Rosmini College

The Rosmini College Kapa Haka perform at the Opening.

Hemirau Waretini. Bishop Michael Gielen.

Mary Thomas Building opening

On Tuesday, 10th August, Rosmini College’s new Mary Thomas Building was opened. The building is named after Mary Thomas, who was a generous benefactor to the college.

She had two sons and numerous grandsons go through Rosmini College. Members of the Thomas family were present at the opening, including Mary Thomas’ grandson Hemirau Waretini, who spoke. The building was officially opened by Bishop Michael Gielen.

Among other dignitaries present were the Vicar General of Catholic Education Catherine Ryan, and local MP the Hon Simon Watts. The building consists of 12 spaces including specialist music, food technology, art, akomanga and seven conventional classrooms. Rosmini has been unable to accept all its enrolments until now as it only has capacity for 1050 students. The new building will allow it to reach its maximum roll of 1200.

The new building is very popular with the boys, who are enjoying the bright and attractive learning spaces. They are also enjoying the sunny forecourt and hard surface playing areas with two basketball hoops. Photo Credit: Judith Morrogh