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The Otago Boys' High School Foundation
PO Box 11,
Dunedin, New Zealand
Tel +64 3 477 2546
Fax +64 3 477 5468
November newsletter –
1930s Reunion
* Last year the Foundation arranged and hosted a Reunion for Old Boys from the 1920s with seven alumni attending, ranging in age from 92 to 97.
This week it was the turn of the Old Boys from the 1930s with 23 former pupils (aged 83 to 90) from that era enjoying the reassembly, a number being joined by wives or companions.
The Foundation was privileged to salute these men, whose years at Otago Boys were dulled to a large degree by the Great Depression which didn’t loosen its grip until 1935, and the Second World War, declared in September 1939. There was terrific camaraderie last week with a multitude of memories, stories and recollections of a Dunedin and New Zealand still growing and feeling its way in the world, and a school where the Rector ruled with an iron rod, where there were limited subjects on offer (compared to today’s wide and varied curriculum) and where many boys lost close friends to the ravages of war just months after enlisting.
Those who were able to join us were - Edgar Gregory (1939-42, engineering), Ben Naylor (1937-41, construction), Ken Clark (1932, grocery trade), Jim Robb (1937-41, industrial chemist), Keith Moore (1936-40, teaching), Bill Brown (1937-40, banking), Alan Richards (1934-38, accounting), Cyril McDermott (1933-35, accounting), Fraser Mitchell (1936-37, accounting), Bernard Esquilant (1939-43, acting, hospitality), Dr Kelvin Bremner (1939-43, medicine), Don Galland (1935-36, a 50 year career with the Post Office), Edgar Frazer (1938-41, company secretary), John Black (1935-37, police and CIB), Rev Robin Smith (1936-38, Presbytarian Minister), Frank Weedon (1939-43, physiotherapy), Les Boyles (1937-38, business management), Dr Peter Grayson (1937-41, medicine), Len Simpson (1939-40, business management), Gordon Johnston (1932-36, teachers college lecturer), Adam Coxon (1935-38, teaching), Dr Peter Fleischl (1939-42, medicine) and Rae Hill-Scully (1938-41, teaching).
The spirit of those who joined us was indomitable and the Foundation was humbled by the dedication they showed to their alma mater by – in many cases – travelling long distances to again walk through the memorial archway, doff their caps and rekindle old friendships.
Registrations for 2013 sesquicentennial
* Registrations for the 2013 150th celebrations continues to grow,
If you wish to note your interest in being involved, please do so through an email to the Foundation (info@obhsfoundation.co.nz) or a telephone call (+64 3/4778977), the message to include your full name and years of attendance.
A hard-working committee is already deep into planning for the event with a tentative programme comprising the registration and an associated cocktail party on Thursday 1st August along with the playing of the Commonwealth’s oldest rugby interschool against Christ’s College; Friday also featuring registration, the chance for tourist activities and an evening concert showcasing some of the school’s best musical talent – past and present; Saturday’s activities will centre on school tours, photographs and the official sesquicentennial dinner; and on the Sunday there will be a church service or services and a final farewell.
Foundation members
* Since the October newsletter, the following Old Boys and connections with the school have made pledges or donations and have been registered as Members of the Foundation –
London salutes Sir Keith Park
* A statue honouring Sir Keith Park (1909-10) was unveiled in London yesterday in front of more than 1000 guests.
Sir Keith commanded the Royal Air Force during the Battle of Britain and is credited with Allied success in the Battle of Britain in 1940.
The five-metre high statue was erected on the fourth plinth in Trafalgar Square where it will remain for six months. A three-metre high bronze version of the same statue will be unveiled in September next year on its permanent site in nearby Waterloo Place.
Sir Keith served with the New Zealand army at Gallipoli and the Somme in WW1 before becoming a pilot and shooting down 20 enemy aircraft. He was an air vice-marshal in the Royal Air Force and commanded its No 11 Fighter Group during the Battle of Britain in 1940.
Showing tactical brilliance and inspirational leadership, he was credited with playing a vital role at a time when the German Luftwaffe threatened to destroy Britain’s air defence system.
The unveiling ceremony was the culmination of two years’ planning and fundraising led by British financier and historian Terry Smith. Among those who watched proceedings were 16 Battle of Britain veterans, many relatives of RAF veterans and three members of Sir Keith’s family.
