Good afternoon School. Please be seated.

I’d like to invite Tino Savea to deliver today’s reading

Today’s reading comes from Colossians 3, Chapters 23-25

Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving. Anyone who does wrong will be repaid for their wrongs, and there is no favouritism.

This is the word of the lord

Thank you, Tino.

Rectors Comments:  

Today we present our Academic Colours to Yr 13 along with our Sporting and Cultural Colours to all students who have earned them this year. The Academic colours recognise those boys who have achieved outstanding marks in the academic cornerstone in their final year of school. Over the last few weekends I’ve had the pleasure of reading all Year 13 reports and I’ve had the opportunity to add my own comment to the Deans’ remarks. The achievements of the vast majority of our year 13 have been quite outstanding this year. Many have already passed NCEA Level 3, often with Merit and Excellence and most have either achieved or are on track to achieve University Entrance. Many are sitting NZ Scholarships in a few weeks, the most challenging secondary schools examinations in New Zealand. Today is a chance to recognise those young men who have excelled in the classroom. Lindisfarne colours are very special and to earn your colours you have to genuinely excel in your chosen field.

The Academic colours that Mr Barry will read out are based on scholastic performance and he will read out what levels of achievement each student has achieved.

Sporting and Cultural colours are based on performance and commitment in the relevant cornerstones. To achieve these colours you have to be excelling in terms of your ability, performance, and dedication. Staff members have to be satisfied that the level of performance is such that it deserves this special Lindisfarne College recognition. When Mr MacAleese and Dr Kristensen read out the various achievements of our recipient it will be obvious why these young men have earned their colours.

For all of you who come up here today and receive your awards, please think about who you need to thank for helping you realise your goals. Perhaps your parents who got up early to bring you to school for a practice or who worked long hours so that you could attend a tournament. Or a friend who studied with you for benchmark exams. Your teachers, coaches and manager would have played a huge role in helping you achieve this success, so if you haven’t thanked them yet, make sure you do that.

I am going to keep my talk brief today boys because we have a lot to get through, but I want to remind you that whilst you are within touching distance of the last days of Term 4, the race is not yet run. We have three school days to go next week before you embark on your study leave and begin your NCEA exams. Please continue to make good, responsible decisions as individuals and in groups. Continue to behave according to our values. Be kind and respectful and have the courage to say and do the right thing. The end of the year should be a celebration and it only takes one poor decision to spoil all the good work you have done up to this point. Honour your teachers and your College by ending on the right note.

Next Wednesday is Snr Prizegiving. If you have issues to sort out regarding hair and uniform, please get them sorted so that we are all looking our very best.

It’s been a little while since we’ve sung together, so it will be great to hear the senior school in full voice today as we count down to our final days together.

Please join with me in singing the hymn I Vow to Thee My Country.

HYMN 

Thank you, please be seated.

We continue our assembly today with Mr Barry reading out our Yr 13 Academic colours recipients for 2021.

Academic Colours:

Ben Barker                       Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Edward Brougham       Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Daniel Brown                  Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Boston Christensen    Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Benjamin Cox                  Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Tomas Druzianic            Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Matthew Goodwin       Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Jack Hartree                    Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Patrick Larkin                  Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Jared Lines                        Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Kevin Lu                              Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Will Meech                        Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Thomas Murphy             Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Oliver Newton                Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Barvick Ravla                   Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Charles Roil                      Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Tim Wilson                        Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Jack Wilton                       Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Bruno Wylie                     Grade Point Average of 70%+ in best 4 Subjects

Finley Duncan                 Distinction-Grade Point Average of 90% in Best 4 subjects

Zachary Fitzgibbon     Distinction- Grade Point Average of 90% in Best 4 subjects

Thomas Goodisson      Distinction -Grade Point Average of 90% in Best 4 subjects

Zac Maulder                     Distinction- Grade Point Average of 90% in Best 4 subjects

Lanson Randell               Distinction- Grade Point Average of 90% in Best 4 subjects

Ben Sloan                           Distinction-Grade Point Average of 90% in Best 4 subjects

Thank you, Mr Barry

I’ll now ask Dr Kristensen to announce our Cultural colours for 2021.

Cultural Colours 2021

Quadruple Colours – Finley Duncan

Chess

Finley is a very experienced chess player who plays the game at a high level. He has achieved a number of excellent results this year including being the HB Secondary School Open Chess champion for 2021. Finley was Seeded number 2 for the senior chess team that came 3^rd in the HB team competition for 2021 and was 2^nd in HB winter rapid championships.

