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A past to celebrate, a future to embrace EV ENTS PROGR A MME A ND R EGISTR ATION FOR M 16 – 24 M AY 2019
Dear Old Boy, current and past
parent and member of the wider
Grammar community,
It is almost here - May 2019 is only one year form class will donate 150 hours service. Starting this year, our
Form 3, Form 4, Form 5 and Form 7 students will take part in a
away and we are counting down to Auckland
series of community service activities. Next year, the Form 7
Grammar School’s 150th birthday celebrations. students (this year’s Form 6) will continue with more activities.
Inside this booklet you will find information Please watch out for further information about our 150 hours
on how to register and a description of each of giving back project.
the events created to celebrate this significant In addition to this hard copy registration and information booklet,
moment in the School’s history. you can access further information via the 150th website:
grammar150th.ags.school.nz. For example, you can:
An enormous amount of work has gone into bringing you a
celebration you can be proud of. The events, of which the vast • Register online,
majority are free to access, are for you, your family and friends • find out who else is coming along; and
to attend. We want to see as many Old Boys and their families
coming along as possible. • if you are travelling to Auckland, Oliver Faull ‘93 from
Swiss-Belhotels is offering a discount for all Old Boys making
The 150th is not just a series of events. Wrapped around this bookings at Victoria Park Suites or if you are making a longer
special celebratory week are a couple of enduring legacy projects holiday, at Pounamu in Queenstown.
appropriate for a sesquicentenary. One of these is a fit-for-
purpose Archive office, the other an online Archive database and If you would like to speak to a member of the 150th team,
online library of Old Boy video recordings. please contact:
Over the past 149 years, Grammar has amassed an enormous Felicity Rosenberg, 150th Co-ordinator +64 9 623 5400 extn: 560
amount of archival material – blazers, caps, medals, photographic Christina Wilkinson, 150th Secretary +64 9 623 5400
and video material which has been kept in various storage spaces
The 150th Office is operating from the Development Office at
around the School. Now a dedicated Archive is being fitted out in
4 Barnett Crescent and you are very welcome to drop by during
the Main Block on the floor above the C floor. At the same time,
normal working hours. There is some guest car parking available.
the Archivist is uploading all the digitised Main Hall photographs
onto Future Pic, an online platform for you to view. Through Remember to purchase your piece of 150th memorabilia. You
this online system you will be able to view old photographs and can visit the 150th shop via the website and purchase the 150th
re-read copies of the School Chronicle and School List from as tie, cufflinks or other Grammar branded clothing.
far back as 1882. This trove of historical data will continue to be
Our thanks are extended to our 150th partners who have been
added to so that you will be able to view the rich heritage that
with us for the past three years. Their financial and pro-bono
Grammar has.
support has been legend and we encourage you to read about
Meanwhile an oral historian has been capturing the lives and these companies, their staff, and their products in this booklet or
images of some of our most significant Old Boys. You can view via the 150th website.
online their stories and anecdotes of their time at Grammar and
We very much look forward to seeing you in 12 months’ time,
their personal and professional lives.
if not before at one of the Towards 150th events which we will
Plans are underway also for the 2,500 current students to be be hosting around New Zealand, Australia, the United States or
involved through the 150th community service project. Based in the United Kingdom. We look forward to you joining us as
on the calculation that on average there are 30 students per together we celebrate 150 years of Auckland Grammar School.
classroom with each young man giving five hours service, each
Per Angusta Ad Augusta.
Scott Milne ’69 Jeff Blackburn ’67 Tim O’Connor David Dickinson ‘84
150th Chairman Board of Trustees Chairman Headmaster AGSOBA PresidentThank you to our wonderful
150th partners and supporters
ASB FUJI XEROX
In 1847, at 7pm on Saturday 5 June the Auckland Savings Bank, Fuji Xerox is a global brand synonymous with leadership in
New Zealand’s first savings bank, opened on Queen St. The first document services. They provide state-of-the-art digital printing
meeting was held in the store of Campbell & Brown. Sir John technologies, enterprise document solutions and business
Logan Campbell, was a leading supporter of both the bank and processes, outsourced services and supplies. Locally, Fuji Xerox
the early plans to establish Auckland Grammar School. established its presence in New Zealand in 1964 and is part of the
Xerox and Fuji Xerox group of companies.
Today, known as ASB, the bank has pledged to serve the
community; to grow; and to help kiwis grow. As Auckland They partner with senior executives and business owners
Grammar School’s primary banking partner for several years, ASB throughout New Zealand to help them find innovative and low-
has committed to helping create a banking relationship which will risk document and digital print solutions that drive greater agility,
enable the School to embrace the future. visibility, sustainability and overall efficiency.
