Congratulations to the Staff Football team, who were the winners of the Docherty Cup 6-2 in the annual match against the Prefects played at lunchtime today. The match saw the staff continue their unbeaten run in Docherty Cup fixtures since the cup was first presented in 2019.

The combined Palmerston North Boys' High School and Palmerston North Girls' High School Development team were the winners of the Development Grade at the recent Manawatū-Horowhenua Secondary Schools Regional Kī O Rahi Tournament.  This morning at assembly, Benji Robson presented the trophy to the school on behalf of the team.

Jonty Williamson – International Mountain Biking Success

Jonty Williamson recently returned from an impressive international campaign across Europe and North America, representing the professional Yeti Factory team. Competing in elite junior mountain biking events, Jonty delivered outstanding performances, including winning silver in the Switzerland Cup and bronze in the Canada Cup.

As a first-year junior, Jonty distinguished himself by finishing as the highest-ranked rider in his category at the conclusion of the World Series. This is a remarkable achievement and highlights his potential on the global stage.

Looking ahead, Jonty will once again head overseas next season to compete with the Yeti Factory Team. With the experience and confidence gained from this year’s campaign, he is well-positioned to build on his success and continue making his mark in international competition.

To cap off an outstanding year-to-date, Jonty was last named as the Student Athlete of the Year at the Manawatū Secondary Schools Sports Awards.

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Thursday, October 23

If you are attending tutorials you must be in full and correct school uniform.

At assembly this morning Stirling Lumby, captain of the Junior A Canoe Polo team, presented to the school the trophy for the Central West Regional Canoe Polo tournament, won by the team at the weekend.

Thank you to Mr Higgie, who presented this week's book review in assembly this morning. Mr Higgie reviewed the espionage thriller Box 88, written by Charles Cumming. Box 88, along with the other books in the series, is available in the PNBHS Library.

Congratulations to Jackson Bleakley, who is the winner of a canteen voucher in this week's Book Bingo draw.

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Thank you to Henry Bovey, who presented to the school about the life and legacy of Fred Hollows. Unfortunately, because of the poor weather forecast for lunchtime today, the fundraising sausage sizzle has been postponed to Friday lunchtime.