old Weetbix! But tell me, did it ever cross your mind that there was another brand out there? One that looks, and supposedly alters in taste to the one we all know and love. Well I’ll tell you what, I didn’t!
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Weetbix vs Weetabix
Emily Mason
You see, my revelation that there was such a thing as Weetabix (spelt slightly differently) began in the June of 2024 I was on holiday in Barcelona, feeling marginally homesick and very, very hot. The Spanish summers are not forgiving! That's when I wound up wandering aimlessly through supermarket stores, aisles after aisle, bottle of chocolate milk after chocolate milk, trying to make sense of “What on earth do these labels actually mean! (My spanish vocabulary was very limited to Hola and gracias ) Then I saw it, Weetabix, although it wasn't Weetbix was it? The packaging looked different, the biscuit itself appeared different, the nutritional content was different. Plus to me its texture and taste was different. Before long it became my holiday breakfast obsession, as even though eating authentic, freshly made French croissants with butter and jam was a delectable breakfast choice, four weeks of it wasn't the healthiest!
Nevertheless, even though I preferred the taste of Weetabix to Weetbix, my brothers profusely disagreed, so why not find out what was the verdict back home. That's when I I did what any sane person would do, buy a box, protect the fragile biscuits from crushing by wrapping it up in multiple layers of my clothes, fly it halfway around the world, and keep it hidden in my wardrobe so that my teenage brothers wouldn't gobble it all up for themselves.
My initial idea for this experiment was that I would compare the different brands in two ways, nutritionally and physically. This
meant I’d rope in five of my reluctant peers to try half of each type, and tell me their thoughts on the taste, texture and smell. I wanted to see if they could tell the difference, and which brand they preferred. Proving whether or not they were realistically the weetbix connoisseurs they lend themselves to believe.
Additionally, I’d like to point out the marketing and boxes of each product looks entirely different. Whilst weetabix comes in a bright yellow box, a shade similar to Chemist Warehouse, featuring a blue logo on a slant. Weetbix is marketed in a dark blue box with a white label. As well as this the biscuits themselves appear quite dissimilar. Weetbix is more of a square biscuit made out of chunker shards of wheat, whilst Weetabix appears to be more finely ground, and comes in the form of a rounded biscuit. Due to this factor, all my testers had to be blindfolded, which proved to be a little bit of a problem later on.
To discover whether Weetbix, or Weetabix boded better on the nutritional front. To make an equal comparison I had to look at the nutritional content of each food group in the per 100g column, this is because generally the serving size for different foods differs. From this I learnt that not only does Weetbix have less calories, saturated fat, carbohydrates, fibre, sodium and sugar content than Weetabix But a higher amount of Vitamin B1, B2, B3 and Folate. Both products have the same amount of protein and Weetabix, has a slightly higher Iron content. Overall, Weetbix is better for our bodies, but which ones are better for our taste buds?
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Weetbix vs Weetabix
Now this was the part of the test I’d been most looking forward to, getting to put my thoughts and ideas to practice. The equipment required included a plate/bowl, milk, a blindfold, half of each variety of cereal, and one of my unlucky friends . As you can imagine it was a bit awkward carrying all of these things into school, and I do wonder what people thought of me when I pulled milk out of my locker!
Anyway, the experiment sought of ran a little like this:
-Firstly I’d sit the tester down and after a little chat I'd ask them some introductory and necessary background questions.
-Secondly they’d put the blindfold on. (Usually whilst giggling or looking really concerned and unsure.)
-Thirdly I’d break a chunk off, soak it in a bit of milk (I didn't really measure how much.) then shove it in their mouth as quickly as possible. Sometimes this didn't work, and missed, and the table got to have a little taster as well.
-And finally I asked them a few more questions like which one they preferred, which one was which, and whether they guessed right or wrong.
The results showed that 5/5 of all participants don't eat Weetbix as regular breakfast food
⅘ of the participants do like the taste of Weetbix
⅗ of the participants prefer Weetabix to Weetbix
⅗ of the participants guessed correctly
I definitely had a lot of fun carrying out this experiment. However the highlight for me was when Sam Pickering somehow spilled, and covered the milk right down her uniform. We all threw ourselves into a fit of laughter! In conclusion, the evidence shows that Weetbix is by far the more nutritionally dense option whilst Weetabix tastes slightly better. So which one do you think you would prefer, maybe you could write it down on your bucket list to buy a box if you ever find yourself in Europe!
