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Triathlon success gains invitation to international stage 3 November 2021 For Oliver Larcombe (Year 13), 2021 has been a triumphant year winning several medals at various triathlons around the country. Read more
Quick call-up a dream come true for Samisoni 3 November 2021 Samisoni Tauke'aho (Soni) became the school's third All Black with a surprise call up in July, making his debut at Waikato Stadium against Fiji. Read more
Soni’s first VX coach reflects on his remarkable story 3 November 2021 Andrew Gibbs was Soni Tauke'aho’s first rugby coach at St Paul’s and has watched him mature from a shy Tongan school boy, to an All Black. Read more
Ag programme goes gangbusters 19 October 2021 WITH ALL sectors of agriculture and horticulture screaming out for staff, tertiary establishments are reporting higher levels of interest, suggesting this career pathway is making strides in our secondary schools. Read more
International High School students find home away from home during lockdown 4 October 2021 When the most recent Covid-19 lockdown was announced, almost everyone in New Zealand knew what to do – except Jeongguk Son, 12, from St Peter’s School and Tian Subsompon, 14, from St Paul’s Collegiate School. Read more
Standing firm alongside Te Wiki o Te Reo Maaori 10 September 2021 Over the week of 13-19 of Mahauru, September, St Paul’s Collegiate School will be celebrating Maaori Language Week. Read more
We have moved to distance learning delivery 19 August 2021 Since the country’s snap Covid-19 lockdown was declared for three days from Wednesday 18 August, St Paul’s Collegiate School has been operating a Distance Learning Delivery model. Read more
Collegian returns as teacher 10 August 2021 For Collegian Anahia Noble (Harington 2016-2018), returning to St Paul’s as a teacher aide and teacher of Te Reo was a natural transition. Read more
From Abu Dhabi to St Paul’s 9 August 2021 Heather Fox holds a string of credentials from around the world along with international teaching experience from Abu Dhabi and the United Kingdom in music and the arts. Read more
Music teacher brings classical flare to St Paul’s 9 August 2021 As an accomplished performer in both solo and ensemble settings, new music teacher Jonathan Dunlop brings an impressive musical resume to St Paul’s. Read more
World renowned singer to teach at St Paul’s 9 August 2021 Grammy-Award winning singer, Timothy Wayne-Wright has an extensive music career spanning 30 years, and will join St Paul’s as the new Director of Choral Music at the beginning of term three. Read more
Medal haul for St Paul’s Swim Team 27 July 2021 St Paul’s Swim Team placed fifth from 68 schools in the co-ed section of the New Zealand Secondary School Swim Championships held at the National Aquatic Centre in Auckland from 22-25 July. Read more
New venture for enrolments coordinator 23 July 2021 Craving a role where her business and customer relationships skills could shine, Sharon Christian has landed the perfect role as Enrolments Coordinator here at St Paul’s. Read more
When artistry and teaching combine 22 July 2021 Growing up, Lila Price was surrounded by painting, fashion and photography. Read more
Samisoni Taukei'aho savours 'dream' All Blacks debut, has Ian Foster with tough call 18 July 2021 Samisoni Taukei'aho says maybe it was a little bit of Dane Coles’ “lucky charm” that led to his magical two-try debut for the All Blacks on Saturday night. Read more
World renowned rugby coach leading St Paul’s 10 July 2021 After seven years as St Paul’s Collegiate School’s high-performance coach, Paul Hodder has now accepted the position of Director of Rugby. Read more
Tamer role for former safari guide 7 July 2021 Adam Jones is getting used to a tamer lifestyle as the former wildlife safari tour guide sets up a temporary life for he and his wife in New Zealand, while they ride out the global pandemic and wait for tourism to come back to the African continent. Read more
New chef brings childhood influence to meals 22 June 2021 Ravi Sarki grew up in a Nepalese household where the kitchen was a place to celebrate culture and food. Read more
Lander leaves behind his legacy 22 June 2021 After 40 years as an educator and 11 years as the Headmaster at St Paul’s Collegiate School, Grant Lander hangs up his academic gown to enjoy a life of retirement, travel and spending time with family. Read more
Matron thanked for ‘sensational service’ over 50 years 22 June 2021 Gloria Thompson has retired after half a century working at St Paul’s – the past 37 years as Matron of Williams House. Read more

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