax: 04 802 2542
Stay safe!
Email: uniformshop@wc.school.nz • Web: www.wc.school.nz
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