Dilworth School

11/10/2026

Mōrena, and welcome to Term Four at Dilworth!

It’s pouring with rain, but that isn’t stopping a busy start to the term across the school. As Headmaster, Mr Reddiex put it at assembly today

"This is a term where every choice and every moment counts."

This week, preliminary exams get underway. Coming up soon: Market Day, the annual Sports Awards next week, and our Art and Tech Exhibition to look forward to.

Over the holidays, huge congratulations go to our Premier Basketball Team, who finished 6th in the country at Nationals after some big wins along the way, landing one of the best-ever results for Dilworth.

And we are delighted that Year 13 drama student Jesse Tima, who attended an SGCNZ workshop over the holidays, has since been selected to attend the Globe Theatre in London next year. Amazing!

Looking forward to a great final term together!

08/10/2026

From the classroom to a career in software development, Henry Wang (Class of 2020) has built his path by embracing opportunities, exploring his strengths, and staying open to new experiences.

With support from dedicated teachers, mentoring through the Staples Education Foundation, and valuable work experience along the way, Henry is now a Software Developer at NZX, helping redevelop the organisation's website.

His advice to current students?

"Give everything a try and encourage your friends to do the same. Collectively, what a great environment it creates when everyone is trying their best."

Read more about Henry’s Journey here.
https://www.dilworth.school.nz/news/finding-his-path-from-dilworth-to-software-development/

For Henry Wang (Class of 2020), discovering the right career path wasn’t about having all the answers from the outset. It was about being willing to try things, recognising his strengths, and making the most of the people and opportunities around him.

06/10/2026

We are incredibly grateful to the Hugo Charitable Trust for their vital, ongoing support of the Dilworth - Royal School Dungannon Bruce Stewart KC Tutorships.

This partnership is deeply significant to us here at Dilworth as it honours the late Bruce Stewart KC (Class of 1971) - a proud Dilworth Old Boy, Rhodes Scholar, and founding trustee of the Hugo Charitable Trust. Bruce’s lifelong dedication to service and education lives on in every one of our students who travel to RSD to learn, lead, grow, and, we are sure, generally have a wonderful time!

Thank you to the Hugo Charitable Trust for believing in our young men and helping us keep this cherished tradition alive.

We look forward to announcing the 2027 recipients at this year’s Prize Giving.

Read more here: https://www.dilworth.school.nz/our-community/our-supporters/

Whether through donations, sponsorships or mentorships, thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we are able to provide our young men with life-changing opportunities. 

05/10/2026

Dilworth Old Boy Dhruva Trivedi (Class of 2021) is embarking on an exciting new path, pursuing a Diploma in Education after completing his Bachelor of Science.

Inspired by the support and encouragement he received throughout his own educational journey, Dhruva hopes to become the kind of teacher who makes learning enjoyable and helps young people reach their potential.

We're proud of all you've achieved, Dhruva, and look forward to seeing the difference you'll make in the lives of future generations.

Read more here: https://www.dilworth.school.nz/news/from-psychology-to-the-classroom-dhruva-s-next-chapter/

For Dhruva Trivedi (Class of 2021), graduation marks both the culmination of years of hard work and the beginning of an exciting new journey. After completing his Bachelor of Science, he is now exploring pathways that combine his passion for psychology, learning, and helping others.

01/10/2026

Dilworth Old Boy Jacob De Berry’s journey into the world of financial markets.

A year ago, Jacob De Berry (Dilworth Old Boy, Class of 2003, and our former Head of Te Reo Māori) decided to take a very different role as Principal Adviser, Pou Ahurea, to the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) – Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko, stepping headlong into the regulatory world.

It could have been a midlife crisis, he jokes, and it has taken a bit of adjusting, but witnessing regulatory teams embrace and understand te ao Māori has been one of the most rewarding aspects of his new journey.

And as he says: "In a way, I’m still teaching — I’m just teaching colleagues and regulatory leaders now. My role is to build our teams’ capability to engage effectively with iwi, hapū, and other Māori communities. It’s about clearing the pathway so more Māori see financial services as a safe space for them, and to promote growth and innovation."

It was great to see Matua De Berry back here at Dilworth. Ka pai!

Read the full story here: https://www.dilworth.school.nz/news/a-different-kind-of-teaching/

A year ago, Jacob De Berry, Dilworth Old Boy, Class of 2003, and our former Head of Te Reo Māori, decided to give the regulatory world a go. He took on a very different role as Principal Adviser, Pou Ahurea, to the Financial Markets Authority (FMA), Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko, with the primary purpose...

28/09/2026

"When I was younger, graduating from university was so far away from reality."

But for Johnny Nguyen (Class of 2021), that reality has just become true - he recently graduated with a Bachelor of Property from Auckland University.

Johnny’s path hasn’t been a straight line. After starting out in engineering, he realised it wasn't the right fit for him, so he took a leap into property and says he never looked back.