Drama

Finley Duncan achieved his Speech New Zealand Associate Diploma in Speech and Drama Performance with distinction and is currently completing his Advanced Associate Diploma in the teaching of Speech and Drama. He is a role model for younger students and has assisted teaching classes this year. Finley gave hours of his time to play the lead role of Nick in the production of Fame and has regularly performed in school recitals amazing his audiences with his dramatic abilities.

Public Speaking

Finley was placed first in this year’s Impromptu Speech contest and gained 2^nd place in the Churchill Oratory Speech Competition. He is a member of the Senior debating team and consistently performs at a high level. Finley is an excellent public speaker and an inspiration to others.

Music

As a trombonist, Finley has been a key member of the symphonic band, jazz band, and chapel band. Here he has shown excellent leadership and has been a role model for younger students in these groups. His commitment to organising his house for the House Music competition was outstanding. Finley plays the piano at grade 8 level. Further to this, he delivered an excellent vocal performance in this year’s musical production of Fame.

Congratulations Finley Duncan

Double Colours – Zachary Fitzgibbon

Drama

Zac has completed his Advanced Diploma of Speech and Drama in Teaching. This year he held a lead role in Hawke’s Bay’s Youth Theatre company HaBYT for dedicated young theatre-makers. Zac was also a HB Arts Festival Young Ambassador, and consistently mentored Lindisfarne College drama students alongside Miss Atkin.

Public speaking

Zachary has demonstrated excellence and consistency in all areas of Public Speaking. He holds a Speech New Zealand Associate Diploma in Public Speaking Performance and has represented the school in our senior debating team. He was placed 3^rd in the Impromptu Speech Contest and was 1^st in this year’s Bible Reading competition. Incredibly hard-working, Zachary is an excellent speaker who effectively uses his public speaking skills as a leader and role model.

Double Colours – Edward Brougham

Debating

Edward was selected for the Hawkes Bay Debating team that went to Wellington for the nationals and Hawkes Bay reached the final for the first time. Here he was awarded the prize of “highly commended speaker”. Edward has been consistently rewarded with best speaker in inter-school debates in a team that has remained unbeaten throughout the year, including our traditional debates against Rathkeale and Scots. He is motivated and organised and will go on to further debating honours at university.

Public Speaking

Edward has completed his Diploma in Public Speaking with the grade of  Distinction, and at this year’s Impromptu Speaking Competition he gained  2^nd Place. Edward is highly respected by junior students of the college and is an excellent role model for these boys.

Double Colours - Matthew Nichols

Drama

Matthew is an excellent drama student who has shared his skills with both Lindisfarne College and Toi Toi Performing Arts Center. He held a lead role as Mr Sheinkopf in this year’s musical production Fame.  Matthew was HB Arts Festival Young Ambassador and completed his Associate Diploma in Speech and Drama Performance. Matthew is dedicated to his art form.

Music

Matthew is a passionate and enthusiastic jazz musician who has thrived in the Lindisfarne College Jazz band and Improvisation group.  He is always keen to solo and advance his musical technique.  Matthew has also completed a high standard of NCEA composition work this year and helped lead his House during the House Music Competition.

Double Colours – Zac Maulder

Drama

Zac is a talented performer who performs on stage to an excellent level inspiring younger students to do the same. He held the lead role of Schlomo in this year’s musical production of Fame. Zac is currently working towards Scholarship drama.

Public Speaking

Zac is an excellent speaker and as Head Boy this year he has consistently inspired students through his speeches. Zac Completed his Speech New Zealand Associate Diploma in Public Speaking Performance with Distinction. Zac was also a member of senior Debating Team and was the recipient of the arts cup for Excellence in Public Speaking and Drama.

Chess Colours

William Duncan

William is an outstanding chess player. He has achieved a number of fantastic results this year. These include being the Hawke’s Bay Secondary School Year 11 chess champion in 2021. William was Seeded first for the senior chess team that came 3^rd in the HB team competition for 2021. William gained 2nd place in the HB 2021 rapid summer championships, and 2nd place in the HB lightening / blitz Chess championship.

Kapa Haka

Matawhero Wakefield-Sciascia

Matawhero has contributed significantly to the māori department over the years. He has competed on the regional stage for kapa haka, has been a key leader during house haka events and is our current kapa haka prefect. Matawhero always goes above and beyond to embrace te ao māori and support in any way he can whether it be at tangihanga/funerals or leading by example at kapa haka practice. Ngā mihi Matawhero.

