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  Winter Sports Awards 2026

  14 Oct 2026 –

  On Tuesday 13 October we celebrated our sportswomen at the 2026 Winter Sports Awards.

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  Knitting For Good

  29 Sep 2026 – This year, the charity Premmie Knitting Club celebrated its 10th anniversary by encouraging New Zealanders to knit or crochet peggy squares to make blankets. Our librarian, Whaea Leonie, invited our staff and students to join in.
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  Barbershop Success

  25 Sep 2026 – Our Barbershop singers travelled to Wellington this week for the Young Singers in Harmony NZ National Championships and came home with plenty to celebrate.
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  Emerging Ethnic Leaders’

  28 Aug 2026 – Congratulations to Lachelle Riady, Zoe Eunice Delos Reyes and Chunwa Ogechi-Okoro, who were recognised at the Emerging Ethnic Leaders’ Breakfast 2026 on 28th August at The Verandah Cafe & Function Centre.
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  Chanel Shield 2026

  13 Aug 2026 – Sacred Heart Girls’ College was proud to host this year’s Chanel Shield, welcoming St John’s College Hamilton, Aquinas College Tauranga, John Paul College Rotorua, and Campion College .
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  Hot Pools, Wet Socks, and 53km of Memories

  25 Jun 2026 – When 53 kilometres of Rotorua bush, lakes, and geothermal wonders await, you lace up your boots and go. Silver and Gold Duke of Ed participants did exactly that – here’s how it unfolded.
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  A Visit from the World Stage

  11 Jun 2026 – In May, some of our music students had a very special visitor – Katherine Wiles, Sacred Heart alumna and permanent member of the Opera Australia Chorus since 2007.
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  Girls on Bikes – and Loving It

  20 May 2026 – One of the goals of Senior PE is to give students the confidence to enjoy outdoor activities beyond the classroom – with friends, with family, and on their own terms.
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  Age Quod Agis Awards – Term 2 2026

  19 May 2026 – Recognising ākonga who have demonstrated diligence, effort, and commitment to excellence across all areas of learning in Term 1.
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  Sacred Heart Girls Make Esports History

  6 May 2026 – Over ANZAC weekend, our school’s Valorant team made history – competing in New Zealand’s first-ever LAN Valorant Tournament at Auckland Armageddon 2026.
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  Summer Sports Awards

  5 May 2026 – Congratulations to all of our Sports Awards recipients – every certificate, colour badge, and trophy represents dedication, heart, and mahi well done.
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  Sacred Heart Alumna on the World Stage

  17 Apr 2026 – Former Sacred Heart Girls’ College Head Girl, Lushomo Thebe, is representing New Zealand on one of the world’s most significant platforms for gender equality.
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  Summer Tournament Week 2026

  23 Mar 2026 – Our girls competed the length and breadth of Aotearoa, and the results speak for themselves.
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  New Alumnae Website

  11 Mar 2026 – We are thrilled to introduce our brand new Alumnae website — a dedicated space for the wonderful women who have walked through our doors and carried the spirit of Sacred Heart with them ever since.
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  The Garden Party

  9 Mar 2026 – When the ground broke on our latest building project in late 2024, it sparked a question that felt too good not to act on - how do we celebrate this when it is completed? And more importantly, how do we share this moment with the women who have walked these halls?
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  Alumnae Spotlight

  16 Feb 2026 – We’re incredibly proud to share the remarkable achievements of two former Sacred Heart students who are now representing New Zealand on the international sporting stage.
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  2025 Touch Nationals

  16 Dec 2025 – What a campaign! Our girls showed grit, determination, and heart from start to finish. Here’s how it unfolded:
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  2026 House Leaders

  12 Dec 2025 – Congratulations to our 2026 House Leaders! View the full list here.
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  Celebrating Excellence and New Leadership

  9 Dec 2025 – On Friday, we celebrated the culmination of another successful year at our end-of-year Prizegiving ceremony.
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  Year 9 & 10 Retreats

  3 Dec 2025 – What better way to end the year than with retreat days filled with laughter, reflection, and new experiences? Our Year 9 and 10 students embraced the opportunity to pause, connect, and celebrate their growth.
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  Australia Bound

  5 Nov 2025 – Huge congratulations to Maddie Ace, Caitlin Sisterton and Blake McFarlane, who have been selected to represent New Zealand at the AASCF Australian International Championships.
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  Farewell and Best Wishes to Our Leavers

  5 Nov 2025 – As they approached the end of their time at Sacred Heart, our senior girls made the most of every precious moment together – celebrating their journey, their friendships, and all they have accomplished.
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  YES Waikato Winners!

