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A Message from the Rector

A community is measured by its response to good times and hard times.

Games Room Now Open at Lunchtime

Looking for something fun to do at lunchtime?

Southern Zone Rugby League Academy: Firs...

In partnership with the One NZ Warriors, we’re hyped to announce the first intake of athletes selected for the 2026 Southern Zone Rugby League Academy.

Ultimate Frisbee

2026 SISS X-Country

North Island Volcanoes Tour

Athletics Report 2026

It was a great day despite the doubtful weather at the start.

Pre-season Hockey Friendly Against SBHS

On Sunday morning, some keen hockey players braved the turf for a chance to brush off some rust against SBHS, who travelled north for a school exchange.

An invitation to senior School House par...

You are warmly invited to join us for an informal evening hosted by the School House Committee.

Hostel Happenings

School House is now back in full swing, with boys settling into their new accommodation and routines.

A New Chapter for our School : The Bless...

Thursday morning marked a profound milestone in our school’s history with the formal blessing of the Shand.

An update from John Blaikie

OBHS Foundation

The Last Word

The “Last Word” has become a valued tradition at senior assembly, giving Year 13 leaders the opportunity to speak to their peers about what matters most to them. We start the year with Head Boy, Will ...

2026 Prefect Investiture

At senior assembly on Tuesday, we celebrated the investiture of the 2026 Prefect team.

Centurion Awards 2025

Our 2025 Year 11 and 12 students who achieved 100% of their credits in both their internal and external assessments were honoured with their Oak Leaf badge at a Tuesday’s assembly.

2025 Academic Blues

On Tuesday, the 10th of February, we gathered for our Academic Blues assembly to celebrate the outstanding academic achievements and dedication of our students in the 2025 NCEA results.

Exemplary Conduct on and off the Court

This week our Rector received the following email regarding one of our students. What a fine young man you are Emersyn.

Celebrate the Spirit and Legacy of OBHS

The Student Council are taking orders for the 2026 OBHS Picture Calendar

NCEA Information Evening

Year 9s Rise to the Challenge: Mt Aspiri...

Our Year 9 cohort officially kicked off their hostel journey with an unforgettable trip to Mt Aspiring Lodge this past weekend.