ASB Bank’s Mukesh Patel, is a former Auckland Grammar Auckland Grammar School has had a relationship with Fuji for
School student from 1993, and is looking forward to the 150th over 15 years, and the Old Boy connections continue with many
celebration. key staff appointments being past students, or are associated
through family relationships.
“ASB has a great relationship with Auckland Grammar School and
we are proud to provide high quality service and solutions as we “We are very proud of our long association with Auckland
assist them shape future generations,” Mukesh says. Grammar School. We both have a long history of innovation and
are committed to playing our role in creating great outcomes for
New Zealand people and businesses. We look forward to being
part of the 150th celebrations.”
Website: www.asb.co.nz – Steve Caunce, General Manager Brand & Communications
BARFOOT & THOMPSON
In 1923, Val Barfoot bought a tiny, run-down Newmarket land Website: www.fujixerox.co.nz/en/company
agency for just £75 and called the company “V. Barfoot Land
Agent”. A year later he was joined by his older brother Kelland
and the name changed to “Barfoot Bros”. In 1934 the Barfoot
GR AMMAR ELECTRICAL
brothers were joined by Maurice Thompson and in 1940 the The Dempsey family and Auckland Grammar School old boys
business became “Barfoot & Thompson” as we know it today. John, Aaron, and Carl, have been supporting local homes and
businesses for the last 70 years. Setting out to become the
Val’s sons Timothy entered Grammar in 1942, followed by
best electricians in Auckland and growing through customer
Chris in 1944 and Garth in 1949. Meanwhile in 1946, Richard
testimonials, their team of Auckland electricians are experts in all
Thompson also entered Grammar, and his son Peter in 1976.
types of electrical installation and maintenance. Running a fast-
This long association with Grammar on both sides of the family
paced team isn’t easy, but by staying committed to keeping up
has seen enormous support and interest in the School’s future
with new technology and industry knowledge they’ve kept their
development.
electricians affordable and efficient.
Now after more than 90 years of business, Barfoot & Thompson
“Auckland Grammar was a huge part of our family growing
is Auckland’s leading real estate agency, selling in one in three
up and we’re just grateful to have grown the business to the
Auckland homes. The company is still family owned and run and
point where we can really give back and support the School and
has a team of over 1,700 residential and commercial salespeople,
community. We just went heads down to deliver really great
plus property management and body corporate services.
service and it’s all working out quite nicely”
“Barfoot & Thompson is immensely proud of its close partnership – Aaron Dempsey, CEO
with Auckland Grammar. Like us, Grammar is an institution
Call Aaron and the team at Grammar Electrical to book residential,
with strong values at its core and with the highest of standards.
industrial or commercial electricians.
Whichever of the School’s endeavors we are supporting, it is
always a great privilege to be able to give back to the School that
has provided so many members of our founding families with an
education. Congratulations Auckland Grammar on 150 years.” Website: www.grammarelectrical.co.nz
– Peter Thompson Phone: 0508 443 247
Open 24/7
Website: www.barfoot.co.nzEXPRESS PLUMBING MATASSA
A full-service plumbing solution, Express Plumbing has more than From humble beginnings, over 20 years ago. Matassa Property
18 years of experience plumbing. Employing over 200 staff, Phil Services has gained an envious reputation in the Auckland
Wong leads one of Auckland’s largest plumbing operations. Region.
“We have been working with Grammar for about eight years They have grown from being a painting & decorating company
now,” said Director, Phil Wong,” in that time we have provided to becoming a multi-trade maintenance service company. Their
plumbing, drainage, roofing, gas and small civil engineering work passion for quality is matched by their commitment to safety and
on site. What we really enjoy about our work with Grammar the environment. They especially care about their people, the
is that the relationships we have with other suppliers, such as places they work and their responsibility to the community.
Matassa, means we know each other really well and can ensure
Matassa consists of senior contracts managers, site supervisors
our teams work together to achieve a great outcome.”
and qualified trade staff. Combining this with an endorsed
subcontract network consisting of a large number of reliable,
certified licensed professionals they are able to provide a
Contact: phil@expressplumbing.co.nz seamless maintenance solution, for residential, commercial,
educational and industrial businesses.
Matassa proudly supports Auckland Grammar Schools’ 150th
NZ UNIFORMS
anniversary, and their commitment in developing and nurturing
NZ Uniforms started business in 1994 supplying sports uniforms ethical hard working young men within the community.
to teams for both on and off field wear. Since then the company Congratulations.
has grown to one of the largest uniform suppliers in New Zealand
in both the school and sports uniform space with 14 retail shops
throughout the country.
