Last Thursday afternoon members of our SPEC class, as well as our Senior History class, traveled with Mr McClure and Mr Trevathan to Fairfax Cemetery for the purposes of cataloguing war graves there.
Mr Trevathan works closely with the New Zealand Remembrance Army, a nationwide volunteer network committed to remembering people who served and to the restoration of all graves and memorials of those people. We will be working with Mr Trevathan to locate, record and clean where necessary.
Ultimately, in future, we hope to be able to produce a resource that visitors to the area can use to locate the resting places of loved ones and ancestors.
Indoor Bowls Success
A massive congratulations to our students who represented Tokomairiro High SAchool at the South Island Indoor Bowls Championships over the weekend. All five played brilliantly, with special recognition to:
Addie Johnston – Winner of the Plate Section
Jackson Savage – Third Place
Tyrese Gemmell – Overall Champion
What an outstanding achievement – we are incredibly proud of you all.
Ball Dress Swap
It’s that time of year - Ball Season is upon us!
Things kick off this week with our Ball Dress Swap, an initiative that was first introduced last year and proved to be a real success. It’s a great way to promote sustainability and help make the ball more accessible for everyone.
If you have a dress, suit or pair of shoes tucked away that you no longer need, we’d love your donation. It’s a simple gesture that could make a big difference to one of our students.
*Tickets for the school ball are now on sale, and all payments must be made by Friday 15th August.
The excitement is well and truly building!
Dates to Remember
Tuesday 5 August Parent Teacher Hui
Tuesday 5th - Thursday 7th August - Geography trip
Thursday7th - Saturday 9th August - Ski trip
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Left: Students with the Roll of Honour in the school hall with Mr Trevathan.
Addie Johnston Jackson Savage Tyrese Gemmell
Tena koutou katoa
Tokomairiro High School Newsletter...
SCHOOL MISSION: Inspiring Excellence in Education, in Character and in Life.
Term 3 is well underway, and there’s plenty happening across the school this week. One of the big events is the Blue Mountain Sports Exchange, which we’re proud to be hosting this year. Over a third of our students will be taking part and we know they’ll represent Tokomairiro with determination and pride. Meanwhile, for those not involved, normal classes continue as usual.
It’s also the week where ball preparations really begin to take shape, with the return of our popular ball dress swap. Also at the end of the week, we look forward to the arrival of four visiting students from Japan, coming from the school our students visited in Tokyo earlier this year. It’s a busy but exciting time.
Board Elections
Being on the School Board is one of the most valuable ways you can support the education and wellbeing of our students. Parent representatives play a key role in guiding the strategic direction of the school and ensuring our kura continues to thrive. Nominations close at 12 noon on Wednesday 6 August, and we encourage whānau to consider putting themselves forward. If you care about the future of Tokomairiro High School and want to be part of shaping it, this is a great opportunity. Nomination forms have been emailed out to all eligible caregivers. If you need another copy or would like help with the process, please don’t hesitate to contact the school office.
Year 7 to 10 Testing
Last week, all our Year 7 to 10 students took part in school-wide literacy and numeracy testing. We’re thrilled to report some outstanding progress, especially in reading and numeracy. It’s encouraging to see the hard work of our students and teachers paying off. The next round of Common Assessment Activities (CAAs) will take place in the first week of September. Students will be notified by their English and Maths teachers if they will be sitting them.
Parent Teacher Interviews
Our mid-year parent–teacher interviews will take place on Tuesday 5 August. These meetings are a valuable chance to catch up with subject teachers and talk through how your child is progressing. Bookings can be made by scanning the QR code or follow this link https://www.schoolinterviews.co.nz/code/zmv7e. We encourage all whānau to make the most of this opportunity.
Mufti Day
This Friday we will be having a mufti day. But instead of a gold coin donation we are asking students to bring an item of non-perishable food. The food will be donated to the Milton Food Bank Midwinter Appeal.
Welcome to Our Tokyo Visitors
We are very much looking forward to welcoming four visiting students from Japan who arrive in Otago this Friday. They’re coming from the school that our own students visited during the Tokyo trip earlier this year, and it’s a real pleasure to be able to return the hospitality they showed us.
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The students will join us at school next week, and we know the Tokomairiro community will offer them a warm and friendly welcome. This exchange is a special opportunity to strengthen international friendships and learn from one another.