With the backing of the Staples Education Foundation Staples Education Scholarship, which provided crucial mentorship, a sense of community, and financial aid, Johnny made the most of his university journey, and along the way, his dream of becoming an entrepreneur began to take shape.

And now he’s made that happen too! He has just opened his own Mt Eden café, No Monday Club.

For current Dilworth students, Johnny’s advice is simple but powerful:
“Be optimistic. Focus on your own goals and find something you care about”.

Read more here https://www.dilworth.school.nz/news/the-power-of-backing-yourself-johnny-nguyen-s-road-to-graduation/

For Johnny Nguyen, Class of 2021, graduating with a Bachelor of Property still feels a little surreal

25/09/2026

Over the last few weeks, Year 9 Learning in the Outdoors programme has been in full swing!

Our students took on an incredible range of challenges, from lake kayaking, rock climbing and mountain biking on the Waikato trails around Lake Karāpiro, to high ropes and bouldering at our Mangatāwhiri campus.

Adventure continued into the Hunua Ranges, where students completed an overnight hike to Piggott’s Hut and were lucky enough to hear the call of the endangered kōkako in the wild.

What a fantastic two weeks of adventure, challenge, teamwork and learning in the outdoors!

25/09/2026

A magnificent way to end the term!

We ended the term last night with the Dilworth Cultural Awards Evening, which has become one of the most popular events in our calendar.

St Patrick’s Chapel was packed and buzzing with excitement as we celebrated excellence in cultural performance and service, honouring the talent, effort, and absolute devotion of our cultural groups and performers throughout the year.

Year 12 student Hunter Timoteo, who did a wonderful job as MC, perfectly captured the spirit of the night: “Our cultural diversity – this – is what makes us so special.”

Dilworth Pasifika Advisory Group Chairperson, Mrs Lanna Ali’ifa’alogo, poignantly reinforced this in her opening address: “When we stand together and embrace each other’s cultures, we embody the spirit of Kotahitanga. Together, we are unbreakable.”

Read more about this wonderful night and see all our award winners here: https://www.dilworth.school.nz/news/cultural-awards-evening-2026/

Meanwhile, earlier in the week, Dilworth’s annual Arts Showcase brought together another remarkable display of student talent – this time in the performing arts, celebrating months of hard work, creativity, dedication and unprecedented success.

Head of Learning Area – Performing Arts, Mr David Stent, reflected on an incredible year: “I’m not quite sure how we’ve managed to do it, but we’ve blown 2025 right out of the water and raised the bar once again.”

Click here to read more about our Arts Showcase and award winners: https://www.dilworth.school.nz/news/performing-arts-showcase-2026/

Congratulations to all our finalists, award winners and colour recipients across both unforgettable evenings

23/09/2026

What an unforgettable evening! A Night with Our Stars brought together international opera star and Dilworth Old Boy Filipe Manu, rising talent Joshua Futi, and our award-winning choir, Fortissimo, for a magical night of music supporting the Dilworth International Music Tour Fund.

Spellbinding is the only word to describe Fortissimo, Joshua Futi, and Filipe Manu fanning out across St Patrick’s Chapel, circling the audience to open powerfully with "Himi 114: Eiki Koe ‘ofa ‘a’ au". A night of magnificent singing followed.

At the end of the evening came a stunning duet from Bizet’s The Pearl Fishers, before all performers came back together for a deeply moving encore of "You’ll Never Walk Alone".

Seeing our students share the stage with a world-class opera singer who once stood in their shoes was truly inspiring.

Our special thanks go to Filipe Manu, Dilworth Old Boy (Class of 2010) and Joshua Futi (Class of 2024), for giving so much back to Dilworth, and to New Zealand Opera for supporting pathways for our young singers. If you want to hear more of Filipe’s incredible singing, don't miss him starring as Nadir in NZ Opera’s production of The Pearl Fishers at the Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre this week.

We are also deeply grateful to our major event sponsor, Jasmax, the architects behind our incredible St Patrick’s Chapel.

Without the talent and dedication of our incredible music team, Director of Choral Music Jacob Moore, and Head of Performing Arts David Stent, this night would not have been possible.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and supported our International Music Tour Fund!

Read more here: https://www.dilworth.school.nz/news/an-unforgettable-musical-journey/

21/09/2026

A weekend of brilliance in performing arts and cultural expression at Dilworth!

Our rangatahi wrapped up a wonderful celebration of Māori Language Week, performing for shoppers at Westfield Newmarket alongside akonga from Epsom Girls’.

Meanwhile, in their drama production, Year 13 students tackled Arthur Miller’s tragedy A View from the Bridge, followed by Ibsen’s comic Peer Gynt, earning outstanding reviews from staff. Drama Teacher Patrice Wilson said she was delighted to see “students unrecognisable from three years ago” – so self-assured and confident.

And last but not least, scholarship music recitals for 12 students were held on Sunday. Tonia Calverley, Director of Teaching and Learning, described the afternoon as “3.5 hours of absolute brilliance”.

Congratulations to all students and staff