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Learning about ANZAC Day in ESOL

This week the theme for all ESOL students was the history and importance of ANZAC Day.

In the Morning, We Remembered Them

Today, the entire school community gathered for the annual ANZAC service, a solemn and significant occasion in the Otago Boys’ High School calendar, as we came together to honour those who served and ...

2026 Wairua Pūhou Tākaro Māori Holiday P...

The 2026 Wairua Pūhou Tākaro Māori Holiday Programme was a vibrant and successful two-day event, empowering rangatahi to lead and inspire tamariki through a range of engaging cultural and physical act...

Victoria University Info Session

Our University Liaison Officer from Victoria University will be hosting an information session for Year 13 students interested in studying at Victoria.

Gateway Placement 2026

Jack James is hosted by Farra Engineering.

Internal assessments

Below is a list of internal assessments that are due to be submitted next week.

A Message from the Rector

I was asked this week why we still do an ANZAC service. "Because it is part of our DNA," I replied.

Relay for Life 2026

Relay for Life is on Saturday, 2 May this year.

Slam Dunk Success in Germany

Year 13 student Harry Townsend, who recently returned from Mannheim, Germany, after representing New Zealand on the international stage.

Global Rowing Experience in Chengdu

Two of our rowers, Leo Garden and Hunter Ruxton, made the most of a unique opportunity over the school holidays, taking part in an outstanding rowing development and cultural experience in Chengdu, Ch...

Upholding Academic Integrity with Exam.n...

We are committed to ensuring that our students' assessments reflect their genuine knowledge and effort.

Students of the Term - Term 1, 2026

We would like to announce the Students of the Term for Term One.

Rising Star: Crew Heading to the Nationa...

After an absolute powerhouse of a season, our very own Crew Wilson is heading away to Palmerston North this week to compete at the highest level of youth softball!

Hostel Happenings

Sunday afternoon saw boys arriving back into School House, their body language exuding obvious enthusiasm as they rejoined their mates.

National Success Earns Henry Internation...

Year 12 student Henry Hodgson has been selected for the New Zealand Orienteering team and will compete at the European Youth Orienteering Championships being held in Slovenia in June.

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Pacific Health Science Academy EXPO

With eighteen participating health-related programmes from both the University of Otago and Otago Polytechnic we are looking forward to welcoming Pacific students from Year 9 to Year 13.

OBHS Parents' Association Meeting Update

The special OBHS Parents' Association meeting to discuss the Health Curriculum Review has been postponed. A new date is to be confirmed.

2026 TOA Scholarships

The TOA Scholarships are now open for the 2026 intake. These scholarships are available to current students in Years 12 and 13 for the 2026 academic year.

Wānanga Days 2026

Senior Wānanga Days will be held in weeks 3 and 4 this term.