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Weetbix vs Weetabix Interviews
Emily Mason
Name: Janet Luka
Year: 12
Age: 16
Weetbix eaten on a daily basis/ how many weetbix does it take you to get out of bed in the morning? Two
Do you have weetbix as a regular breakfast food? No
Do you like the taste of Weetbix? Yes
How do you have your Weetbix? With soy milk and apple and banana
Have you ever had Weetabix before? No
Do you think you will be able to tell the difference? I hope so. Weetbix
What does it smell like? Weetbix
What does it taste like? Like a knock off brand
Do you think this is the European or Kiwi version? European Weetabix
What does it smell like? Milk and Weetbix
Do you think any aspect of this product is different from the first? First one tastes more cheap, wheaty and stale
Do you think this is the European or kiwi version? Kiwi
Which one do you prefer? European Brand
Name: Jemima Soper
Year: 11
Age: 15
Weetbix eaten on a daily basis/ how many weetbix does it take you to get out of bed in the morning? Two
Do you have weetbix as a regular breakfast food? Not really
Do you like the taste of Weetbix? Yep
How do you have your Weetbix? With milk
Have you ever had Weetabix before: Don't think so
Do you think you will be able to tell the difference? Yep
Weetbix
What does it smell like? Weetbix
What does it taste like? Weetbix
Do you think this is the European or kiwi version? Kiwi Weetabix
What does it smell like? Wheat
What does it taste like? Less flaky than the first one, and a more hard and grainy texture
Do you think any aspect of this product is different from the first? Has a stickier texture
Do you think this is the European or kiwi version? European
Which one do you prefer? Kiwi Brand
Name: Sophie Laws
Year: 13
Age: 18
Weetbix eaten on a daily basis/ how many weetbix does it take you to get out of bed in the morning? Two
Do you have weetbix as a regular breakfast food? No
Do you like the taste of Weetbix? Yes
How do you have your Weetbix? With warm water
Have you ever had Weetabix before? No
Do you think you will be able to tell the difference? No Weetbix
What does it smell like? Weetbix
What does it taste like? Like wheat, dry flaky, wheat, toast, it’s quite sweat actually
Do you think this is the European or kiwi version? Kiwi Weetabix
What does it smell like? I can't smell anything
What does it taste like? Not as sweet as the last one, it has a finer texture but gritty taste
Do you think any aspect of this product is different from the first? What I said before.
Do you think this is the European or Kiwi version? European
Which one do you prefer? Second one more, weetbix go soggy while weetabix doesn't I’m a fan.
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Weetbix vs Weetabix Interviews
Emily Mason
Name: Sam Pickering
Year: 13
Age: 17
Weetbix eaten on a daily basis/ how many weetbix does it take you to get out of bed in the morning? I haven't had weetbix since I was twelve. So none.
Do you have weetbix as a regular breakfast food? No
Do you like the taste of Weetbix? No
How do you have your Weetbix? With milk
Have you ever had Weetabix before? No, I don't think so
Do you think you will be able to tell the difference? Probably not Weetbix
What does it smell like? Like wheat
What does it taste like? It's a bit dry, there is no flavour
Do you think this is the European or Kiwi version? Its giving European Weetabix
What does it smell like? The same as the other one
What does it taste like? Icy, the textures so weird
Do you think any aspect of this product is different from the first? The texture, it's got chunky and I can't explain why
Do you think this is the European or kiwi version? Kiwi
Which one do you prefer? Kiwi
Name: Brooke Goodsir
Year: 9
Age: 13
Weetbix eaten on a daily basis/ how many weetbix does it take you to get out of bed in the morning? 4
Do you have weetbix as a regular breakfast food? No
Do you like the taste of Weetbix? Yeah I don't mind it, it's a bit bland though.
How do you have your Weetbix? With milk sugar and hundreds and thousands (lots and lots of sugar )
Have you ever had Weetabix before: NO!
Do you think you will be able to tell the difference? Yep Weetbix
What does it smell like? Griffin's biscuits you smell from the supermarket
What does it taste like? Pretty good
Do you think this is the European or Kiwi version? Kiwi Weetabix
What does it smell like? Oats
What does it taste like? Nothing
Do you think any aspect of this product is different from the first? The texture is crumbly and more soggy than the first
Do you think this is the European or kiwi version? European
Which one do you prefer? The European brand
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Lou Muir’s Ragdoll cat, Pippin
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Speaking of Hollywood
Butterflies, whether nerves or excitement, were in full flight as colors, ruffles, sparkles and jewels waltzed into the room Fingers were crossed in hopes that tonight would live up to the stories told by older students Did it deliver? Everyone I spoke to definitely thought so Dazzling lights, a booming sound system and an invigorating atmosphere, the 2024 Semi formal was an awesome experience.
