Westlake Boys’ High School

A night in New York

On Saturday 30th of July, the combined Westlake Year 13 Ball took place. Over 950 excited students, dressed in their finest, descended on the Cordis Hotel. Headmaster David Ferguson and Head Boy Michael Wassell greeted guests on the red carpet before they entered the ‘Night in New York’ themed ballroom, complete with navy and silver balloons, fairy lights, and even a Statue of Liberty.

It was a wonderful night, enjoyed by all. The dance floor was always busy, and students enjoyed several food stations and a chocolate fountain. The lighting and special effects were fantastic, and thousands of photos were taken in front of the three themed backdrops and out on the dance floor.

Towards the end of the night prizes were awarded, amongst them were:

• King of NYC – Badyn Dixon • Best Dressed Man of Manhattan – Tyler Dixon • Cutest Couple – Alexander Wilson and Audrey Guo

A huge thank you to Bob and his team from Monstavision and Jeremy Hill Photography. We would also like to thank Oplinx for their generous donation for the prizes and to Benefitz which prints our tickets. Finally, well done to the Ball Committee for their efforts in ensuring a successful night.

Guest Speaker, Westlaker Rhys Mathewson.

Laughs abound at annual Mother Son Breakfast

Our annual Mother Son breakfast, held each year to celebrate our Westlake mums and caregivers, was held this year on Thursday 29th July. Five hundred-plus attendees enjoyed a delicious breakfast, while sharing in an energetic and fun morning of laughter, thanks to our guest speaker – comedian, tv presenter and Westlaker Rhys Mathewson – a fabulous way to start the day!

The event was well supported by local businesses, and we would like to take the opportunity to thank them for their support in assisting with this annual fundraising event:

Goju, Mitre 10 – Glenfield, Douglas Pharmaceuticals, Smith and Partner Lawyers, Muse Hair Salon and Edible Blooms.

We are now looking forward to the annual Father Son breakfast, which is happening on Thursday 8th September with guest speaker Westlaker Bruce Pilbrow, the CEO of the Spirit of Adventure Trust.

Westlake Boys 1st XV had a great time hosting the Black Ferns pre-test camp.

Black Ferns take on Westlake Boys 1st XV

August was Rugby Central with Westlake Boys High School hosting the Black Ferns for their pre-test camp. The New Zealand women’s rugby team are playing Australia in Christchurch on Saturday 20th August.

To host this team was a privilege and with the coaching pedigree of Sir Graham Henry, Wayne Smith, Mike Cron and Whitney Hansen (daughter of Steve Hansen) sharing their expertise, it was an added bonus. The team showed why they are amongst the favourites for the World Cup, displaying their top rugby skills, along with being friendly and approachable.

The 1st XV were challenged in their team run with the Black Ferns and at times exhibited why they sit on top of the North Harbour competition. The Year 10 Rugby Academy got a special treat having a photograph with a great All Black in Dan Carter.

It was a great experience for Westlake Boys and for the Black Ferns and we will look forward to their up-coming test matches and World Cup campaign.