On 13 May we held the 2021 PTA AGM in the Whare Mātuaranga. Everyone enjoyed the drinks and nibbles.

The first part of the meeting was the AGM with no changes to the president, secretary or treasurer. These positions are held by myself, Lindy Mc Gregor and Hayley Holt respectively. We also welcomed three new members which is wonderful.

The main topic to discuss was the recent successful school gala held at the end of last term. For new families this is the main fundraiser for our school, held every two years. It was a beautiful night with plenty of stalls, fun activities, food, entertainment and fun. The theme was “The World at our Doorstep.” With the aim to celebrate the diversity and culture of our school. The highlight for me was getting a beautiful henna pattern on my arm and also the delicious food. Seeing everyone so happy - apart from a few people terrified after experiencing the Haunted House. It was a fabulous event which I was very proud to be a part of. We were delighted to make over $12,000. This of course was made possible by staff, students, parents and generous donations from local businesses.

Ballantynes, Bangkok Recipe, BP, Brian Denny Optomestrist, Campbells Butchery, Columbus Coffee (Mitre 10), Criterian, Design Federation, Farmlands, Golden Fox, Guthrie Bowron, Harbour Street Collective, Health 2000, Inspirationz, Last Post, Mathers, McDiarmids, Mico, My Skin and Beauty, Oamaru Pharmacy, Oamaru Sports, The Veterinary Centre, Peter Pan, Placemakers, Preen, Real Food Pantry, Riverstone, Roost, Rose's General Store, Short Black, Steam Punk, Soul Surf Skate, Subway, Super Liquor, Sutherlands, Suzuki - Young Motors,Taste, Temptations Bakery, Trade Aid, Victor Nelson, Waitaki Interiors, Whitestone Cheese, The Natural Dairy, Rainbow Confectionery , Mark Dorsey Electrician, B & S Hamilton, JH Hunt Ltd, Neal Family, R & M Hutchinson, Tutu Hill Cakes, Streeter’s Concept, House of Breakthrough

We have also just made $1300 at the Lugo Bricktopia event in the last school holidays. Thanks again to everyone who got involved and helped make this fabulous family event possible.

There have been some changes made to our meeting with the time of each meeting now 5.30pm on the 1st Thursday of the month. Everyone welcome- bring a friend! The next meeting is Thursday 1 July 5.30 pm in the Whare Mātuaranga/ library. We also want to start sharing more of our news so look out for more from us in future newsletters and also on a new Facebook page.

We will be helping out at the combined school formal this Saturday night. Then the next school event you will see us at is House Choirs on 9 July. We will be selling raffles, drinks and ice creams so bring some coins! The theme for the night is colours- each house will sing a set piece and chosen piece. It’s a great night out- see you there.

Liz King