In Week 7 the Kātua Team travelled to Hanmer Springs and spent 5 days (4 nights) embracing new friendships, mixing and mingling across the Year 7 and 8 group, and enjoying a variety of activities.

 We greatly appreciated the parent support from day visitors to overnight parents. We thank you for taking the time to visit/transport/supervise/serve and support the Kātua Teachers and Students. We would especially like to thank Emma Godfrey for her tireless effort in the Kitchen - creating an incredible menu for 108 student mouths!! The week was an incredible success and we are very proud of our Kātua Team and the interpersonal and inclusive skills they put to the test for the week away.

Konstantin- "I enjoyed Hanmer Springs because no matter the weather it was still enjoyable."

Charlie Cadillac- "I liked Hanmer Springs because there was so much sun."

Toby K- "I enjoyed it because there were different activities."

Isla Menzies- "I liked going to the pools at the end of the day to relax."

Grace C- "I liked Hanmer Springs because it gave you a chance to get to know everyone in the Kātua team."

Hamish O - "Hanmer Camp put us out of our comfort - we reached out of the box to do things we don't normally do, I liked the Bush craft because it was different and interesting."

Rosalie- "I liked Hanmer because there were 'out of the box' activities like the fashion show and Masterchef."

Marcus- "I liked Hanmer Springs because it was tranquil and you could get away from everything."

Thomas To- "I enjoyed Hanmer Springs camp because it had a lovely vibe."

Brenden- "I enjoyed Hanmer Springs because I could share how my imagination works - how I think - especially during Mission Impossible."

Ellie- "I enjoyed Hanmer camp because you could be independent and try new things."

Ruby- "It was an escape from siblings."

Sophie- "I liked Hanmer Springs because you had a chance to try everything."