Website: www.matassapropertyservices.co.nz
NZ Uniforms ’why’ is to make uniforms universally accessible
giving everybody the opportunity to present their brand and image
to its full potential. Our team keep our ‘why’ front and centre ACE K ARE CLEANING SERVICES
every day. Our goal is to make you look good!
Ace Kare Cleaning Services is one of Auckland’s leading school
NZ Uniforms have been the proud suppliers of sports and PE cleaning providers. Established in 1995, founding director Mr
uniforms to the Auckland Grammar shop since 2008. Michael Lah now has various Auckland’s major schools contracted
“Our relationship with Auckland Grammar is one I am extremely with his company – of which his longest standing clients have
proud of. I enjoy nothing more than seeing Grammar boys on the been with him for 20 years. In fact, this long-term relationship
sports field wearing their uniform with pride and knowing that NZ also extends to many of his staff who have equally been with him
Uniforms have played a role in that. It makes it all worthwhile. for a similar period of time. Business has built up over the years
Best wishes to Auckland Grammar on your upcoming 150th due to word-of-mouth because of the care Michael and his team
anniversary. An achievement to be truly celebrated”. take in building relationships and having a genuine interest in
– David Bunnell, CEO, NZ Uniforms. supporting their clients’ working environments.
“Although Auckland Grammar School is not our biggest client –
the prestige that it carries in our client portfolio is very important.
We are proud to be associated with Grammar and what the
Website: www.nzuniforms.com
School represents over the past 149 years. It is a privilege to
work with the Grammar team and we look forward to being with
them for many years to come,” says Mr Michael Lah, Director.
Contact: Jay Lee 09 479 1011R AINGER & ROLF INVIVO WINES
Rainger & Rolfe is a full service creative agency with specialist Founded by a couple of Grammar Old Boys Tim Lightbourne ’89
expertise in driving consumer engagement and customer loyalty. and Rob Cameron ‘89 that liked New Zealand wine so much they
started a winery to make some – whatever it took. Like it says in
Based in Parnell, Auckland, Rainger & Rolf are a young agency
their ads, their first vintages really were made from “Grapes, time
offering fresh thinking, fresh energy and a fresh approach.Digital,
and two maxed out credit cards!”
CRM, CX, social, branded-content, search, data, mobile and
new media solutions are frequently key elements in the mix. Invivo create approachable wines that appeal both to wine
Director, Ant Rainger and Jen Rolf created their company in 2014 newbies and connoisseurs, all without the unnecessary
bringing together a team of creatives with some dynamic clients complexity often associated with wine. In 2012, Invivo was
including University of Otago, Auckland Zoo, NZ Post and Craigs named a Deloitte’s Fast 50 Company, and New Zealand’s fastest
Investment Partners. Ant is a parent with his youngest son growing winery. In 2015, they were the first (and are still
now Deputy Head Prefect and two older sons who are Old Boys the only) New Zealand winery to equity crowdfund, setting a
studying at university. Southern Hemisphere equity crowdfunding record along the way.
They’re also well known for their partnership with UK chat show
Rainger & Rolfe is proud to support Auckland Grammar because
king Graham Norton.
of the deep trust we have in the School’s commitment to quality
education and strong family values. On a personal level, with “As Grammar Old Boys we are very proud to be associated with
three boys, we have seen first-hand their maturity journey and the school and look forward to the events celebrating Auckland
we unconditionally ascribe a large part of that to their Auckland Grammar’s 150th”
Grammar education. – Tim Lightbourne ’89, Invivo Wines Cofounder
– Ant Rainger, Polly Hudson
Website: www.raingerandrolfe.co.nz
Website: www.invivowines.com
3 WISE MEN - DRESSING GR AMMAR OLD
BOYS SINCE 2004. POLY TAN
Recently, Grammar parent Richard Miles convinced his two Polytan is the provider of choice for the design, construction,
business partners – one a King’s College Old Boy, the other out manufacture, installation and maintenance of synthetic sports
of Wanganui Collegiate (they came into line quickly of course) surfaces across Asia Pacific. The key Polytan difference is that
– that they should get in behind Grammar’s 150th celebrations. they control the entire process, from beginning to end. They
Together they have sourced exclusive clothing items for the offer innovative, high-quality custom-built solutions that meet
school that will ensure our Old Boys can continue to wear the client needs, and international sporting bodies’ standards, every
Lion with pride today and into the future. time. As installers of the World Rugby/FiFA approved all-purpose
Established in 2004, 3 Wise Men offers quality men’s gear at synthetic surface known as the #3 field, the 2016 project now
affordable prices with “just the right amount of fashion”, says allows for year-round games of rugby and lacrosse in the winter,
Richard. ”We describe 3 Wise Men as traditional with a twist touch rugby and football in the summer.
which we think also perfectly sums up Grammar itself.”