  1 Nov 2025 – Four Year 13 students have turned a simple school footwear frustration into regional business success, taking out top honours at the Young Enterprise Scheme Regional Finals.
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  The wait is over!

  20 Oct 2025 – In July 2024, we broke ground on the Mahi Tahi Project. Today, this transformative new space finally came alive, filled with our students, staff, and community.
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  Age Quod Agis Awards – Term 4

  17 Oct 2025 – Recognising ākonga from Term 3 who have demonstrated a persistent attitude and effort across their learning.
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  A new chapter unveiled at Sacred Heart

  10 Oct 2025 – Sacred Heart Girls’ College is more than just a school; it is a community woven together by legacy, values, and vision. Now, with the transformation of its main entrance, the College has created an arrival experience that reflects not only who it is today, but why it continues to endure.
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  SHGC Cheer Team: Unstoppable

  20 Sep 2025 – Our incredible SHGC Cheer Eagles have done it again, dominating the Spring Carnival Event in Auckland, beating 14 other schools to claim the official National Schools Championship title.
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  Age Quod Agis Awards – Term 3

  8 Aug 2025 – Recognising ākonga from Term 2 who have demonstrated a persistent attitude and effort across their learning.
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  Rowing NZ U19 Development Team

  25 Jul 2025 – HUGE congratulations to our very own Georgia Kendrick, who has been competing in Michigan, USA, as part of the Rowing NZ U19 Development Team!
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  Spirit Week & Sacred Heart Day

  7 Jul 2025 – Term 2 ended on a high note with our Spirit Week and Sacred Heart Day celebrations, alongside our incredible Parcels of Hope mission drive.
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  Mission Cup Te Toa Tournament Weekend

  1 Jun 2025 – Sacred Heart Girls’ College, Napier, had the pleasure of hosting this year’s Mission Cup Te Toa Tournament. The weekend was pure magic, with fierce competition, incredible team spirit, and unforgettable memories with our sister schools!
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  GirlBoss Edge Sustainability Challenge

  30 May 2025 – During the April school holidays, over 300 young women from across New Zealand participated in an inspiring online programme called GirlBoss Edge: Sustainability.
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  Age Quod Agis Awards – Term 2

  30 May 2025 – Recognising ākonga from Term 1 who have demonstrated a persistent attitude and effort across their learning.
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  Rock of Ages: High School Edition

  14 May 2025 – After months of dedicated rehearsals and hard work, our students collaborated with St John’s College to deliver a spectacular production of “Rock of Ages: High School Edition.”
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  Georgia Kendrick is heading to the USA

  14 May 2025 – Year 13, Georgia Kendrick has been selected to represent Rowing New Zealand on the prestigious under-19 development team that will travel to the United States in July.
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  Duke of Edinburgh take on Whirinaki Forest

  28 Apr 2025 – On the 4th of April, the Silver and Gold Duke of Edinburgh group set out to complete a tramp in Whirinaki Forest.
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  From Car Park to Champion

  28 Apr 2025 – During the Maadi Regatta at Lake Karāpiro, Olympic rowing champion Michael Brake (as part of the Milford Maadi Moments Challenge Series) went head-to-head with Year 10 student Bobbie Wilson in a spontaneous sprint race... in the car park!
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  Message of Hope for Myanmar

  15 Apr 2025 – We came together as a Mission College to collect monetary donations to assist the Mission Sisters in their work after the Myanmar disaster. Through our collective efforts, we were able to raise $2000, a combined effort from the coin trail and KINDO donations.
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  End of an Era: Georgia & Lily reflect on their rowing achievements