Grayson Hesketh

Grayson has contributed significantly to the māori department over the years. He has competed at two regional competitions for kapa haka, has been a key leader during house haka events and continues to be a strong leader in kapa haka. He displays confidence when given the opportunity to teach his peers and  goes above and beyond in all that we do. Ngā mihi Grayson.

Pasifika

Tino Savea

During his time at Lindisfarne College, Tino  has been Pro-active at organising and inspiring the Pasifika boys around him. He is an excellent leader, is hard working, he is a passionate singer and dancer, and represents the Pasifika boys in very well around the school.

Sean Lagikula

Sean is always keen to help and do more for the Pasifika group. He is a very good leader  and is able to motivate other boys around him to do better. Sean is a committed and dedicated singer and dancer within the Pasifika ensemble.

Drama Colours

Matthew Goodwin

Matthew Goodwin is a talented young man who played the challenging role of Joe in our production of fame. He danced, sang and acted his way to a standard of excellence which wowed his audiences each night. He completed his Associate Diploma of Drama this year, and is currently working toward Scholarship drama. Matthew gives his time selflessly helping young students.

MUSIC COLOURS

Leo Guo

Leo has had an outstanding year as a year 11 pianist, trombonist and composer. He was one of only 6 finalists in this year’s HB Young Musician of the Year. Leo is a key trombonist in the symphonic band, jazz band and chapel band. Here he has had excellent attendance and dedication within these groups.  Leo studies music as an NCEA subject and has produced compositions of a very high level. 

Josh Huckle

Josh is the lead trumpeter in the symphonic band, jazz band, and improvisation group. He is a dedicated and passionate musician.   This year Josh was also lead trumpeter in the Fame orchestra. Josh is dedicated to his classroom NCEA music studies and has achieved very good results here.  Josh is helpful and supportive of younger band players.

Quinn Le Lievre

Quinn has gained outstanding results this year in music.  He gained first place the Hawke’s Bay Young Musician of the Year competition, performing incredibly challenging works on piano. Together with his piano trio, he also gained 2^nd Place in the Finals of the HB Chamber Music Competition. In addition to the piano, Quinn also plays trombone at a very high level, using his skills to be a dedicated and reliable member of the Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, and Chapel Band.

Kevin Lu

This year Kevin has brought his drumming to a new level and is currently at a grade 8 Trinity College level. He was one of six finalists in the HB Young Musician of the Year competition. As the drummer of the jazz band, he is reliable is dedicated to the band and the music. Kevin is a sincere and intelligent musician.

Oliver Newton

Oliver leads the snare drum section of the Pipe Band independently and with confidence. He expects high levels of performance from himself and from those around him, making him a leader that boys look up to. As a Cultural prefect this year,  Oliver has been reliable and hard working.

Llewellyn Ward-Leikis

Bagpiper Llewellyn Ward-Leikis has reached a high level of technical skills that would be welcomed at any pipe band around the Hawke’s Bay. Llewellyn has shown excellent development through consistent practice this year. This year Llewellyn has developed good, consistent leadership as Pipe Major within the Lindisfarne College Piep Band

Ben Sloan

Ben plays the drums at a high level and is currently preparing to sit his Grade 8 Trinity of College drum examination. As a guitarist, Ben has given his time performing with the Worship Band at Chapels this year. Ben has been an engaged House Music Drummer in solo and ensembles this year.

Sports Colours:

Basketball

Charlie Roil

Charlie has been an outstanding performer for the Senior A Basketball Team all year. He was joint MVP and top points scorer and was joint recipient of the Basketball Senior MVP Trophy.

Lanson Randell

Lanson is a no-nonsense basketball player and a constant threat whenever he plays for the Senior A Basketball Team. His performances have led to high honours regionally and most recently being selected in the New Zealand U17 Team.

Tama Heather

Tama is a hard-working all-round basketball player. He always puts the team first and has achievements have led to being selected in the Hawkes Bay U17’s team.

Football

Reon Werahiko

Reon is a highly skilled player with who is a very athletic GK. He is a strong player who never gives up and puts his body on the line week in week out. He is a member of the NZ Maori football U16s, Hawkes Bay U16s and the Napier City Central league team.