London Mayor Boris Johnson said Sir Keith’s achievements were underrated.
‘‘Sir Keith Park did not merely help a very few brave people to win the Battle of Britain” he said.
‘‘In helping to save Britain, he helped to save Europe from tyranny, and in helping to save our nation’s capital, he saved the love of democracy — the generosity, the tolerance, the refusal to bow down before bigotry that gives London its character and makes it the greatest city on earth.’’
It was after the final hours of the Battle of Britain’s that British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, who had been alongside Sir Keith at RAF headquarters, composed the speech made legendary by the line ‘never has so much been owed by so many to so few’.
1959 50th Reunion
* The 50th reunion of the 1959 intake was celebrated at Labour Weekend and was regarded as a resounding success by the 52 Old Boys and 30 partners who attended.
Old Boys from as far afield as the United Kingdom and Australia traveled to the three-day gathering which we’re told “left the attendees buzzing with enthusiasm”.
Mike Rackley (1959-63) says the scene was set on Friday night with an informal gathering at the Mornington Tavern.
“Many of the attendees had not seen each other since school and name badges constantly came to the rescue as we tried to match faces to names.
“On Saturday a “Tuck Shop” lunch (pies, custard squares, fly cemeteries and cider) was held at the school preceded by an informative talk by the Rector, Clive Rennie (1958-61) and a tour of the school.
“The Saturday evening dinner was highlighted by an entertaining speech by Dunedin Mayor and Old Boy, Peter Chin (1954-58), who then led a rendition of “Jerusalem” and the School Song) and by reminiscences by a number of the attendees including former teacher Paul Inder. Entertainment was also provided by ‘The Singing Waiters’.”
Howzat??!!
* The Foundation has joined Otago Cricket in a partnership to benefit Volts fans the length and breadth of the country.
Not only can tickets for individual matches be purchased through the Foundation but several season’s packages are also available.
The details are –
The Foundation will receive a percentage of sales with this funding added to our growing endowment fund.
Those wishing to purchase tickets can do so by contacting the Foundation office – either by email (info@obhsfoundation.co.nz) or telephone (03/4778977).
The Volts are the reigning national 20/20 champions and finished runners-up in last season’s one day series. Our international players are available for the entire HRV 20/20 Cup.
The 2009/2010 programme is:
Internationals –
November 24 – 28 Test match, New Zealand vs Pakistan, University Oval, Dunedin
February 8 ODI, New Zealand vs Bangladesh, University Oval, Dunedin
Four day Plunket Shield competition (home games in bold) –
November 10 - 13 vs Northern Districts, University Oval, Dunedin
November 17 - 20 vs Canterbury, Rangiora
November 24 - 27 vs Central Districts, Napier
December 3 - 6 vs Wellington, Queenstown Events Centre, Frankton
December 12 – 15 vs Auckland, Auckland
February 25 - 28 vs Central Districts, Queen’s Park, Invercargill
March 4 - 7 vs Auckland, University Oval, Dunedin
March 12 – 15 vs Canterbury, Queenstown Events Centre, Frankton
March 20 - 23 vs Northern Districts, Whangarei
March 29 – April 1 vs Wellington, Wellington
HRV 20/20 Cup –
January 3 vs Northern Districts, Mt Maunganui
January 6 vs Central Districts, New Plymouth
January 8 vs Canterbury, Christchurch
January 10 vs Auckland, University Oval, Dunedin
January 12 vs Northern Districts, Queen’s Park, Invercargill
January 15 vs Auckland, University Oval, Dunedin
January 17 vs Wellington, Wellington
January 22 vs Canterbury, University Oval, Dunedin
January 24 vs Central Districts, University Oval, Dunedin
January 26 vs Auckland, Auckland
January 31 FINAL
One day competition –
December 8 vs Wellington, Queenstown Events Centre, Frankton
December 17 vs Auckland, Auckland
December 20 vs Northern Districts, Centennial Park, Oamaru
December 28 vs Central Districts, University Oval, Dunedin
December 31 vs Canterbury, Timaru
February 3 vs Auckland, Queen’s Park, Invercargill
February 7 vs Wellington, Wellington
February 9 vs Central Districts, New Plymouth
February 13 Preliminary finals 1 vs 2, 3 vs 4
February 17 Loser 1 vs 2 versus winner of 3 vs 4
February 21 FINAL
School news
* The Mana Pounamu Young Achievers Awards were announced in late-October with the achievements of 34 young Otago people recognised.