Website: www.polytan.com.au
Website: www.3wisemen.co.nzAuckland Grammar School
150th Events Programme 2019
Your registration pack will include a SAT UR DAY 18 M AY School Tours
named lanyard, a programme of events Prefects’ Brunch and ‘Honorary’ From the front Steps, Main Building
over the week and map of the School. Prefects! 12.00pm – 3.00pm
Lanyards should be worn to all events. Marquee on the O-Zone No charge but registration essential.
10.00am – 11.30am Join one of our Prefects on a guided tour
THURSDAY 16 M AY $30.00 pp of our School and discover what’s new.
Registrations Collection Meet with your peers and catch up over a 30 minute tours run continuously.
Old Boys’ Pavilion casual café style breakfast. Tibbs House Old Boys’ Reunion
10.00am – 5.00pm School Tours 5.30 - 10.00pm
Collect your lanyard and pre-ordered From the Marquee on the O-Zone $100.00 pp
memorabilia. 10.00am -1.00pm Please join us at 5.30pm for drinks and
60 years and Vintage Reunion No charge, but registration essential. photos at Tibbs House, followed by a sit-
Marquee on O-Zone Join one of our Prefects on a guided tour down dinner at 7.00pm in the Marquee.
11.00am – 2.00pm of our School and discover what’s new.
$70.00 pp 30 minute tours run continuously. MONDAY 20 M AY, T UESDAY 21
Join us for a tour and luncheon for our M AY, W EDNESDAY 22 M AY
1st XI Hockey and Football Invitational
senior Old Boys. Matches Performance Nights
Past and Current Staff and Board Hockey Turf and #3 Field Start: 7.00 pm
Members' Reception 10.00am Centennial Theatre
Staff Common Room, Main Building The Grammar community is welcome to $15.00 pp
5.30pm – 8.30pm attend these invitational matches. Everyone is welcome to see the boys
No charge, but registration essential. Morning and afternoon tea is available to perform in a wide ranging display of
A wonderful opportunity to reconnect with buy at the Marquee on the O-Zone. artistic talent.
current and past staff and governance The Annual Grammar vs King’s College
bodies while mixing and mingling with THURSDAY 23 M AY
1st XV Rugby Match
guests from our kindred schools. #1 Field Grandfathers, Fathers and Sons
2.45pm Intergenerational Breakfast
FR IDAY 17 M AY The Grammar community is welcome to Eden Park
Registration Collection attend. 6.45am – 8.30am
Old Boys’ Pavilion Show your colours and purchase your $35.00 pp
10.00am – 4.00pm 150th Grammar School supporter scarf Join us for an inspirational
Collect your lanyard and pre-ordered (see registration form). intergenerational breakfast at Eden Park
memorabilia. Practise your old Grammar chants! with guest speakers.
150th Special Assembly Grammar/Kings’ After-Match Beer and Burgers for Younger Old Boys
Great Hall, Main Building Great Hall, Main Building 6.30pm onwards
2.30pm – 3.30pm 4.30pm – 6.30pm The Good Home (Old Normanby Pub)
No charge, but registration essential. $55.00 pp 37 Normanby Rd, Mount Eden
Old Boys, current and past parents. Invited guests, Old Boys and partners, $35.00 pp and Cash Bar
Join us at this special civic ceremony for current and past staff, parents and friends. Includes complimentary first drink and
the ground breaking of Te Ara Matauranga. Come and join us for a drink and traditional bar snacks.
Listen to guest speakers and hear our new match de-brief. Hosted by the Auckland Grammar Old
musical items composed especially to Boys’ Association.
mark the 150th Anniversary. SUNDAY 19 M AY Get together a group of your friends and
peers and come and enjoy an evening at
150th Cocktail Party Thanksgiving Service
‘the pub’.