Ben Barker

Ben has been Co-Captain of the 1^st XI this year and always let his play do the talking. Ben is a calm and skilled player with drive and vision, he is a strong player who never gives up the ball easily and puts his body on the line. He is always heavily involved in team play and put the team first no matter what.

Harry Pike

Harry has been a very good Co-Captain this year with great organizing skills. He is a highly versatile player with skill and vision. Harry is a strong player who never gives up the ball easily and puts his body on the line. He has scored and assisted a number of goals this season and is always heavily involved in team play. He is a member of the Napier City Men’s Prem club team

Golf

Jared Lines

Jared is a 3-handicap golfer who plays in the top Men’s interclub team for the Maraenui Golf Club. He represents Hawkes Bay at the U18 level as well as participating in the national age group and open tournaments.

Hockey

Ben Cox

Ben is an outstanding player with determination, work rate and an on and off field commitment that has been central to the team’s outstanding success this year. Ben has a superb will to win and gives each game his total dedicated best. A skilled player coupled with his determination and commitment; Ben has been a central figure in the team this season. Ben was also Captain of the College 1st XI Team.

Oliver Newton

Oliver is strong keeper who has agile reflexes and very good coordination. He reads the game very well and is able to guide the defence effectively. Possesses quick reactions that make him very hard to score against. Oliver has worked well with the younger keepers offering advice and guidance.

Tim Cornwall

Tim is a strong defended who works hard to wear down the opposition. A strong distributor of the ball and capable of extending through the midfield as a member of the attack. Tim always made an impact when he was on the field, he did his job to a high standard making it easier for his teammates around him to focus on their jobs. Tim also helps out with some of our younger defensive players with guidance and advice which was great to see. 

Tim Wilson

Tim has continued to grow and develop as a player and his increasing level of confidence enables him to break the defensive line. Tim is a committed and determined player who gives his all on the field. His level of commitment in front of goal has resulted in him scoring a number of opportunistic goals. Tim leads by doing and is constantly trying to improve the play of those around him.

Callum O’Keeffe

Callum reads the game well and can penetrate the opposition’s defence effectively. He has a strong set of stick skills, coupled with his speed, he uses these to great effect to get in behind the oppositions defence. Callum is developing the speed of his decision making to counter the speed of play and this coupled with his sharper execution has made him a formidable player. Callum has led the way at trainings showing a high level of intensity and commitment and leads by example in games.

Matt Buckeridge

Matt’s level of play and ability are a credit to his dedication and commitment to Hockey. Not only is he able to execute stick skills at a very high level but his ability to read play and develop play has meant that the team has been able to grow and develop as well. Matt’s leadership not only on the field but also off the field has been exemplary. He has led the way at trainings showing a high level of intensity and commitment and leads by example in the games. A reliable player with a strong skill set great fitness and good tactical awareness.

Kayaking

Daniel Brown

Daniel has been a consistent performer in kayaking throughout 2021. At the Canoe Racing New Zealand 2021 kayak sprint National championships Daniel finished.

• 2^nd  U18  K1 200m, 
• 2^nd U18 K1 1000m, 
• 2^nd K U18 K2 200m 
• 2^nd U18 K2 1000m 
• 6^th Open Men K1 500 B final placing Daniel in the top 15 men in the country.

Rugby

Lanson Randell

Lanson has steadily improved in his 3 seasons with the 1^st XV, to the point where his is usually one of the best players on the field. He captained the team expertly and always led from the front. His performances for Lindisfarne have led to higher honours with being selected for the Hawke’s Bay U18 team.

Taylor Topp

Taylor played slightly out of position during 2021. After playing so well on the win in 2020 Taylor quickly settled into center this year. A consistent and trustworthy performer who also won the Best 1^st XV back at the recent sports awards.

Tino Savea

Tino performed consistently throughout his time in the 1^st XV. During 2021 he was selected for the Hurricanes schools’ squad and was a leader amongst the loose forwards in the CNI ‘best & fairest’ points table. He scored 15 tries in the season.

Monte Timu 

Still learning his craft Monte was an invaluable member of the team during 2021, despite his young age. Works very hard on his game and is making gains all the time. Monte has a big future ahead of him.

Kingshouse Tupuola

The 2021 1^st XV was always better with Kingshouse on the field. A positional switch to hooker this year highlights his versatility. Memorable games and big moments are always on the cards with him in the team.