Speaking of Hollywood, school dances have been made pop culture events due to the films and media coverage of America’s infamous prom Sometimes portrayed as a wholesome setting where the guy gets the girl and best friends make up Or alternatively the vicious totem pole of social status and prom king and queen. These falsified portrayals are so different in comparison and yet the experience still made us feel like we were in a movie. The liveliness of youth spiked the air like punch and fuelled the hours of socializing We felt like the night would never end and we didn't want it to
My personal highlight of the night was the noticeable comradery and uplifting amongst teenagers. Showers of compliments and praises lifted moods and freshened confidence Girls who weren't in the same circles felt joy in tapping each other on the shoulder and shouting over the music “Girl you look amazing!” The atmosphere behavior like this creates, embodies
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the sisterhood persona that our school encourages. A sudden pride sparked when witnessing this and I came to school the next day with a spring in my step, a rather late spring after a much needed sleep in, but a spring nonetheless
When the lights came on, and the chauffers showed up, party goers said their goodbyes with a bittersweet departure Girls walked off, heels in hand, giggling away The event was done, but the effects carried on, and the following Friday was a lively end to the week
Students buzzed and excitedly recounted how the night was for them When asked, they said “I loved the flow of the indoor and outdoor spaces I enjoyed the fact that it was just our year group The comfort of familiar faces made it more fun.” Not only that but the caged dance floor was a hit. “It encouraged group dancing” and made the space feel less empty and awkward. The atmosphere got a mention as being “enjoyable” and I couldn't agree more.
This night was one fit for future reminisce, which in my opinion, is all we could have hoped for.
The Events and Promotion Manutaki did a fantastic job setting up this event. We also owe our thanks to the teachers supervising throughout the night The older seniors who attended did an amazing job covering photography, food and beverages and even just hyping us up, can't thank you enough Finally those in finance handling tickets and the year 11 dean Mrs Taetuli for handling any mishaps We really appreciate you setting up an amazing experience for us
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Blast From The Past!
Did you know the Pulse newspaper was around back in the 90's? We’ve dug up some old articles that we thought you might find interesting - and you might recognise some names!
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MAD DUO Dances to the World Stage
Bella Le Compte
In early May 2024, the amazing hip hop duo consisting of Sam Marfell ( year 11 ) and Immy Giles ( year 12 ) from MGC, better known as the MAD DUO, achieved a significant milestone by securing a major win at the New Zealand Hip-Hop Championship, ‘HipHop Unite’ It is a key competition in the New Zealand hip-hop scene, the event brings together some of the nation’s most skilled hip-hop dances The duo’s success is a testament to their hard work, skill, and passion for dance
Sam and Immy have been duo partners for dancing for just over 4 years. It is a partnership that has grown them into one of the country's most exciting and innovative hip hop duos. With time, they have gathered a large amount of medals and titles within various hip hop comps, and I'm sure there are still many to come. They share their knowledge and passion for dance with the younger generation of dancers at ‘Marlborough Academy of dance” where the pair are both very dedicated students and teachers. Their students and fellow dancers often look up to them for their technical skills and creativity, choreography and commitment to the art of dance.
Their recent success 'HipHop Unite' was not a trivial win, but a start to an exhilarating new chapter of their dance adventure. After their magnificent performance, it was announced that the MAD DUO had been chosen to represent New Zealand at the World 'HipHop Unite' Championships in Portugal. This is a great honour, as the contest will bring together talented dancers from 17 different countries, all of whom have proven themselves in qualifying rounds in their home countries. The World Championships are scheduled for the 24th - 26th of October, 2024, and the pair fly to Portugal on October 18.