The awards celebrate the success and achievement of rakatahi Maori, encourage them to participate in tertiary study, identify leadership potential and provide positive role models for others.
Scott Fraser (Year 13, 7th form) was awarded a tuakana (senior) prize while Jeremy Rei (Year 10, 4th form) was named as one of the teina (junior) winners.
* Three Year 10 (4th form) boys have been named in the Football South Under 15 international development squad to represent New Zealand at the ICC Under 15 series in Singapore at the end of the month.
Cameron Howieson, Lian Lam Sam and Thomas Kindley form part of the squad to contest the tournament against national and football academy teams from South Africa, Australia, East Timor and Japan. The Football South side is the only New Zealand team to be invited.
Adding to Cameron’s good news is his selection for a football scholarship with Everton next year.
Old Boys’ Society Annual General Meeting
* The Otago High School Old Boys’ Society will hold its Annual General Meeting in the Shand building at the school on Thursday 19th of November.
The meeting will start at 12.10pm and all Old Boys are invited to attend.
A motion will be put forward to change the constitution to allow the Society to apply for charitable status. This will allow the Society to be tax exempt for income as well as open the way for charitable applications. Such status will be especially useful for events such as the rapidly approaching sesquicentennial.
The Society is also on the look out for new blood for its committee. The role of the committee rests mainly with assisting the school in such areas as sourcing and providing speakers for year groups and career guidance. A part is also played with the school’s community reading programme and financial help for boys facing hardship in attending the Mt Aspiring Lodge.
Any Old Boy willing to join the committee or help with these programmes should contact Society President Norcombe Barker (nork@larnachcastle.co.nz) or attend the Annual General Meeting.
North Canterbury Old Boys – annual barbecue
* Over the last year, the Foundation – mainly through the fine work Lawrie Currie (1957-62) has undertaken as our tracking man – has uncovered a large number of Old Boys living in and around Christchurch.
Most of these alumni remain unknown to the hard-working North Canterbury branch of the Old Boys’ Society but the connection can begin at the end of this month through assembling at the annual pre-Christmas barbecue.
This year’s event will be hosted by Bruce Cooper (1952-56) and his wife Ruth at their home - 197 Clyde Rd, Fendalton, Christchurch, starting at 6p.m. on Sunday 29th November. The barbecue will be held wet or fine and costs just $20 per head. No children or pets please.
RSVP to North Canterbury branch secretary Alan Alty (modp06@hotmail.com or 3447157).
Congratulations
* Brian Turner (1957-61), one of New Zealand finest writers and poets was left humbled this week after being presented with a 2009 Prime Minister’s Award for Literary Achievement.
In recalling his background and career which until 1986 saw him juggling his writing around work as a customs officer, publisher’s representative, journalist, managing editor of a publishing firm, work in sawmills, construction sites and even as a rabbiter in Central Otago, Brian noted it was a ‘‘pleasant surprise’’ to be recognised.
“If you told me 45 years ago that something like this would happen to me, I would have said you were nuts”, he said.
‘‘I never thought I would win something like this, coming from where I come from. I’m humbled”.
Brian was recognised for his contribution to New Zealand poetry, along with C.K. Stead for fiction writing and Dr Ranginui Walker for non-fiction. Each writer received $60,000.
Prime Minister John Key said it was a pleasure to honour the three great writers.
‘‘As New Zealanders, we should celebrate success more. I am proud to acknowledge the legacy and continued involvement of these well-deserving recipients,’’ Mr Key said.
Brian is the fourth Otago writer to receive the award since it was established in 2003, following Janet Frame (2003, fiction), Hone Tuwhare (2003, poetry) and Philip Temple (2005, non-fiction).
In reflecting he had always written because he needed to, or wanted to, Brian said he’d always viewed “writing as work, and something that needs to be worked at if you are going to produce something worthwhile.