Marquee on O-Zone Great Hall, Main Building
4.00pm – 8.00pm 11.00am
$50.00 pp No charge, but registration essential. FR IDAY 24 M AY
Old Boys, current and past staff - partners The Grammar community is welcome to Grand Finale 150th Celebration Dinner
welcome. share this special service to commemorate Eden Park
Reconnect and reminisce with old friends 150 years of dedication and commitment North Lounge, Level 5
and classmates and enjoy a special to education and service at Grammar, and 6.30 for 7.00pm start to midnight
“Grammar Cocktail”. to give thanks. $300 pp
Decade Photos Public Open Day and International Black tie/cocktail dress
4.00pm – 6.00pm Food Fair Old Boys and partners, current and past
Concrete steps outside Old Boys’ Pavilion 12.00pm – 4.00pm parents and friends.
Photos may be ordered on line. Everyone is invited to see the School To conclude in grand style Grammar’s
in action. Join guided tours (Korean 150th celebrations, join us for dinner,
and Mandarin offered), enjoy musical dancing and entertainment.
entertainment, the International Food Fair
and much more.Auckland Grammar School
150th Registration Form
All Old Boys, Past and Current Staff, Parents and Friends of Auckland Grammar School
are warmly invited to attend our 150th Celebrations from
Thursday 16 May to Friday 24 May 2019
You can register by completing this form OR by registering on-line: grammar150th.ags.school.nz
PERSONAL DETAILS
Title Address
Initials
First Names City Postcode
Preferred First Name Country (only if you reside outside NZ)
Surname Years Attended
to
Mobile No Landline Number (if no mobile phone)
Email Address
Please advise of any dietary requirements ie allergies Please advise of any special needs ie access
You are welcome to bring up to two guests to any of the social events on this registration. Please let us know their names as
this is required for their lanyard. For additional guests a separate registration will be required.
Guest’s First Name Guest’s Surname OB
Y / N
Guest’s First Name Guest’s Surname OB
Y / N
Please advise of any dietary requirements for your guests Please advise of any special needs for your guests
ie allergies ie access
With your permission, your name will be listed on our 150th celebrations website under “Who’s Coming”
I do not wish my name to be listed as attending I am happy for my details to be shared with the
AGS Old Boys’ Association
Association to Grammar (if not Old Boy) YearsREGISTR ATION
The following pages allow you to register for the individual events.
Some events are free but we appreciate you indicating your attendance to assist with numbers and catering.
Named lanyards will be provided which will include a programme of events over the week and map of the School.
The lanyards are easily distinguishable and should be worn to all events.
PROGR A MME OF EV ENTS No. Attending Cost PP Total
All Events Administration Fee (for up to three guests) 1 $40.00 $40.00
Thursday 16 May 60 Years and Vintage Reunion $70.00
Past and Current Staff and Board Members Reception n/c
Please register here
Friday 17 May 150th Special Assembly n/c
Please register here
150th Cocktail Party $50.00 $
Saturday 18 May Prefects’ Brunch and ‘Honorary’ Prefects!! $30.00 $
School Tours from the Marquee: 10.00am - 1.00pm n/c
Please register here
1st XI Hockey and Football Invitational Matches n/c
The Annual Grammar vs. King’s College 1st XV Rugby Match n/c
150th Grammar School Supporter Scarf $40.00 $
Grammar/King’s After Match (limited tickets) $55.00 $
Sunday 19 May Thanksgiving Service n/c
Please register here
Public Open Day and International Food Fair n/c
School Tours: Front Steps Main Building n/c
Please register here
Tours also available in Korean and Mandarin
Tibbs House Old Boys’ Reunion $100.00 $
Monday 20 May Performance Night $15.00 $
Tuesday 21 May Performance Night $15.00 $
Wednesday 22 May Performance Night $15.00 $
Thursday 23 May Grandfathers, Fathers and Sons Intergenerational Breakfast $35.00 $
Beer and Burgers for Younger Old Boys $35.00 $
Friday 24 May Grand Finale 150th Celebration Dinner (individual) $300.00
Grand Finale 150th Celebration Dinner (table of 10) $3000.00 $
Total $
PAY MENT METHOD
Enclosed is a cheque payable to Auckland Grammar School
I wish to pay by Credit Card: Visa MasterCard On-Line Banking
Cardholder’s Name:
Card Number: CVV No:
Expiry Date: / Total Amount: $
Signature:
On-Line Banking: Bank Account No: Your Reference: (Year/Surname/Initials) Total Amount:
12-3011-0156506-000 $
Please return this registration form to:
Auckland Grammar School 150th Celebrations, Private Bag 99930 Newmarket, Auckland 1149, NZ
or email a scanned PDF to Felicity Rosenberg: f.rosenberg@ags.school.nz
Registrations close on Wednesday 1 May 2019 unless otherwise indicated or maximum numbers met.You can also read