The MAD DUO’s main goal at the World Championships is to pass the preliminary round and make it to the semi-finals. Achieving this would put them among the top 20 hip hop duos from all over the globe which is an amazing accomplishment for the duo. However, many challenges come with this. While their dance choreography, which leans heavily towards theatrical performance, has set them apart in New Zealand but there may be a different outcome on the world stage The judges at the World Championships may lean towards technique and precision over theatricality, so this makes it even more crucial for Sam and Immy to make sure that all of their moves, energy and synchronization is perfect
The duo remains optimistic, despite these challenges Sam humorously notes that her biggest challenge in the duo is "getting lower while dancing because Immy is so short," while Immy comes back that hers is "wearing bright colours to match Sam’s red hair " Their light-hearted banter reflects their strong bond, undoubtedly contributing to their success
Sam and Immy have been fundraising at various dance competitions and local events throughout New Zealand to support their journey to Portugal The hip hop showcase which was held on the 22nd of September in the MBC hall, which was the most noteworthy of them all, allowed all of the hip hop dancers from Marlborough academy of dance to show off their incredible hip hop skills
As the World Championships approach quicker, excitement continues to build for the MAD DUO and the Marlborough hip-hop community Sam and Immy’s journey to Portugal is not just a personal achievement, it is a source of pride for all who care about them and have supported the pair You can follow along with their hip hop jounrney on instagram - @the mad duo123 We wish the pair the best of luck as they take on the world’s best in Portugal, break a leg, MAD DUO!
If you’re interested in giving Sam and Immy a helping hand to get to Portugal, here’s their give-a-little link: https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/help-us-get-to-portugal
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Get To Know: MRS MORGAN! Emily Mason
Full name: Christianna Morgan
Ethnicity/Heritage? NZ European
Age: 29
Height: 179cm
Marital Status: Married (nearly 5 years!)
Do you have any children? 1 son who is 2 and half years old
Do you have any animals or pets? 1 dog called Haze, a kitten called Mo and a few farm animals
What house are you in? Kaituna!
Favourite Colour, and why? Very muted soft colours like pastels, whites, greys, soft blues, lilac
Favourite Book, and why? I love a wide range of books, but mostly murder mysteries!
Favourite Movie/ TV show, and why? Anything Disney Pixar is easy to watch!
Favourite Saying/Catchphrase? “Don’t be sorry, be happy”
What are your Hobbies/Passions? Music, gardening, family time, walks (hikes)
Do you play any sport, how do you keep yourself fit? Running after my son! I used to go to the gym but I run a very busy lifestyle so I try to keep active on the weekends and walk a lot
Do you speak any other languages besides English? I know a fair bit of Sign Language
Do you play any musical instruments, if so for how long? I sing, play the piano and the guitar I started piano at the age of 8 and started singing at 9
Celebrity Crush? None haha!
What did you do before you became a teacher? I spent 5 years at university straight out of high school studying music and doing a diploma in teaching I haven’t really left school! If you were an animal, what would you see yourself as? Probably a cat because I love chasing the sun (with sunscreen on!)
Breakfast go to? Up and Go Protein, overnight oats or a smoothie
Future Gordon Ramsay or do you need a few more lessons? Future Gordon Ramsey *but maybe a few lessons couldn’t hurt
What did you think you were going to be when you were older? (when you were younger!) I did talk about being a teacher but I actually wanted to be a dermatologist working with beauty and skincare Weird Habits: I don’t have any main habits, I’m sure I do but nothing major that people notice Something nobody knows about you? I have a very bizarre phobia but won’t tell people so they can’t use it against me!
One thing you love about your Whanau class? Their personalities, they know they can be honest with me and we have lots of laughs!
Approximately how many people have you jogged and logged this year? Approximately 15?
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Get to Know the 2024 MGC Manutaki����
Grace Straker
I had the pleasure to interview all the Manutaki of MGC, asking a few questions about their personality, and what they love! Read up on some fun facts about your student leaders!! You may have seen them around school, but now you can find out more about what they love, and what they do.
Here is the spotify link to the 2024 Manutaki Favourite Song Playlist:
Funaki Louisiale/Manutaiko Deputy Head Girl:
1. What is your favourite subject at school?
Favourite subject at school currently is Biology because I am learning about human evolution and also I like the different internals that they give us because they always ensure we understand every aspect before setting the task.
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
I love my perfect role because I get to interact with different people, even people whom I don't usually talk to I also love it because of the different connections built within and outside of school It has enabled me to get out of my comfort zone a little more and to experience things a little differently
3 What is your favourite way to spend your weekend?
My favourite way to spend my weekend is with my family doing something together Because throughout the week everyone is busy with work and school but on the weekend we finally have time to see each other longer and to have a sit down and catch up.
