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The changing face of accommodation 15 November 2017 Two collegians have turned around a run-down motel, dramatically increasing occupancy and earning accolades in the industry. Read more
Global honour for leading cardiologist 15 November 2017 Professor John Ormiston has been recognised for his outstanding contribution to cardiology. Read more
Showcasing talent through art 15 November 2017 Enter the Hamilton home of John Loughnan (School 1971 – 1974) and the walls are lined with stunning paintings. Read more
People priority for new Western Waikato area commander 8 November 2017 Inspector Andrew Mortimore’s (Williams 1993 – 1997) police career was born out of tragedy. Read more
Insurance boss crowned EY Entrepreneur of the Year 12 October 2017 Insurance boss Peter Harris (School 1969 – 1972) has been crowned EY Entrepreneur Of The Year for 2017 and will represent New Zealand at a global competition in Monaco. Read more
Dedication to adventure recognised at NZOIA awards 25 September 2017 A Bay of Plenty man who has directed some of New Zealand’s most respected outdoor education centres, a Queenstown-based guide who spent a year on a sub-Antarctic island and an inspirational young instructor from the West Coast were among nine outstanding Kiwis recognised for excellence in outdoor leadership on Saturday. Read more
Maori All Black Franklin huge boost to Bay of Plenty 14 September 2017 In the modern, professional age players usually only shift away from a team they are successful with to either further their bank accounts or their chances of making higher honours – or both. Read more
Two of Waikato’s own finalists at 2017 New Zealand Tourism Awards 8 August 2017 One of Angus Stubbs' earliest caving memories is of being lowered down a hole as a five-year-old. Read more
Katie Trigg wins at the Waipa Awards 16 June 2017 The recently held Waipa Youth Awards celebrated achievement in academia, arts and culture, community service, leadership and sport. Read more
An eye for the next business opportunity 30 May 2017 An entrepreneurial spirit has seen 2013 head boy Lucas Martin (Hamilton 2009–13) pursue a number of business interests. Read more
It’s a family affair at Buccaneer 30 May 2017 Gerry Gerrand (Hamilton 1963–65) marks 41-years in business this year with his Hamilton boat building company Buccaneer boats. Read more
Growing grassroots rugby in Tonga 30 May 2017 Will Hafu owes his success to St Paul’s, and he’s not taking that for granted. Read more
Shot putter Ryan Ballantyne set to qualify for World Juniors 22 February 2017 Since leaving St Paul’s Collegiate School in 2016, shot putter Ryan Ballantyne (Fitchett 2012 – 2016) has ticked a few things of his list – including a throw of 19. Read more
Former league player coaching rugby in US 27 December 2016 When one door closes, another door opens. Read more
TV stardom completely unexpected 24 December 2016 New Zealand TV personality Erin Simpson (Harington) says she had a long road of self-discovery before finding her love for television and now she is living the dream. Read more
Flying the flag for rowing and boxing 20 December 2016 While boxing and rowing may seem poles apart, the skills required are surprisingly similar, says Ivan Pavich. Read more
Award recognises service to education 10 December 2016 Developing new Agribusiness achievement standards in NCEA Levels 2 and 3 was a bold move and not one many secondary schools take on due to the sheer volume of work required to get the idea off the ground and sitting with the Ministry of Education. Read more
Hospitality giant wasn’t a success overnight 7 December 2016 John Lawrenson (Hamilton 1991-1992) recently opened his seventeenth venue, The Roaming Giant, at the small cost of $5 million dollars. Read more
On the world stage with climate change 5 December 2016 Mark Storey (Sargood 1980-1984) has built his career around climate change, taking senior roles in New Zealand and overseas. Read more
Shneil Singh could be New Zealand’s first Indian 'All Black in the making' 29 November 2016 New Zealand’s first Indian 'All Black in the making' couldn't be more Kiwi after growing up on a farm in Waikato. Read more
Chris Wynn full circle 23 November 2016 While it may have seemed an ambitious goal at the time, it turns out dreams really can come true. Read more
Eight Waikato players make Craig Philpott’s first New Zealand under-20s squad 23 November 2016 Craig Philpott has picked the heartbeat of Waikato’s champion juniors in his first New Zealand under-20s squad named on Tuesday. Read more
All Whites striker Chris Wood praised by ex-Leeds manager after he nets 11th goal of season 10 November 2016 Former Leeds United manager Neil Redfearn has hailed All Whites striker Chris Wood as the "real deal" after he scored his 11th goal of the season for Leeds on Sunday (NZ time). Read more
A lot has happened in the past 11 years 8 November 2016 Old Collegians from the 2005 and 2006 leavers returned to St Paul’s Collegiate School for an evening of socialising and reuniting with friends and teachers. Read more
Q&A with artist Owen Dippie 31 October 2016 He’s known around the world for his large-scale realist portraiture and, more recently, for his exploration of well-known Renaissance pieces combined with contemporary pop art. Read more
Two awards for two Jonathans 25 October 2016 Two Old Collegians won major awards at the annual Wallace Corporation University of Waikato Blues Awards. Read more
St Paul’s former teacher spins the potter’s wheel 12 October 2016 Pottery began as a hobby for a Hamilton teacher but demand has turned it into his full-time job. Read more
Old Collegian Simon Talbot performs double arm transplant 11 October 2016 Kiwi face transplant surgeon Simon Talbot has lead his team in transplanting two donor arms to a retired marine who lost all four limbs in Afghanistan. Read more
Journalist share secrets of success 3 September 2016 It’s no surprise that Sam Hewat’s name is scattered through St Paul’s Collegiate School’s 2010 year book. Read more
Former student named in Auckland squad 12 August 2016 St Paul’s Old Collegian, Blake Hill, has been named in the Auckland Mitre 10 Cup squad. Read more