Influenza A – Health Update

Kia ora whaanau,

We have confirmed cases of Influenza A within our school community, along with a small number of suspected cases.
We are also seeing a higher number of students away with flu-like symptoms, some of which are lasting for several days.
Please continue to monitor your child for symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, headaches, body aches and tiredness. If your child is unwell, please keep them at home until they have recovered and are well enough to return to school.
We also encourage students to continue good hygiene practices, including regular handwashing and covering coughs and sneezes.
Thank you for helping us reduce the spread of illness across our kura.
Ngaa mihi,
Luke Thompson

Tumuaki/Principal

Onewhero Area School

Newsletter No.13 - 14th August 2026

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Newsletter No. 12 - 1st August 2026

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Cross Country

The school Cross Country is scheduled for next Friday 31st July 1pm-3pm.

All runners must have foot wear on.

School Photos Postponed

With the school being closed on Thursday we have had to reschedule both the class and sports photos. There will not be any photos tomorrow or Thursday.

The rescheduled dates for the photos are 27th (Class and individual) and 28th (Sports) August.

School Closure - Thursday 23rd July

Kia ora parents, caregivers and whānau,

Following the tragic passing of one of our Year 11 students, Ricky Maitland, his funeral will be held on Thursday 23 July.

A significant number of our staff will be attending the funeral to pay their respects and support Ricky's whānau. As a result, we will not have sufficient staff available to safely operate the school.

On behalf of the Commissioner, I am advising that Onewhero Area School will be closed on Thursday 23 July 2026.
The school will reopen as normal on Friday 24 July, with classes resuming at the usual time.

We appreciate that this closure may cause some inconvenience for families, and we thank you for your understanding and support during what has been a very difficult time for our school community.

Our thoughts remain with Ricky's whānau, friends and all those affected by his passing.

Ngā mihi,
James Thomas
Commissioner
Onewhero Area School

Newsletter No. 11 - 2nd July 2026

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Super Rugby AUPIKI: ALL IN Round : THIS Saturday 27th June at Navigation Homes Stadium, Pukekohe!

We’re excited to invite your school / rugby club to be part of a special occasion for women’s rugby in Aotearoa. 

Super Rugby Aupiki: All In Round, taking place on Saturday 27th June at Navigation Homes Stadium, Pukekohe. 

We’re aiming to create the biggest ever Super Rugby Aupiki crowd, bringing together rugby fans, families, schools, clubs, and the wider community for a double-header showcase featuring all four Aupiki teams. 

This is a great opportunity for your students / players to experience elite women’s rugby up close and be part of a high-energy community event. 

Match Day Details 

Venue: Navigation Homes Stadium, Pukekohe 

Date: Saturday 27th June

Key Timings:

·                  4:15pm – Gates open 

·                  4:45pm – Chiefs Manawa v Hurricanes Poua 

·                  7:05pm – nib Blues v Matatū 

Tickets

·                  Adults: $20 

·                  Youth (12–16): $12 

·                  Kids under 12: Free (ticket still required*) 

*Orders must include at least one adult ticket 

We’d love to see your school / club there in full support, helping create an incredible atmosphere and backing women’s rugby at its highest level in Aotearoa. 

If you’d like, we can also help arrange group bookings or coordinate seating for teams attending together. 

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Reminder - Teachers Only Day this Friday 26th

As communicated in recent school newsletters and noted on the school calendar, this Friday is a Ministry of Education Teacher Only Day.

The school will be closed for instruction, and no school buses will be operating.

Our Year 1–8 teachers will be attending professional learning at Pukekawa School, where they will work alongside colleagues from Pukekawa Primary, Te Kohanga Primary, and Tuakau College to deepen their understanding of the new Mathematics Curriculum and support its implementation.

Our Year 9–10 teachers will remain on site, working within their learning areas to plan for the introduction of the refreshed curriculum in their subject areas from next year.

Thank you for your ongoing support and understanding. We appreciate that arranging supervision for children on these days can be challenging, and we are grateful for the efforts whānau make to support this important professional learning opportunity for our staff.

Onewhero Thunder Basketball

Would you like to play Basketball? Onewhero Thunder Basketball Club is seeking players for Term 3! 

 Ages 5-18 years old. No experience necessary.

Click here to fill out: 

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Newsletter No.10 - 18th June 2026

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Don't forget our Market Day tomorrow!

Y11 Commerce Student Market Day, Tuesday 16th June.
Our Year 11 Commerce Students having been working hard over the past few weeks on preparation for heir Market Day next week on Tuesday during Break 1. This is part of their NCEA course work for Commerce and they have a great range of goods and services that we hope our students will enjoy. It is cash only and coins are best. We hope we have lots of support for our young entrepreneurs!

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Y11 Market Day

Our Year 11 Commerce Students having been working hard over the past few weeks on preparation for heir Market Day next week on Tuesday during Break 1. This is part of their NCEA course work for Commerce and they have a great range of goods and services that we hope our students will enjoy. It is cash only and coins are best. We hope we have lots of support for our young entrepreneurs!

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NON UNIFORM DAY AND SAUSAGE SALE THIS FRIDAY!

NON UNIFORM DAY AND SAUSAGE SALE THIS FRIDAY 12th JUNE!!

Please support our UNISS netball team and help get them to tournament.

Bring a gold coin donation if you want to leave your uniform at home this Friday, and some extra $$$ for a hot sausage for lunch.
Sausages are $2 each. 

Newsletter No.9 - 4th June 2026

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Become a Host Family with OAS

If you are interested in becoming a host family for upcoming international students contact Heliza - heliza.payne@onewhero.school.nz

Waka Ama Registrations - CLUB - Nga Kaihoe o Te Puaha

Have you or your student have ever thought of trying out Waka Ama?  Please connect with us on FB to see up and coming dates and further information.

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