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Always keen to lend a guiding hand
16 May 2024
Sixty-five years after leaving Christ’s College, Don Mackenzie (6419) is still regularly back on campus in his role as one of our Guides who show visitors our stunning buildings and grounds.
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Life on the run
16 May 2024
Sam Bosworth (13830) might have retired from rowing, but the former New Zealand coxswain is keeping busy.
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Angus strikes the right note on CCOBA
16 May 2024
Angus Mossman (14724) and music are never far apart, even though he’s now embarking on a career in law at Mortlock McCormack Law in Christchurch.
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Fast-changing digital technology revolutionising architecture
26 Mar 2024
Architecture is undergoing a digital revolution that is changing the way spaces are designed, delivered, and operated.
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Hard times worth it come opening night
26 Mar 2024
It’s a busy year for Kiwi actor Nic Kyle (12658).
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The recipe for a successful career in the kitchen
26 Mar 2024
For chef James Rutherford (11798), cooking is all about the act of giving.
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High-flying Old Boy lands back at College Assembly
26 Mar 2024
One of Christ’s College most remarkable Old Boys has shared his journey – spanning his time as King Charles’ flying instructor, Aide-de-Camp to Queen Elizabeth II, the Service Adviser at Downing Street, and a RAF Station Commander – at a recent Assembly.
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Speaking the same language in learning
25 Mar 2024
From Flower’s House to Ritsumeikan University, Dr Jeremy White (11663) has undertaken an unusual journey from Christ’s College boarder to English Professor in the College of Information Science and Engineering in Japan.
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The art of architecture
31 Jan 2024
Beijing Capital International Airport isn’t a bad way to launch your architectural career.
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Rob Thomson – a family history of 168 years at College
30 Jan 2024
In 1855 – the year of the Deed of Foundation of Christ’s College – John James Thomson (43) first walked onto the school site opposite St Michael’s Church in Oxford Street, Christchurch. On 18 October 2023, John’s great-nephew, Rob (Robin) Paul Acland Thomson (5806), wandered into the Dining Hall to celebrate his 75 Years On Reunion at Christ’s College.
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Insightful focus on rural sector
30 Jan 2024
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).
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High-flyer Finlay fulfils lifelong ambition
30 Jan 2024
Flying Officer FJ Adam (14526) recently graduated as a pilot with the Royal New Zealand Air Force after more than two years training.
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Farmer John’s still having fun
07 Nov 2023
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.
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The bright future of AI in professional and daily life
07 Nov 2023
The advent of AI is freeing up more time for people to focus on creativity, strategy, and marketing, according to John Gordon (13711).
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Derelict kimono factory transformed into coastal lodge
07 Nov 2023
Japan is a land of contrasts that Hamish Pidgeon (10013) has called home for more than two decades.
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Toshi celebrates 10 years in the UK’s Royal Marines
07 Nov 2023
Toshi Westbury (13797) has just clocked up a decade as part of the prestigious Royal Marines in the UK.
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Gerald Hargreaves – beefing up premium returns
07 Nov 2023
Kakahu Angus – advanced by Old Boy Gerald Hargreaves (6761) and now led by his son, Tom (11286) – is responsible for breeding some of the best bulls in the beef business.
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NZ Ambassador to Japan a familiar face
13 Sep 2023
Old Boy Hamish Cooper (8729), New Zealand’s Ambassador to Japan, is hosting our upcoming visit to Tokyo in early October, to catch up with our community living and working there.
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Griggs cultivate 160 year Show legacy
13 Sep 2023
The Grigg name is synonymous with the Canterbury Agricultural and Pastoral Association (CAPA).
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Albert O’Shannessey – from Upper to New York via rugby
13 Sep 2023
Old Boy – and Central Washington University (CWU) graduate – Albert O’Shannessey (14915) has been drafted into the 2023 American Major League Rugby Collegiate Draft.
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Living the life in London
13 Sep 2023
The lure of London is never far from the minds of our young Old Boys.
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The cap that came back to College
13 Sep 2023
Clearing out barns before bidding a final farewell to the family farm – ‘Brooksdale Station’ in Springfield – St Andrew’s College Old Boy Maurice Milliken stumbled across a school cap. However, it was not his own but rather featured the familiar ‘CC’ of Christ’s College.
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Jack Caunter – taking account of a consultancy career
07 Sep 2023
Old Boy Jack Caunter (14671) believes that having “good friends in good places” helps to build a good career.
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Author Alex McKinnon opens new page
05 Sep 2023
Author, investment manager, and Old Boy Alex McKinnon (11465) has opened a new page in his career, visiting Christ’s College to share his thoughts on writing and the importance of solid English skills in all facets of life.
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Numbers add up for accountancy career
11 Aug 2023
Character counts when it comes to graduate recruitment at PwC.
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An eye for design
03 Aug 2023
Garth Satterthwaite (6212) shares his flair for design and acknowledges the positive guiding force of his time at College.
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Land of opportunity
03 Aug 2023
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.
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Flying the flag for College
03 Aug 2023
The latest artwork to join the CCOBA collection is quintessentially Christ’s College.
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Old Boys steal late win in annual basketball game
03 Aug 2023
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 Christ’s College.
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Drive to deliver by managing supply chain
16 Jun 2023
At 23, Charlie Dyer (14562) is on the fast track in a supply chain management career.
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Back on the attack – 60, 50, and 25 years on
02 Jun 2023
Sixty years on, four 1963 Christ’s College 1st XV members have lined up for their reunion, reflecting on the travels of their very social “amateur” team and remembering the seven players who have watched their last game.
The hardest foot race on the planet
02 Jun 2023
David Cartwright (9808) has unfinished business with the Sahara Desert.
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Rhys Bridges – a structured approach to a geotechnical career
02 Jun 2023
Geotechnical engineer Rhys Bridges (14091) has brought depth and structure to a highly informative Christ’s College Career Convos session.
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Building better businesses for 75 years
02 Jun 2023
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.
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A glorious idea for art
02 Jun 2023
Imagine being able to change the artwork on your wall with your remote.
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Powering into an electrical trades career
24 May 2023
Industrial electrician James Jerard (14579) has sparked interest in trades during the first Christ’s College Careers Convos session for 2023.
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Ties that bind – Senior Honours recipients Sam Bosworth and Joe Moody
19 May 2023
A gold medal-winning coxswain who has made rowing history and one of New Zealand’s most powerful present-day rugby props have been awarded Senior Honours Ties at the Christ’s College Assembly.
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Ben Breitmeyer bowls into U19 national cricket side
29 Mar 2023
Old Boy Ben Breitmeyer has been named to represent New Zealand at the U19 ICC World Cup Qualifying Tournament in June in Darwin, Australia.