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
I am a night owl When night time comes, that's when I tend to be a lot more proactive and do a lot of things Sometimes even cleaning and readjusting my room!
5. Favourite song atm?
My favourite song at the moment is 'Dancing in the Sky'
Zara Jopson/Manukura Head Girl:
1. What is your favourite subject at school?
I don't know that I have a favourite but I do really enjoy P E and Chemistry (but ONLY when I understand the content hahah)
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
I just love being able to support everyone and having the opportunity to be a leader for all of the school Also all of the opportunities the role comes with They are once in a lifetime as is the role!
3. What is your favourite way to spend your weekend? Ticking off my to-do list and a bit of relaxing Usually there's a bit of Netball or outdoor activities in there too!
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl? Depends on the time of year! I love getting up early in Summer but overall I'm definitely more productive at night!
5. Favourite song atm?
Hmmm I can't say I have one (note from the author: zzz)
Grace Straker/Manutaki Rungaga Akonga Head of Student Council:
1. What is your favourite subject at school?
Gotta be a tie between Physics, Calc, and Music (but I love chem and english too!!)(can you tell i'm indecisive)
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
I love helping my peers out It's so rewarding to see the products of your efforts, and putting a smile on people's faces is just so lovely.
3. What is your favourite way to spend your weekend?
Hanging out with the people I love and planning the week ahead of me
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
In the summer, morning person, in the winter, night owl for sure
5 Favourite song atm?
Didn’t Cha Know - Erykah Badu
Digital
Bec Harris:
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1. What is your favourite subject at school? Chemistry
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
I have learnt A LOT about myself and the people I work with
3. What is your favourite way to spend your weekend?
Favourite way: Going on a drive and finding the BEST fries
Reality: Watching Tv shows, studying and cleaning/ spontaneously rearranging my whole house
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
I was going to say a bit of both but I’m not really either
5. Favourite song atm?
Maybe “drive ME crazy!” by Lil Yachty
Soren Mclaren:
1. What is your favourite subject at school? Biology!!!
2 Why do you love your prefect role?
I love my prefect role because it lets me be creative in so many different ways
3. What is your favourite way to spend your weekend?
Staying up late and then sleeping in for way too long
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
I am most definitely a night owl
5. Favourite song atm?
Just for Now by Imogen Heap
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Audrey Xie:
1. What is your favourite subject at school? Psychology!!!
2 Why do you love your prefect role? Being able to meet loaddddsss of people (and the bragging rights )
3. What is your favourite way to spend your weekend?
Having nothing to do and lazing around
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl? Night owl
5. Favourite song atm?
very basic but: everything i wanted - Billish Eilish
Arts
Breanna Campbell:
1. What is your favourite subject at school?
Drama and classics obviously You can't beat the dynamic duo Mrs Burrows and Mr Galt
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
I love my role as Arts Manutaki because I am able to share my passion for the arts and enjoy my role
3 What is your favourite way to spend your weekend? Spend time with my friends and family
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
I am a morning person
5 Favourite song atm?
Taste by Sabrina Carpenter Viola Minghetti:
1. What is your favourite subject at school?
Probably Drama or classics with the goats Mrs Burrows and Mr Galt
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
I get to share my love for arts with the students through arts activities
3 What is your favourite way to spend your weekend? Ideally at the beach with my friends, if not probably at home in my bed
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
I want to be a morning person but I am a night owl
5. Favourite song atm?
Spice Up Your Life - Spice Girls
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Sophia Dillon:
1 What is your favourite subject at school?
PE
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
Events + Promotions
Ella Barnes:
1. What is your favourite subject at school? Economics
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
Because I get to go to all the major events
3 What is your favourite way to spend your weekend? going away and socialising
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
I am a morning person
5 Favourite song atm?
What was I made for? - Sad Cat Version - Miau Miaw
Grace Jackson:
1. What is your favourite subject at school?
Food technology
2 Why do you love your prefect role?
I love all the events I get to organise and go to. It's really special seeing them all come together and all the people having a good time
I love seeing our events come together on the day and seeing students enjoy themselves, it’s super rewarding I also love the creative freedom it offers.
3. What is your favourite way to spend your weekend?
I like to do a bit of everything and keep myself busy to make the most out of the days This usually consists of some exercise, seeing friends, cooking, and baking.