‘‘It’s taken me a very long time to have faith in my abilities as a writer.’’
He paid tribute to publisher John McIndoe (1912-14) who published his early poetry collections when he worked for him.
‘‘If it hadn’t been for his willingness to publish collections of my poems, I might not have continued my writing,’’ he said.
Brian, who is a former New Zealand hockey player and a keen fisherman, has been publishing poetry since the 1960s. In 1978 he won a Commonwealth prize for his first his first volume of poetry Ladders of Rain and in 1984 he was the Robert Burns Fellow at the University of Otago. In 1993 Brian’s collection Beyond won the New Zealand Book Award for poetry, 1994-95 saw him immersed with the Arts Council Scholarship in Letters and in 1997 he was the Writer in Residence at the University of Canterbury. Brian was the Te Mata Estate Poet Laureate 2003-05, he published Into the Wider World: A Back Country Miscellany and earlier this year he published Just This, his latest volume of poems.
Staff news
* Jim Hoffman (1964-68), who is the sports coordinator at Otago Boys’ attended the World Masters Games in Sydney last month and came home laden with success, winning a silver medal in the 55 to 60 year old badminton singles and a bronze medal in the teams’ event.
* During the last school holidays, Head of the Music Department Rob Duffy attended the wedding of Bertrand Leali’ifano (1994-99) in Hawaii. Rob reports that Bertrand, a Samoan, and his Hawaiian bride, Keonilei Kaniaupio Fairbanks, were married by his father, Rev. Apa Leali’ifano and her mother, Rev. J. Ekela Kaniaupio-Crozier in Honolulu in a lovely Church ceremony, followed by a wonderful reception which included many traditional Samoan and Hawaiian customs. During his time at Otago Boys’, Bertrand was a music student, member of the choir and a member of the Pacific Island Cultural Group for five years. In 1998, Bertrand’s mother accompanied Rob and the choir to Auckland to compete in the National Finale of the Big Sing, where a Silver Award was won.
Old Boys in the news
* Andrew Hall (1981) is the Chief Executive of the New Zealand Spinal Trust which has the mission of supplying all those with spinal cord injuries, their families, friends, caregivers and health professionals with the information, resources and support needed to make independent living the ultimate goal of rehabilitation.
Earlier in the year Andrew was awarded a Winston Churchill Memorial Trust Fellowship to travel overseas. He took the trip in June and spent 21 days visiting New York, Washington DC, London and Stockholm.
With the New Zealand Spinal Trust becoming more proactive in advocating and lobbying on behalf of New Zealanders with spinal cord injuries (SCI) and their families, Andrew used his fellowship to learn about overseas trends.
He says the Spinal Trust often heard about issues and serious concerns that SCI encountered by people and their families but perhaps didn’t implement plans to solve or improve situations. So rather than say “that’s no good” or suggest ways that we know people have ‘gotten around’ the issue, he says “we wanted to get better at actually improving things”.
While in Washington DC Andrew was hosted by Professor Gerben De Jong, who is President Obama’s appointment as Director of the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research – an organisation responsible for over $1 billion of research spending a year.
He says it was fascinating to visit and compare systems utilised in New Zealand with those in the United States, the United Kingdom and Sweden. While a lot of what is achieved in New Zealand is very good, Andrew says there is considerable scope for real improvement.
For further information about the New Zealand Spinal Trust, visit their website: www.nzspinaltrust.org.nz
* Ben Koons (1999-2000), New Zealand’s fastest cross-country skier, is cut from Kiwi cloth but little is known about him here in his country of birth.
Ben is a member of the national cross country ski squad and is in line to qualify for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, Canada. He missed qualification by just half a point at the Winter Games in New Zealand in August.
The squad will contest a series of races in a number of northern hemisphere locations in the next few months in an effort to join Katie Calder, who has qualified for Vancouver and who is now an automatic selection. Calder will be the first New Zealand cross country skier at Olympic Games level since Madonna Harris completed an amazing double in 1988 – competing at the summer Olympics in Seoul as a road cyclist and then as a cross country skier at the winter Games in Calgary.
Ben first experienced skiing on snow-covered farmland at Waitati and had dabbled in cross country skiing on school trips to John and Mary Lee’s Snow Farm at Cardrona.