  15 Apr 2025 – Two of our Year 13 students reflect on their remarkable journey and achievements with the SHGC Rowing Squad.
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  Summer Tournament Week

  2 Apr 2025 – Our students represented the school with pride and determination at various national competitions during Summer Tournament Week, from Wellington to Rotorua and Lake Karapiro to Takapoto Estate. See below for the wrap-up of the week!
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  Young and Up and Coming – Sienna Brown

  25 Mar 2025 – We love to celebrate the achievements of our Sacred Heart girls, and Sienna Brown (Class of 2022) is certainly giving us plenty to cheer about!
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  Gold & Silver Duke of Edinburgh Camp

  14 Mar 2025 – On 1st March, Gold & Silver Duke of Edinburgh students set out to Maratoto Valley, in the Coromandel Forest Park.
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  German Scholarship

  13 Mar 2025 – Congratulations to Vinda Somwatee (Year 11), one of our international students, who has been awarded a scholarship from the Goethe Institute.
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  Central Zone Track & Field Championships

  10 Mar 2025 – We hosted the Central Zone Track & Field Championships on Monday at Porritt Stadium.
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  Camp Discovery – Pirongia Forest Park

  22 Feb 2025 – In February, 25 international students attended Camp Discovery at the Pirongia Forest Park Lodge. The two-night excursion was packed with many exciting activities and valuable bonding experiences.
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  Athletics Day

  19 Feb 2025 –

  This annual event showcased our students’ energy, enthusiasm, and sportsmanship.

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  UN Youth NZ Global Development Tour 2025

  14 Jan 2025 – This year’s UN Youth Global Development Tour is an extraordinary opportunity for students to engage with global leaders, institutions, and pressing international issues.
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  2024 Prizegiving

  6 Dec 2024 – The end-of-year Prizegiving ceremony, held on Friday, 6th December, brought together Junior and Senior students in a single event to celebrate our united community.
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  From Schoolgirl to Star Driver

  26 Nov 2024 – Emily Johnson’s rapid rise in Harness Racing. Student from 2017 – 2020.
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  2024 Young Enterprise Awards

  11 Nov 2024 – This programme is designed to offer students a glimpse into the business world through the creation and operation of their own startup companies.
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  Celebrating our International Students

  8 Nov 2024 – As the season of exams and academic achievements rolls in, our students continue to shine in their pursuits.
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  Thanksgiving Mass

  7 Nov 2024 – Last Thursday, we gathered for our final Mass of the year, the Thanksgiving Mass. This event holds deep meaning for our Year 13 students as well as other students and staff who will be leaving us at the end of the year.
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  Age Quod Agis – Term 3

  23 Oct 2024 – Recognising ākonga who have demonstrated persistent attitude and effort across their learning.
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  Young Singers In Harmony Champions

  27 Sep 2024 – Young Singers In Harmony has grown to be one of the world’s most successful A cappella competitions. On Monday 23rd September Sacred Heart travelled to Wellington to defend their 2023 title.
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  Winter Tournament Week

  18 Sep 2024 – Winter Tournament Week once again highlighted the exceptional sporting talent at Sacred Heart, with this year’s impressive achievements setting an exciting precedent for next year.
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  Age Quod Agis – Term 2

  15 Aug 2024 – Recognising ākonga who have demonstrated persistent attitude and effort across their learning.
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  Australian Sports Tour Success

  5 Aug 2024 – In July, our SHGC teams from Netball, Football, Hockey, and the Sevens embarked on an exciting 8-day Sports Tour to Brisbane. The trip was a tremendous success, filled with competitive challenges, valuable experiences, and fun!
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  Cupcake Mania at the Culinary Fare

  5 Aug 2024 – Last term, a group of Level 1 & 2 students ventured off to the Culinary Fare, Waikato’s leading culinary competition, with cupcakes in hand, bring home some wonderful results!
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  Medals and Records broken in the Pool

