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A message from the Rector

The first month of school has flown by.

Librarian message

How to fit more reading into your day.

Hostel update

It’s hard to believe it's week 4 already but, as they say, time flies when you're having fun.

Karaoke lunchtime

It was time for the boys to get their SingStar on!

Maths in action

Year 9O are enjoying shapes and space through the lens of geometry.

2025 Prefects announced

We are pleased to announce our student leadership team for 2025.

National identity

As Year 11 English students settle into their classes for the year, many are unpacking the importance of context and how it is influential for character development, setting and the effect it has on l...

Water Polo - Meet the coaches!

I am delighted to say that, along with the number of boys playing water polo this year, which has almost doubled, our coaching team at OBHS has also expanded, allowing us to run an extra team in the l...

Otago Regional Shakespeare Festival

Rehearsals are underway for the boys that are performing in this year’s Otago Regional Shakespeare Festival.

Petanque tournament

Interested in giving Pentanque a go?

Exploring Coastal Processes: Year 11’s F...

It was a picture-perfect day as 53 Year 11 students set off on their first geography field trip to the stunning Huriawa Peninsula and Karitane Beach.

Badminton success

Congratulations to Year 10 student Levi Lu and his teammates!

NCEA Information Evening

Are you new to the NCEA qualification system?

The Last Word

Life is made up of moments.

Academic Blues

On Tuesday, 18th February, we came together for the Academic Blues assembly to recognise the exceptional academic achievements of our students in the 2024 NCEA results.

Our Surf Lifesavers in top form

It was a stellar weekend for our surf lifesavers at the South Island Surf Lifesaving Championships held at New Brighton Beach in Christchurch, with some outstanding performances from our talented athl...

Challenge Wanaka Half Ironman

The 2025 Challenge Wanaka Half Ironman took place on Saturday 15 February, with a fantastic performance from the OBHS team.

Challenge Wanaka Schools’ Triathlon (inc...

The Challenge Wanaka Schools' Triathlon returned to the picturesque Wanaka lakefront this year, shifting from its previous location at Glendhu Bay.

Librarian message

It has been great to see so many people in the library this week!

The Red Army soldiers on!

Despite not winning on Athletics Day, McIndoe House did have the highest number of participation points, which shows that the house spirit is alive and well. This was duly recognised at the McIndoe Ho...