When he was 14, he moved to the United States with his family with the life style there giving him the opportunity to taking skiing further. He won a scholarship to further his tertiary education at Dartmouth College, New Hampshire, where he trained with a top coach, Ruff Paterson, and his team-mates included Olympians and national champions.
He graduated in March and this winter worked as a Snow Farm ski instructor, teaching high school pupils the basics of cross country skiing. Ben has held a similar job in past seasons but didn’t work in New Zealand last winter because he was in Rwanda, on a volunteer United Nations programme, building small hydro systems for villagers.
Before competing at the Winter Games, Ben and his brother Nils cycled 3,894 kilometres through mountainous Tibet in 54-day trek.
During that time they took just three showers, shared 284 packets of instant noodles and each lost about seven kilograms in weight.
‘‘It was an incredible thing, a wild country, a tough country,” Ben said.
“We were by ourselves, camping the whole way. The toughest part was in West Tibet. It was a long, long way between villages. Getting enough food was a problem,’’
There were many issues with bureaucracy and permits and the Chinese authorities shut down their blog. Ben was also bitten by a dog, resulting in another trip highlight: a visit to a rabies clinic in Lhasa.
* Ross Laidlaw (1963-67) is the new chairman of the Highlanders’ rugby franchise.
He takes the reins from Stuart McLauchlan (1971-75) on both the board and as chairman, with the new role meaning he will resign as a member of the Otago Rugby Football Union board on which he has sat for the past two years.
Ross is a retired corporate lawyer, who now lives in Wanaka, and as a member of the Otago board he is familiar with some of the issues facing the Highlanders.
He says his first task will be to become thoroughly familiar with the whole business and will get up to speed by talking to those most involved as soon as possible.
Ross secured his legal degree at the University of Otago and then gained a masters degree in law from Yale University in Connecticut, where he was also a postgraduate fellow. He worked for law firms in Invercargill, Auckland and London and has pursued his own business interests since the mid-1980s.
He has been involved with businesses in the bloodstock, energy and commercial property sectors.
One of new chairman’s Board members is another Otago Boys’ alumnus Adrian Read (1963-67).
* Sir John Hansen (1957-62), supposedly retired, is busier than ever.
Sir John’s latest role is that of one of two new Directors of New Zealand Cricket, a position he takes on with former Dunedin sports broadcaster Bill Francis.
An internationally respected lawyer and judge, Sir John retired last year. In 2007 he served as the Chairman of the final appeals committee for the Rugby World Cup, and earlier this year was appointed to the New Zealand Rugby Union’s Appeal Council and the International Rugby Board’s Judicial Panel. He was appointed Code of Conduct Commissioner by the International Cricket Council in 2007.
Sir John has been president of the Willows Cricket Club in Christchurch since 2003. He was made a Distinguished Companion of The New Zealand Order of Merit in 2008 and reinvested as KNZM earlier this year.
Also on the new cricket Board is former Otago businessman Stuart Heal, father of Matthew Heal (1992-96, Head Boy 1996) and Regan Heal (1993-97).
Shorts
* Ashley Boeyen (1979-82) is the marketing and sales manager for the Shaky Bridge vineyard near Alexandra and is also a member of the Alexandra Basin Wine Growers’ Group. The recently formed body has the objective of ensuring the Alexandra region isn’t completely overshadowed by the more well-known vineyards through the Kawarau Gorge and on both sides of Lake Dunstan. The group has mounted a collective marketing drive, targeting local, national and international consumers. The Alexandra Basin has about 2,000 hectares in wine production (about 25% of the Central Otago growing area), has 25 labels, about 30 growers and its wines have won 140-plus awards at 15 separate competitions since 2007.
* Bill Medder (1954-55) is playing a leading role in the organisation of the City of Dunedin Legends Pro-Am golf tournament to be played at the Otago Golf Club in late February next year.Bill was the founder of the Gardner Motors Classic which ran successfully for many years in Dunedin and which raised a significant amount of money for various charities before being taken over by the Skeggs Foundation, where the success continued. The Legends tournament will involve 40 professionals aged 50 or over, including New Zealand great Sir Bob Charles. They will be joined by 120 amateurs in a $30,000 event sanctioned by the Australasian PGA as part of its Legends tour.
