Foundation Gala Dinner 2023
Check out the full photo gallery from the evening HERE, thanks to Mark Tantrum Photography
We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who made the Whitby Collegiate Foundation Gala Dinner on Saturday night a resounding success!
A special thank you to our esteemed guests of honour - Chairman of the Proprietor's Board John Fiso, Nicola Willis MP, Chris Bishop, Anita Baker - Mayor of Porirua City, Kylie Wihapi - Deputy Mayor for Porirua City, Barbara Edmonds MP, Tracy Johnson Councillor Porirua City Council, Emma Chatterton for Remutaka, and member of the Proprietor's Board, Tony Hanning. Your presence and support of Whitby Collegiate means the world.
Thank you to our fantastic and hilarious MC, Tofiga Fepulea'i, our guest speaker Karin Burger from Silver Ferns Netball for sharing her inspiring insights, our "off the bench" panelists and All Blacks alumni, Piri Weepu and Tamati Ellison, for their engaging discussions and invaluable perspectives, School Chaplain Reverend Chris Darnell for blessing the meal, and auctioneer Darryl Harper for his skills and dedication in raising funds for our cause.
Thank you to the outstanding contributions of the Whitby Collegiate student performers and helpers. Your dedication is a testament to the incredible leadership and talent within our school community.
To our incredible sponsors, your unwavering support is the backbone of our mission. Your generosity makes it possible for us to continue empowering the next generation of leaders and dreamers. Thank you for your commitment to education.
A special mention to our major event sponsors - Hudsons NZ, Hudsons NZ, Gavin Faulke - Harcourts Real Estate, Organised, Continental Cars BMW Wellington, MINI, Progressive Homes, Lifehack Coaching, Cameron Ryan Transport, Little Lace Flower Company, Plimmerton Auto Services, and Craig Bain for the AV support.
Finally, thanks to each and every one of you who attended, supported, and contributed to the success of the event. Together, we are all making a difference in the lives of our students, and your involvement makes all the difference. We're already looking forward to next year!