  28 Jul 2024 – We’re beyond proud of our swimmers who competed at the NZ Secondary Schools Swimming Championships in Auckland at the end of July.
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  Dance Camp 2024

  13 Jun 2024 – Over three action-packed days, our talented senior dance students spent full days in Auckland learning new styles of dance from esteemed choreographers and bonded over shared passions and new adventures.
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  Heart Attack Barbershop Chorus Regional Champions

  10 Jun 2024 – Heart Attack Barbershop Chorus announced upper voice champions at the Waikato/Bay of Plenty Young Singers in Harmony on June 10.
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  Mission Cup Te Toa Shield Tournament 2024

  7 Jun 2024 – The Mission Cup (Netball) Te Toa Shield (Hockey) Tournament is a highly anticipated event on our college’s annual calendar, eagerly awaited by students and staff alike. This year, our Kura hosted our sister schools.
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  Positive Vibes Only

  30 May 2024 – As a country, we’re seeing increasing amounts of less-than-ideal conduct from spectators on the sidelines at Saturday sports. However, amidst these challenges, we’re thrilled to highlight the commendable efforts of our outstanding Sacred Heart Netball Committee.
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  Age Quod Agis Awards – Term 1

  14 May 2024 – Recognising ākonga who have demonstrated persistent attitude and effort across their learning.
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  Young Enterprise Scheme

  13 May 2024 – The BP Challenge was held in the Hall at the beginning of the month. A vibrant three-day workshop powered by the fantastic team of Ian Musson and Paul Newsom from the YES organisation (Young Enterprises Scheme). It is tailored for our Level 1 Commerce students.
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  Black Ferns National Anthem Singers

  11 May 2024 – Black Ferns vs USA game on Saturday, May 11
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  A Kitchen Table Chat

  3 May 2024 – This interview was kindly conducted by Lorraine Mooney (nee Noble), ex-student and teacher here at Sacred Heart Girls’ College. Lorraine sat down with Petrina Wagener (nee Mills) and Anne Mills (nee Webby) in an engaging look back at their time at the College.
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  Tupaia Tapasā Quest Competition

  12 Apr 2024 – The Pasifika culture is stronger than ever here at Sacred Heart Girls’ College, and this was proudly displayed at the recent Tupaia Tapasā Quest Competition at Waikato University.
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  That’s a wrap!

  12 Apr 2024 – This year’s Production was a massive success with sold-out shows of High School Musical at the Meteor Theatre.
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  International students – Camp Discovery

  28 Mar 2024 – The Sacred Heart Girls’ College Camp Discovery for our International students is always a wonderful experience and something unique to us.
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  To the Kaimais we go!

  26 Mar 2024 – At the beginning of March, 11 Silver Duke of Edinburgh participants took to the Kaimais!
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  Celebrating Our Academic Success

  19 Mar 2024 – On Tuesday, 12th March, we recognised the remarkable academic achievements of our top-ranked students following the conclusion of the 2023 NCEA examinations.
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  A Journey Through The Waikato War

  19 Mar 2024 – Recently, the Level 3 History class, accompanied by students from St John’s College, visited sites of historical significance to the Waikato Wars.
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  Athletics Day & Swimming Sports 2024

  5 Mar 2024 – Our Sports Leader, Chantal Dinan, wraps up our 2024 Athletics Day & Swimming Sports.
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  New Government Regulations for Student Phones

  31 Jan 2024 – The government has, via the Ministry of Education, recently implemented regulations aimed at mitigating disruptions caused by these devices.
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  2023 Special Awards recipients

  13 Dec 2023 – Please see below a list of all our Major Awards presented at the end of year Awards Ceremony on Friday 8th December 2023.
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  2024 leaders announced

  8 Dec 2023 – Congratulations to our 2024 Leaders announced at prizegiving last week.
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  Welcome Piri Hetet-Wairau

  17 Nov 2023 – This week we welcomed Piri into our Kura as she takes up the new role of our Leader of Learning: Te Ao Māori.
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  Year 13 Ball