Also involved in the work behind the scene is Gordon Marr, husband of one of our Assistant Principals Lindy Marr.
* Graham Roberts (1969-72), Chief Executive of Turners Auctions, had the happy job recently of announcing the lifting of the company’s full-year profit forecast after better-than expected trading in the third quarter of the year. Turners said it now expected its full-year net profit to range from $3.1 million to $3.3 million, up from a range of $2.6 million to $2.8 million indicated in August. Graham noted in his announcement that third-quarter trading had been significantly better than expected, with volumes across all segments of the business surpassing expectations.
* Steve Hayward (1971-75), Green Island Primary School principal and President of theOtago Primary Principals Association, is pessimistic about the national education standards announced last month. To come into operation next year, the standards will set clear expectations pupils will need to reach in reading, writing, and mathematics in their first eight years at school. Steve says evidence from experiences overseas indicates the new standards will result in a “huge step back in time for us. I have no confidence at all that this is going to solve the problem”.
* Stuart McLauchlan (1971-75), recently retired Chairman of the Highlanders rugby franchise, has been appointed to the Board of South Canterbury Finance. Stuart is also Chairman of Scott Technology, Deputy Chairman of Pharmac and a Director of several companies including Scenic Circle Hotels, Dunedin Casino, AD Instruments Pty and Aurora Energy. He is pro-chancellor of the University of Otago and crown monitor to the Southland District Health Board.
* Tony Hunter (1976-80), general manager of Blackhead Quarries, is delighted a recent Dunedin City Council decision to grant resource consent to extend operations at the Logan Point quarry has secured the company’s future. While some conditions are attached, Tony says the decision gives the company security and the city surety of supply.
* Rob Douglas (1955-59), is a recipient of a Waitaki Citizen Award in recognition of his service with the North Otago Tree Planting Association since 1974. During that time, Rob has served as its President and is currently the association’s Secretary. Rob was the founding Secretary-Treasurer of the North Otago Memorial Oaks Committee, he has researched and published a book on the growing memorials to North Otago soldiers who served in World War One, is Chairman of the Oamaru Beautifying Society and has served on the committees of the Forrester Gallery, St Lukes Church, Waiareka Valley Lions, Waitaki Lakes and Waianakarua Memorial Hall.
* Hugo Inglis (2007-08), a member of the Junior Black Sticks men’s hockey team and the national league’s top scorer this season, has been named in the senior men’s team for this month’s World Cup qualifying series with matches scheduled against China, Malaysia, Austria, Scotland and Wales.
* Barry Ellis (1970-72), took a novel approach to the issues of Labour Day and the Holidays Act last month, handing over control and profits of his Craft Bar in Dunedin and the Pig N’ Whistle in Queenstown to staff. Barry struck a ‘‘one-day contract’’ with ‘‘the majority’’ of up to 30 Craft staff and 40 at the Pig, which allowed them to run the pubs, pay the costs and share the profits among themselves. The staff paid running expenses, became self-employed, paid tax and did not draw wages, but would share the profits and will also have a day in lieu owed. He said it was a ‘‘no-one loses’’ arrangement as the Holidays Act demands of time-and-a-half pay rates often prompted bar closures, but staff volunteering to take up the offer would gain experience in marketing their own events, organising rosters and work systems and menus.
Recent deaths
* We extend our condolences to the families of the following Old Boys –
Jim (James Cardow) Brown (1945-48), died in Hamilton on 7th August 2009 aged 77. Upon leaving school Jim won a scholarship to the RAF College in Cranwell in England and served with the RAF for many years. Stationed in England and Germany, Jim mostly flew Hawker Hunter jet fighters and fought in the Egyptian campaign in 1956. He ended his long service as Squadron Leader and station Commanding Officer. Jim then joined the Abu Dhabi Defence Force, again flying Hunters, before working for Gulf Air, flying 737s and living in Bahrain. He retired to Hamilton and was the brother of Malcolm Brown (1943-47).
John Innes Smart (1953-55), died in Blenheim on 11th October 2009.
Peter John Grant Gow (1966-70), died in Dunedin on 12th October 2009 aged 57. Peter was best known for his many years of service with the Air New Zealand travel centre in the Octagon in Dunedin.
