Al Kirk’s outstanding leadership as Headmaster of Whangārei Boys’ High School has been matched by his enduring commitment to the Old Boys’ Association. Through his mentorship, guidance, and active involvement, he has strengthened the Association, preserved its traditions, and inspired

From Paparoa to Australia and then onto the US. Humphrey Ogg has combined exceptional business success with unwavering generosity towards the Association. His longstanding financial support has helped the Association flourish, strengthen connections with the school, and ensure its traditions

Bill is a Former Chairman of the Board of Trustees and is an Honorary Old Boy.

Paul has been included on this initial list primarily for his financial contribution towards fundraising targets.

Where would the Association be without Kevin Salmon?

The 3rd teacher on the initial list.

David has shown an unboundless energy in helping the Association with its activities.

Murray played a huge role in the institution of both the Association and the Jubilee Campaign.

Frank is the 2nd of 3 teachers who make the initial list of Venerable Old Boys purely for his devotion to Carruth House, where he was a Housemaster for a number of years.

David has been, and continues to be, a huge supporter of both the Association and the School.

Through the former business he owned with his brother Brian was able to make a significant contribution towards the Association’s fundraising targets.

Les has been a staunch supporter of Carruth House, and the development of the Joe Morgan Memorial Boarders’ Lounge, since the re-establishment of the Association some years ago. He was involved in the revitalisation of the Association and preliminary planning

John played a significant role in the re-establishment of the Association, and continues to be involved in its activities, and also the Jubilee Fundraising Campaign the School embarked on some years ago.

The WBHS Old Boys’ Association and the School will forever be indebted to Grant for the wonderful commemoration he prepared for Lloyd Trigg that currently hangs in the School foyer. Also Grant has been involved with supporting various student projects

If we had 30 or 40 Richard Papworths helping to raise funds for School building projects the Association would be in a very strong position. Richard has always displayed an eagerness to get things done and it is this energy