  4 Nov 2023 – On Saturday 4th November, our Year 13’s finished off their year with the Annual Ball at the WINTEC Atrium, and what a night it was!
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  Our International Students visit Rotorua

  2 Nov 2023 – Recently, our Senior long-term international students have been studying for exams. Senior students who are not doing exams are taking part in a variety of fun and educational activities.
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  Altrusa Award Recipient

  30 Oct 2023 – Helen de Vries is the well-deserving recipient of the Altrusa Award for 2023 and attended a presentation with Hamilton Mayor, Paula Southgate.
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  Introducing our Rowing Captains

  26 Oct 2023 – We are pleased to announce Layla Annear and Sarah Healy as the incoming Rowing Captains for the upcoming Rowing Season.
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  Young Enterprise Awards

  24 Oct 2023 – Our Business Studies program at Sacred Heart Girls’ College has wrapped up the year with some fantastic accolades this year, taking out a major award, along with other acknowledgments.
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  Board of Trustees 2024 Student Representative

  20 Oct 2023 – Congratulations to Nyasha who has been elected to be the Student Representative on the Board of Trustees for 2024.
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  White Water Queen

  19 Oct 2023 – Year 9, Emily Nagel has had a hugely successful year in her chosen sport of Canoe Slalom and it just keeps getting better with these recent results.
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  High Achievers Music Competition

  11 Oct 2023 – On Wednesday, October 11th the Music Department held its annual High Achievers Music Competition judged by the esteemed judges Amanda Reid, Isabella Reid and Corilin Frost, who commented “The standard seems to get higher and higher each year”.
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  Cheerleading Champions!

  17 Sep 2023 – Cheerleading at Sacred Heart is alive and strong! Meet your current National Champs!
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  Swimming Sports is back!

  10 Sep 2023 – It was so wonderful this year to welcome back our Swimming Sports, after 2 years of COVID interruptions!
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  NZ Fashion Week Debut

  5 Sep 2023 – Year 9 Erin Hewins impresses onlookers at the Young Designers Fashion Show at NZ Fashion Week.
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  2023 Winter Tournament Wrap-Up

  3 Sep 2023 – Our Director of Sport, Mark McAlley reflects on our successes from the 2024 Winter Tournament Week.
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  Equestrian – Secondary School Champs!

  1 Sep 2023 – After a tremendously successful Winter Tournament week in Taupo, our SHGC Equestrian Team proudly returned to Hamilton, adding a couple of well-deserved trophies to our sports cabinet.
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  Fun at the (Educational) Fair!

  27 Aug 2023 – Collette Tuioti represented our school, as well as St John’s College, at the Study with New Zealand Education Fair in Bangkok.
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  Chanel Shield 2023

  23 Aug 2023 – The annual public speaking and drama competition for the five colleges in the Hamilton Catholic Diocese – was held in Tauranga on Friday and Saturday.
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  International Alumni Catchup

  23 Aug 2023 – International Director, Collette Tuioti, is on a marketing trip to Thailand and South Korea to make connections and promote our school in those markets.
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  Ministerial Youth Advisory Group

  17 Aug 2023 – The Youth Advisory Group (YAG), acts as a way for the youth of Aotearoa to share their experiences and perspectives on education with the Minister of Education.
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  Extreme Experiences

  16 Aug 2023 – In early July, Year 13 Savanna van der Lee and 59 other secondary students from across Aotearoa participated in ’Entrepreneurs in Action’ (EIA)
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  Koga Secondary School Visit

  7 Aug 2023 – Fifty visiting Japanese students had a wonderful insight into our school today through song, stories and dance!
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  Waikato Rugby Rep Squads

  2 Aug 2023 – Congratulations to five of our Sacred Heart students who have made the Under 16s and Under 18s Waikato Rugby Squad.
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  Warm Welcome to New International Students

  1 Aug 2023 – Welcome to students from Taiwan and Japan.
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  Students Shine at the National Brass Band Competition

  24 Jul 2023 – Three SHGC students competed in the New Zealand National Brass Band Competitions in Dunedin in the holidays.