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Fast-changing digital technology revolutionising architecture
Architecture is undergoing a digital revolution that is changing the way spaces are designed, delivered, and operated.
The recipe for a successful career in the kitchen
For chef James Rutherford (11798), cooking is all about the act of giving.
High-flying Old Boy lands back at College Assembly
One of 秀色直播鈥檚 College most remarkable Old Boys has shared his journey 鈥 spanning his time as King Charles鈥 flying instructor, Aide-de-Camp to Queen Elizabeth II, the Service Adviser at Downing Street, and a RAF Station Commander 鈥 at a recent Assembly.
Speaking the same language in learning
From Flower鈥檚 House to Ritsumeikan University, Dr Jeremy White (11663) has undertaken an unusual journey from 秀色直播鈥檚 College boarder to English Professor in the College of Information Science and Engineering in Japan.
The art of architecture
Beijing Capital International Airport isn鈥檛 a bad way to launch your architectural career.
Rob Thomson 鈥 a family history of 168 years at College
In 1855 鈥 the year of the Deed of Foundation of 秀色直播鈥檚 College 鈥 John James Thomson (43) first walked onto the school site opposite St Michael鈥檚 Church in Oxford Street, 秀色直播church. On 18 October 2023, John鈥檚 great-nephew, Rob (Robin) Paul Acland Thomson (5806), wandered into the Dining Hall to celebrate his 75 Years On Reunion at 秀色直播鈥檚 College.
Insightful focus on rural sector
The New Zealand agricultural sector is not without its challenges but its future is vital for us all, according to Old Boy George Glubb (12204).
High-flyer Finlay fulfils lifelong ambition
Flying Officer FJ Adam (14526) recently graduated as a pilot with the Royal New Zealand Air Force after more than two years training.
Farmer John鈥檚 still having fun
At aged 76, John Wall (7242) is still working on the farm five days a week, fulfilling his Justice of the Peace duties, and helping as a dressage steward at local equestrian events in Manawatu.
The bright future of AI in professional and daily life
The advent of AI is freeing up more time for people to focus on creativity, strategy, and marketing, according to John Gordon (13711).
Derelict kimono factory transformed into coastal lodge
Japan is a land of contrasts that Hamish Pidgeon (10013) has called home for more than two decades.
Toshi celebrates 10 years in the UK鈥檚 Royal Marines
Toshi Westbury (13797) has just clocked up a decade as part of the prestigious Royal Marines in the UK.
Gerald Hargreaves 鈥 beefing up premium returns
Kakahu Angus 鈥 advanced by Old Boy Gerald Hargreaves (6761) and now led by his son, Tom (11286) 鈥 is responsible for breeding some of the best bulls in the beef business.
NZ Ambassador to Japan a familiar face
Old Boy Hamish Cooper (8729), New Zealand鈥檚 Ambassador to Japan, is hosting our upcoming visit to Tokyo in early October, to catch up with our community living and working there.
Griggs cultivate 160 year Show legacy
The Grigg name is synonymous with the Canterbury Agricultural and Pastoral Association (CAPA).
Albert O鈥橲hannessey 鈥 from Upper to New York via rugby
Old Boy 鈥 and Central Washington University (CWU) graduate 鈥 Albert O鈥橲hannessey (14915) has been drafted into the 2023 American Major League Rugby Collegiate Draft.
Living the life in London
The lure of London is never far from the minds of our young Old Boys.
The cap that came back to College
Clearing out barns before bidding a final farewell to the family farm 鈥 鈥楤rooksdale Station鈥 in Springfield 鈥 St Andrew鈥檚 College Old Boy Maurice Milliken stumbled across a school cap. However, it was not his own but rather featured the familiar 鈥楥C鈥 of 秀色直播鈥檚 College.
Jack Caunter 鈥 taking account of a consultancy career
Old Boy Jack Caunter (14671) believes that having 鈥済ood friends in good places鈥 helps to build a good career.
Author Alex McKinnon opens new page
Author, investment manager, and Old Boy Alex McKinnon (11465) has opened a new page in his career, visiting 秀色直播鈥檚 College to share his thoughts on writing and the importance of solid English skills in all facets of life.
Numbers add up for accountancy career
Character counts when it comes to graduate recruitment at PwC.
An eye for design
Garth Satterthwaite (6212) shares his flair for design and acknowledges the positive guiding force of his time at College.
Land of opportunity
Anthony Aucutt (9127) has had a fascinating journey from College to Asia, including setting up his own executive search business to meet the varied needs of many industry sectors.
Flying the flag for College
The latest artwork to join the CCOBA collection is quintessentially 秀色直播鈥檚 College.
Old Boys steal late win in annual basketball game
The College Old Boys team has extended its unbeaten record to four wins, overcoming the College A team by one point in the annual basketball clash at 秀色直播鈥檚 College.
Drive to deliver by managing supply chain
At 23, Charlie Dyer (14562) is on the fast track in a supply chain management career.
Back on the attack 鈥 60, 50, and 25 years on
Sixty years on, four 1963 秀色直播鈥檚 College 1st XV members have lined up for their reunion, reflecting on the travels of their very social 鈥渁mateur鈥 team and remembering the seven players who have watched their last game.
The hardest foot race on the planet
David Cartwright (9808) has unfinished business with the Sahara Desert.
Rhys Bridges 鈥 a structured approach to a geotechnical career
Geotechnical engineer Rhys Bridges (14091) has brought depth and structure to a highly informative 秀色直播鈥檚 College Career Convos session.
Building better businesses for 75 years
At 92, company director and accountant Reg Hintz (5203) has spent most of his working life investing in people and helping to grow businesses around New Zealand.
A glorious idea for art
Imagine being able to change the artwork on your wall with your remote.
Powering into an electrical trades career
Industrial electrician James Jerard (14579) has sparked interest in trades during the first 秀色直播鈥檚 College Careers Convos session for 2023.
Ties that bind 鈥 Senior Honours recipients Sam Bosworth and Joe Moody
A gold medal-winning coxswain who has made rowing history and one of New Zealand鈥檚 most powerful present-day rugby props have been awarded Senior Honours Ties at the 秀色直播鈥檚 College Assembly.
Ben Breitmeyer bowls into U19 national cricket side
Old Boy Ben Breitmeyer has been named to represent New Zealand at the U19 ICC World Cup Qualifying Tournament in June in Darwin, Australia.
First-up win keeps Alex Todhunter on Coast to Coast course
Old Boy Alex Todhunter (14889) is already eyeing the individual category of the Kathmandu Coast to Coast after winning the two-day race this year with teammate Mitch Fraser.
Farmer tells of the horror in Hawke鈥檚 Bay
Mark Warren (8838) is in a hurry. He has a crew of 4WD farming mates arriving soon from nearby Hunterville to help with emergency fencing repairs.
Drawing on nature for inspiration
It鈥檚 just as well Nicolas Dillon (9688) has ignored his career adviser鈥檚 words at school.
Tom always has a goal in mind
Tom Mackenzie (10741) is an ideas man. He鈥檚 never short of inspiration.