Ngā mihi nui, Vicki Wish, Principal
Public Health Nurse
Abby Brookland For appointments, phone 027 241 1506
Stars of the Month
Congratulations to our stars for June: Millanian Potae- Gateway
Reilly Marriner- Gateway
Madeleine Clarke- English
Tane Rewita- English
Tui Taupo- Music
Jackson Savage- Art
Lilly Browne- Science
Marcus Wills- Science
Annalise Ingram- Homeroom Legend
Joelle De Seymour- Te Reo
Saffron Healey- Kapa Haka
Oliver Foster- Physical Education
Apihai Parata- Hard Materials
Marshall Carr- Food technology
Kyle Tunnah- Values Champ
Iris Flett- Social Sciences
The Genesis is a free publication, delivered weekly to homes and businesses in Milton, and is available on the school website, Facebook or via email. The Genesis office is open Tuesday 8:30am - 3:30pm and Wednesday 8:30-12. If the office is unattended, any articles, advertising or payments can be taken to the school office or left in the secure box in the office door.
Genesis Deadlines: Advertising and Articles - Monday 12 noon. These can be emailed to the Editor at genesis@tokohigh.school.nz.
Genesis is delivered FREE to your letterbox on Wednesday afternoons. Any payments or donations can be made to Tokomairiro High School, account number 03 1736 0009803 000. Please use GENESIS and your name as reference. - Carolyn Shanks, Genesis Editor
News from the Trenches...
First up this week, I'd like to acknowledge the sad passing of Big Chis who passed away last week. Brian was a larger than life character who loved sports, primarily rugby and cricket and always loved to have a debate on either subject over a beer.
Another of Milton's personalities departed. Time for you to give Patti a cuddle, RIP Chis
It seems like a smooth transition to announce our World Famous NPC Comp starts on THURSDAY, so make sure you have entered and get amongst the banter. Talking to a few so called experts they are chomping at the bit to get stuck in.
Nick McKay has stepped away from scoring this Comp after many years, so thanks for your efforts. I understand person taking on this role won't be listening to any frivolous complaints. So let's get it on and see who comes out on top. Entry forms have been there since Sunday.
Also upcoming on Sunday 19 August we are having a breakfast to watch AB vs Argentina test match so put your name down to enjoy this delicious banquet.
Bible Reading for the Week
‘Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; - Proverbs 3:5-6
Daffodil Day Appeal
Join us for the Cancer Society's Annual Appeal. 1 in 3 New Zealanders will be affected by cancer in their lifetime. As the largest private funder of cancer research in New Zealand, the Cancer Society also offers crucial services like patient care, counselling, transportation, accommodation, and a helpline for families during treatment.
Milton has a proud tradition of supporting this cause. On the 29th of August, let's continue that legacy. Besides raffle tickets and daffodil sales, we'll have a produce stall outside Milton Super Value.
Also I haven't been able to make Thursday night raffles for a
Can you bake or donate? Fresh produce, cakes, biscuits, and preserves are all welcome. We need new volunteers too! Please join us for a meeting at 1:30 pm on Wednesday, the 6th of August, at the Milton Elder Care rooms."
Contact Christine Nyhon on 0274 133 714.
Articles and Reports
Genesis relies on articles and reports supplied by the community to fill our pages. Please email these to genesis@tokohigh.school.nz so we can share what is happening in our area.
Milton Sub Assn Indoor Bowls
The last night of the Second Round Cup was played last week with Glenledi soundless beating Moneymore 6-2 and aggregate score of 49-23.
At the weekend South Otago hosted the Triangular against Southland and Central Otago. Going into the final round South Otago were ahead by two points when disaster happened and they only managed 9 points and Southland 20, allowing Southland to win the Trophy with 91.5 points to South Otago’s 82.5. Central Otago had 42. Local lads Peter Grant and Alastair Allison were part of the South Otago team.
Milton have their champion singles this week and next Saturday is the island test between the North and South at Balclutha. Make it a day to remember, come along and watch the South Island (hopefully) win. There will be three sessions with Jane Wintringham, Hannah Botting and Alanna Moffit and reserve Robert Wilson all from South Otago part of the team.
Euchre
16th July 2025
Winner: Dawn (Owaka)
Loser: Lyn
Raffle: Maxine (Balclutha)
23rd July 2025
Winner: Pat (Owaka)
Loser: Moira
Raffle: Loraine G
Genesis Classifieds ...