Ian Bell Blair (1947-50), died in Dunedin on 22nd October 2009 aged 75. Ian, a Life Member of the Old Boys’ Society, was a farmer on the Taieri and was the father of David Blair (1970-74) and brother of Alan Blair (1943-46).
Rick (Ricky Andrew) Flockton (1981-83), died in Dunedin on 23rd October 2009 aged 42. Rick was the nephew of Gary Wheeler (1968-69) and cousin of Alan Wheeler (2000-04).
Ted (Edward Preston) Lovett (1939-44), died in Dunedin on 24th October 2009 aged 84. Ted was a retired school teacher.
Emeritus Professor John Cuthbert Parr (1935-39), died in Dunedin on 30th October 2009 aged 87. John was a retired ophthalmologist and was a former head of the Ophthalmology Department at the Otago Medical School and Dunedin Hospital.
* We also extend our sympathies to –
Brian Arnott (1979-84) and Andrew Arnott (1983-87) whose grandmother Mavis Arnott died in Invercargill on 7th October 2009.
Nathan Morland (1994) whose mother Janet died in Dunedin on 10th October 2009.
Bradley Walker (1981) whose father George (Morrie) Walker died in Oamaru on 12th October 2009.
Ashley Boeyen (1979-82) whose mother Rosemary died in Christchurch on 12th October 2009.
Allan Pine (1950-53) whose brother-in-law Ron Scanlan died in Dunedin on 13th October 2009.
Christopher Templeton (1995-99) and Richard Templeton (1997-2000) whose mother Gaynor died in Dunedin on 14th October 2009.
Richard Hercus (1974-78) whose mother Lorna died in Dunedin on 15th October 2009. Lorna was the widow of Cyril Hercus (1933-36).
Graeme Dixon (1964-68) whose mother Mollie died in Dunedin on 15th October 2009. Mollie was the mother-in-law of Bruce Didham (1962-65).
Ian Carter (1966-70) whose mother Marjorie died in Dunedin on 21st October 2009.
Malcolm McIver (1957-59) whose father-in-law Bob Dyke died in Mosgiel on 22nd October 2009.
Bill Adams (1941-42) whose sister Norma died in Te Kuiti on 22nd October 2009.
Allan Baird (1962-65), Colin Baird (1965-68) and Ian Baird (67-71) whose mother Mary died in Dunedin on 23rd October 2009.
Peter Gibson (1959-63) whose mother-in-law Nancye Stevely died in Dunedin on 24th October 2009.
Donald MacColl (1970-74) whose mother Audrey died in Tauranga on 24th October 2009. Audrey was also the mother of the late Neil MacColl (1974-77).
Lawrence Watson (1966-70) and Graeme Watson (1969-72) whose mother Anne died in Dunedin on 25th October 2009.
Brian Powell (1957-61) whose father Frank died in Dunedin on 27th October 2009.
Graeme Still (1974-76) and Craig Still (1983-86) whose father George died in Dunedin on 28th October 2009.
Robert Burgess (1963-65) whose father Jack died in Dunedin on 29th October 2009.
Ben Kerr (1999-2003) whose grandfather Ron Kirk died in Dunedin in Mosgiel on 31st October 2009.
Craig Buskin (1983-87) whose father Richard died in Christchurch on 1st November 2009.
Graham Johnston (1965-67) whose mother Alice died in Dunedin on 2nd November 2009. Alice was the widow of Garth Elliot Johnston (1937-39).
Gerry Sawers (1948-42) whose brother Paul died in Dunedin on 2nd November 2009. Paul was also the brother of former Otago Boys’ Master Ian Sawers.
Roger Giles (1963-66) whose father-in-law David Roberts died in Christchurch on 2nd November 2009.
Don Nash (1953-56) and Jeff Nash (1976-1980) whose son Grant died in Dunedin on 4th November 2009.
Hamish Wixon (1969-73) whose father-in-law Douglas Graham died in Dunedin on 6th November 2009.
Kim Rapley (1968-71), Miles Rapley (1969-73) and Beau Rapley (1974-78) whose mother Shirley died in Dunedin on 6th November 2009.
Steve Davie
Chief Executive