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
I’m a night owl for sure
5 Favourite song atm?
You Were Right - RÜFÜS DU SOL
Kayla Collins:
1. What is your favourite subject at school?
My favourite subject is history!
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
I love being an Events and Promotions prefect because it's so rewarding to see the event come to life after weeks/months of planning, and to see people enjoying themselves.
3. What is your favourite way to spend your weekend?
Spending time with my friends and/or being in the sounds is my favourite way to spend my weekend
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
I am definitely a morning person! I love starting my day early to fit in as much as possible
5 Favourite song atm?
Anyone who knows me, knows that my all time favourite song is Happiness by Alexis Jordan
Ryn Pretty:
1 What is your favourite subject at school?
Tourism or history
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
I like organising things that will draw awareness to wellbeing
3 What is your favourite way to spend your weekend? Sewing, I'm making a handbag right now
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
NIGHT
5. Favourite song atm?
The Future is a Foreign Land by ghost
3 What is your favourite way to spend your weekend?
Going to the gym and binge watching the rookie.
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
A morning person
5 Favourite song atm?
Juno by Sabrina Carpenter
Hauora
Gemma Rae:
1 What is your favourite subject at school?
My favourite subject is Chemistry.
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
I love my prefect role as it's given me the opportunity to organise events within the school, and seeing these happen has been super cool - especially Pink shirt day.
3. What is your favourite way to spend your weekend?
My favourite thing to do on the weekend is go fishing with my dad
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
I am a morning person
5. Favourite song atm?
Yesterday - The Beatles
House
Hazel Glover:
1. What is your favourite subject at school?
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My favourite school subject has got to be Drama I love coming into the class and being surrounded by everyone with their different personalities which allows the entire class to be themselves
2 Why do you love your prefect role?
I love my perfect role as I am able to celebrate the highs and ride out the lows of what this has to offer I also enjoy the feeling of bringing people together for house events
3 What is your favourite way to spend your weekend? The best way to spend my weekend would be taking a small trip out to our family bach in the Marlborough Sounds, this is a perfect getaway for me
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
I am definitely a mixture of both a night owl and morning person I can never seem to sleep in but I also manage to stay awake at night.
5. Favourite song atm?
Jack and Diane by John Mellencamp.
Ayla Shaw:
1. What is your favourite subject at school? media studies for sure
2. Why do you love your prefect role? getting to connect with all the students at school and promote house spirit!
3. What is your favourite way to spend your weekend? spending time with friends and a good sleep-in
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl? bit of both
5. Favourite song atm?
Everyday from high school musical 2
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Isla Read:
1. What is your favourite subject at school?
Psychology! It's so interesting
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
Because it allows me to connect with students in different year groups. I am also lucky enough to watch other students make friendships :)
3. What is your favourite way to spend your weekend? Watch Netflix on Saturday morning before work and then relax and catch up with friends on Sunday
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
Definitely a morning person
5. Favourite song atm?
Slim Pickins by Sabrina Carpenter
Mya Blackmore:
1. What is your favourite subject at school?
PE
2. Why do you love your prefect role? It is so fun!! And I really enjoy the competition!!
3. What is your favourite way to spend your weekend? Being outside doing something physical!
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
I am a morning person!
5. Favourite song atm?
Brown eyed girl by Van Morrison Olive Paterson:
1. What is your favourite subject at school?
P E and History
2 Why do you love your prefect role?
I love being Manutaki Awatere because I love spreading house spirit and getting people involved Being a house leader has a lot of responsibility but it is such a fun role
3 What is your favourite way to spend your weekend? Definitely Spending time with friends and fam, probably whilst being outside in some sort of fashion like in the sounds or tramping, also getting a bit of extra sleep lol
4 Are you a morning person or a night owl?
I've got to say I'm probably a bit of a night owl this year.
5. Favourite song atm?
I have many but at the moment I really enjoy a good Viva La Vida by Coldplay
Leni Manson:
1. What is your favourite subject at school? Chemistry!!
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
Because it’s super fun and means I get to hang out and do cool stuff with lots of amazing people Also, it’s provided me with some super duper experiences and opportunities I will never forget (#jumpedoutofaplane!!!)