Jasper Wallace

Jasper has played the very challenging position of tight head prop for the 1^st XV for two seasons now. His set piece play has always been very good bit during 2021 it was Jasper’s improvement in general play that was the highlight. An invaluable member of the 1^st XV!

Sailing

Carl Marshall

Carl has had a consistent year sailing. He competed in the Open Skiff Championships in the 420 class. He was a member of the team that traveled and performed well in the National Secondary Schools Keel boat competition in the 7m Elliott class.

Finn Balchin

Finn competed in the starling nationals and finished 3^rd in the Silver Fleet. He also raced at the National Interschool Keelboat Regatta and Brass-Monkey Regatta placing 2^nd overall. 

Beau Marshall

Beau has recently gotten back into competitive sailing. He competed in the Open Skiff Championships in the 420 class. He was a member of the team that traveled and performed well in the National Secondary Schools Keel boat competition in the 7m Elliott class.

William Muir

Will has had a standout year in sailing. He finished 2^nd in the Starling Open and 1^st in the Brass Monkey Regatta. He also competed in the National Keelboat Regatta and his performances across 2021 has seen him be nationally ranked.

Kobe Apatu

Kobe had had a great year in Sailing. He was a member of the team that traveled and performed well in the National Secondary Schools Keel boat competition in the 7m Elliott class.

Shooting

Bryn Thompson

Despite suffering a shoulder injury playing rugby early in the season Bryn continued to shoot at a consistently high level. He retained the South Island Single Barrel title in Timaru which he first won in 2020. He was 2^nd in the Single Rise in the CLNISS series he was placed 3^rd Single Rise and 3^rd in Skeet. At the North Island Champs, he was 1^st Points Score.

William Apatu

William has performed at a consistently high level all season and HOA at 2 of the CLNISS shoots. He has been a valued member of the 1^st squad that won the CLNISS teams MacPhee Shield with a team score of 474/500 and performed well at nationals.

Sam Lowry

Sam has performed at a consistently high level all season despite the disruptions caused by Covid. He has continued to display his talents by taking 1^st Points Score and 2^nd overall in the CLNISS Single Barrel and member of the 1^st squad winning the MacPhee Shield.

Kees Tomlinson

Kees suffered a broken leg earlier in the season but was keen to return with his leg in a plaster. He coped well and his shooting continued to improve, with his best score of 95/100 helping the team to win the MacPhee Shield. He went on to shoot 60/60 Points Score at the North Island Champs.

Freddy Smith

Freddy shot 23/25 Single Rise and 75/75 Points Score at the NZ Nationals 1 of only 2 possibles. Freddy is likely to be the NZ Junior Single Barrel Champion for 2021.

Skiing/Snow Sports

Luke Wilkins

Luke won every award and race he could do for the ski season. Luke was the Coronet Cup Slalom and Giant Slalom Champion. South Island Slalom and Giant Slalom Champion and Overall Champion. New Zealand Youth Slalom and Giant Slalom (GS) Champion and combined overall Alpine New Zealand Youth Under 16 year Champion 2021. He also won the Queenstown Apline Ski Team Supreme U16 award.

Aidan Wilkins

This year Aidan achieved Olympic long list selection for the Beijing Winter Olympics 2022 at 17yrs old. At the men’s National Championships in Mt Hutt he finished 5^th in the Giant Slalom. In early 2022 Aidan will race the Men’s European Federation of International Ski Races (FIS) circuit in Europe.

Additions for Assembly on Friday for students who were away for Sports Awards.

• Reon Werahiko – Silver Fern – Football
• Kings Tupuola – 1^st XV Contribution
• Bryn Thompson – Shooting – Single Rise Clay Target Champion
• Bryn Thompson – Shooting – Skeet Champion
• Hunter Every – Tennis – Outstanding All Round Player
• Hunter Every – Tennis – Senior Double Champion
• Hunter Every – Tennis – Senior Singles Champion
• Hunter Andrew – Touch Rugby – Best Junior Player
• Frederick Hoggard – Squash – Junior Champion
• Tom Cassidy – Award for fair play and Attitude
• Harry Kirkpatrick – Best Sports Team – 2^nd XV

Thank you, Mr McAleese

Congratulation to all those boys who were recognised today and I wish you all the best for your weekend.

Reverend Dunnett (Or Maclan Wright) will now close our assembly in prayer.

Article added: Monday 15 November 2021