Sunday Service 10am
110 Union Street All Welcome! For more information, follow us on Facebook
Youth United meets fortnightly on Saturdays in term time for ages 10-18. Check out our Facebook page for events & times.
Toko Golf
26th July 2025
Knockout Semi Final: M Adam bt M Scott N Clark bt P Stevenson
Plate Semi Final: A Hale bt P Sheath P Scott bt B Sheath
Drawn Partners Combined Stableford 1st L Moana & M Mead 71 2nd G Findlay & B Adams 70
Two’s G Findlay, M Adam, P Scott
Closest to Pin 2nd Shot 9/18: M Adam
Toko Junior Rugby Club
Milton Night’n’Day Junior Rugby Awards 26th July 2025
Rippa - Toko Gold
POD: Stevie Alderton
Coaches choice: Rua Bishop
Rippa – Toko Blue
POD: Jordie Calteaux
Coaches choice: Layton
Rhodes
Year 3 & 4 – Toko Gold
Thursday night game.
POD: Thomas-James Kire
Coaches choice:
TK Hauraki-Joseph
Saturday game.
POD: Steven McGuirk
Coaches choice: Bill Sutton
Year 3 & 4 - Toko Blue
POD: Beau Adam
Coaches choice: Julian Kohey
Year 5 & 6– Toko Gold
POD and Coaches choice: The whole team!
Year 5 & 6 – Toko Blue
POD: Talisa Pulu
Tackler: Max Stevenson
Sunday3rdAugust:10amWorshipService&Sunday School intheMiltonChurchHall. 4pm-6pmWhanauFunDayinthe ChurchGymnasium Church Notices
Tokomairiro Co-Operating Parish
Bruce Community Calendar AUGUST 2025
Saturday 30th - Blessed Box, 9am at Tokomairiro High Food Tech Room. Details on Facebook.
Wednesdays WOMEN'S SPACE at the Toko Hub 2-4pm JP Service Desk at the Library, 3pm-5pm
Thursdays MILTON COMMUNITY SHED behind the Showgrounds
BRIDGE at the Coronation Hall 7pm
TAI CHI at the Milton RSA, 1pm, ph 027 279 1602
Fridays @ the Library CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS 10-11am
Friendship Group meets at 1:30pm at old Senior Citizens Rooms. Ph Christine 021 028 46101
Children&Youth
Every Wednesday 10am-11am –Lovell’s Flat Playgroup, Bryce Memorial Hall
Every Thursday 10:30-11:30 Toddler Time-Milton Library
Thursday and Fridays, term time. 9.15-12 Playgroup 0-5yrs, Free! @ Te Whare Puāwai, 34 Spenser Street. Just turn up. Morning tea provided. E: tess@tewharepuawai.co.nz
For the full calendar, visit www.projectbruce.org/community-calendar
Tokomairiro High School School Board Elections 2025
Parent Election Notice
Nominations are open for the election of five parent representatives to the school board.
All eligible voters will receive a nomination form. Use this form to nominate yourself or someone in your community. You will also receive a nomination cover letter calling for nominations. Information on who is not eligible to be a board member is provided with the cover letter, and the nomination form.
If you need more nomination forms, contact the school office.
Nominations close at noon on Wednesday 6th August 2025. You may provide a signed candidate statement and photograph with your nomination.
The electoral roll is held at the school and can be viewed during normal school hours.
As nominations are received, there will be a list of candidates’ names kept at the school up until election day, which you can view. Voting closes at 4pm on Wednesday 10th September 2025.
Signed I Swan Returning Officer
Milton Garden Club AGM will be held at 1:30 on Monday, August 11th at the Milton Eldercare Rooms, followed by speaker Jo Milburn talking about proteas. New members welcome.
Tokomairiro Waiora Inc. 4 Shakespeare St Milton Free Nurse Clinics 2025
The Nurse Clinics provide a range of services including:
• Rangatahi checks
• CERVICAL SCREENING SELF TEST available
• Sexual health checks and contraception advice including emergency contraception
• Pregnancy testing
• Weight monitoring
• Blood sugar and blood pressure checks
• Heart, diabetes and breathing checks to identify risk of illness
• Chronic disease maintenance
• Access to Podiatrists
• Access to Dietitians
• Helping develop health plans to meet health goals
• Advice on who and what is available to meet people’s health needs.
Next clinic Tuesday 5th August, 2pm - 6pm Open to all community members.
For appointment contact: Ph 03 417 7430 or 027 232 3769 or office@tokowaiora.co.nz
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