3. What is your favourite way to spend your weekend?
I love to do literally anything that gives me a break from school, but being busy generally means I’m at work! When not at work or doing homework I love to get outside when it’s sunny and so things outside, or play some smoooth jazz on my saxophone
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
Totally a morning person I’m way more productive when I first wake up then right before bed. Don’t get me wrong though, I love a good sleep in, so don’t dare wake me up before 9am on a Saturday
5 Favourite song atm?
Jealousy (RUBII)
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Margot Taylor:
1 What is your favourite subject at school?
Probably calculus
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
Sometimes there are oreos in the snack bag for homework club
3. What is your favourite way to spend your weekend?
Sleeping and socialising ;)
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl? Both, it depends on the day
5. Favourite song atm?
True Love Waits - Live in Oslo, by Radiohead
Ella Sowman:
1. What is your favourite subject at school?
PE
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
I love seeing the school sports achievements and promoting them for everyone else to see and celebrate
3. What is your favourite way to spend your weekend? I like spending time with my friends and playing tennis
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl? A bit of both!
5. Favourite song atm?
Skibidi Toilet - Lil Big Stack
ENVIRONMENTAL
ACADEMIC
Enxin Zhang:
1. What is your favourite subject at school? Music!!
2. Why do you love your prefect role?
I love to help people out with their study, as it is an important part of my life Seeing my peers succeed in academics makes me proud
3 What is your favourite way to spend your weekend? Hanging out with my friends, partyyyyyyy
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl? Night owl
5 Favourite song atm? Yeah Glo! - Glorilla
Mila Van Rensburg:
1. What is your favourite subject at school?
Biology (shoutout to my queen ms adshead borrie)
2 Why do you love your prefect role?
I love it because I can engage with the academic side of the school, which is something I am passionate about I love providing support to my peers
3 What is your favourite way to spend your weekend? Getting out for a row on the stunning Wairau river!
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
Definitely morning person 5. Favourite song atm? Semi charmed life
SPORTS
Alex Phelps:
1. What is your favourite subject at school? It's between biology and environmental sustainability
2 Why do you love your prefect role?
I love being able to brainstorm and work with my team to do better for our community
3. What is your favourite way to spend your weekend? Birdwatching! Marlborough's a great place with lots of birding hotspots and cool species.
4. Are you a morning person or a night owl?
A morning person I like sunrises
5 Favourite song atm?
'String Quartet No. 5 "Four Elements": I. Grounded Earth' composed by Cabaniss, or 'The Feminine Urge - Live from Webster Hall, NYC' by The Last Dinner Party :)
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MGC’S COOL CAT CHAT
Emily Mason
What do you think of the recent Moosie Inflation at the MGC canteen?
Lilly Taylor Year: 9
Age: 13
Answer: I think it is too expensive for what it is. I’ll still buy them though.
Brooke Goodsir Year: 9
Age: I’m 13 but turn 14 in 24 days
Answer: They should have left it at $2.50 because now at $3 people won't buy it any more. It is not worth $3, that's too expensive!
Claudia Ryan Year: 9
Age: 14
Answer: I can't buy garlic bread and a moosie for $5 anymore, cause sometimes I just have that $5 note you know.
Maddie Thomas Year: 9
Age:13
Answer: Very, very bad!
Evelyne Harrison Year: 9
Age: 13
Answer: I hate it, they should be two dollars, they need to go down.
Saphera Best Year: 9
Age: 13
Answer: I feel like it's a scam and I could properly buy a whole bag for the price of two moosies here. They better make the price two dollars honestly
Mrs Lloyd’s Exam Advice
Sylvie Crowe
With exam season drawing near, our senior students are looking for hot-off-thepress advice to help them absolutely nail their NCEA exams. We sat down with MGC’s own Mrs Lloyd to hear her ideas.
Don't leave study until the last minute, start weeks before the exam! Build a routine, and don’t overwork yourself, study well for a couple of blocks a day. Figure out what study style works for you, are you a visual learner, or do you remember things better when you write them down?
Have a proper diet - eat a cooked breakfast with high protein before your exam!
Don’t distract yourself - hair back, clean desk
Get up a few hours before your exam. Don’t drink too much water, you don’t want to have to get up to go to the toilet a million times throughout the exam! If you’re feeling unmotivated, suck it up and do it, build good habits! Get to the exam early, and know where you’re meant to be.
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Community Challenge 2024
As part of MGC’s ongoing focus on the akonga learning capabilities of connection and community, whanau classes were again challenged this year to come up with ideas of how to give back to the Blenheim community. Here’s what some of our students got up to...
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What’s going on in Term 4?
