Orewa College recently hosted the annual Manukura Breakfast, celebrating student leadership alongside whānau and staff. Special guest Alex Spence, former Head Girl and NZ Olympic Committee Communications Director, shared insights on leadership. Read more about this inspiring event.

Celebrating Our Manukura

Orewa College recently gathered students, staff, and whānau to celebrate student leadership at the annual Manukura Breakfast—a special event honouring our young leaders and their commitment to the school and community.

Inspiring Words from Former Head Girl Alex Spence

The morning featured guest speaker Alex Spence, Orewa College Head Girl in 2003 and now Communications Director for the New Zealand Olympic Committee. She shared insights on leadership, resilience, and how Orewa College shaped her journey.

A New Leadership Structure

Principal Wiri Warriner spoke about the importance of student leadership and announced a significant change—elevating our deputy manukura roles to four head manukura positions, moving beyond the traditional head boy and head girl structure.

“Leadership is about service, growth, and supporting those around you. By expanding our student leadership team, we create more opportunities for our rangatahi to lead with confidence and mana.” – Wiri Warriner, Principal

A Morning of Connection and Celebration

Attendees enjoyed a delicious breakfast of croissants, bacon and egg muffins, and fresh fruit while celebrating the mana of our student leaders. It was a chance to connect, reflect, and acknowledge the dedication of these young leaders.