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What is the Howick Youth Council?
Ever dream of being part of something bigger? Something bigger than yourself? Well, the Howick Youth Council might just be your genie.
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Forty-hour Challenge: an Annual Fundraiser
An overview on the challenge and how you can participate
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Fun, Friendship, Fitness: Macleans Run Club
A brief look into Macleans Run Club
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A “tricky” Card Game – Bridge
Bridge Club at Macleans College is one of the quieter activities where…
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Join the Macleans War-Gaming Club For Epic Tabletop Battles
Trust me, it’s worth it
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Humans of Macleans: Cecilia Ma
Introducing, Cecilia Ma !!
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Big Sing 2025
Big Sing is the biggest choral event of the year – here’s what the choirs think about it.
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UNICEF Day 2025
UNICEF held ‘UNICEF day’ on June 9th. Here’s the behind-the-scenes.
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The rise of matcha
What even is this green stuff?
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Mount Taniwha Carnival
On Tuesday the 24th of June, Hillary and Te Kanawa once again…
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Eisteddfod 2025 – The beauty of music at Macleans
Where the raw beauty of music meets the stage.
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Talent Quest Prelims 2025: Day 2
The long awaited Day 2 Talentquest is back !
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Talent Quest prelims 2025: Day 1
Students uncover the wide range of talent hidden within Macleans College.
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Humans Of Macleans: Bruce Zhang
Introducing Bruce Zhang and his experiences Debating at Macleans.
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“Proteinification” – the takeover of protein
You don’t need to consume 250g of protein.
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Atomic Kiwi Carnival
With the iconic Krutherford duo, the Atomic kiwi carnival becomes a success yet again.
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Cross Country 2025
The Iconic Run
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Pink Shirt Day 2025
Kōrero Mai, Kōrero Atu, Mauri Tū, Mauri Ora
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The Talent and People Behind ‘Chicago’ The Musical
Presenting, the stories from behind the stage of Chicago the Musical!
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Intercultural Food Festival 2025
A Celebration of Culture, Cuisine, and Community
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Humans of Macleans: Amalya Ponna Handi
Presenting, Amalya Ponna Handi!
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Extreme ways to romanticise school so you don’t cry in week 9
Everything is due. I’m exhausted. So here’s a guide to romanticise school.
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Small x House X Choir
A series of mash-ups from Small House Choir!
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The Productivity Trap: Why Doing More Isn’t Always Better
When busyness replaces effectiveness.
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Macleans names its 1st XV Rugby Squad
Meet the team!
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UNICEF At Macleans!
UNICEF At Macleans!
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What is Computer Science?
Did you know wires connecting parts in the motherboard is called a bus?
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The Death of Boredom: How Constant Entertainment Is Changing Our Brains
The Rise of Distraction: Why Our Minds Struggle with Stillness
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Is Gen Z Really the ‘Laziest’ Generation? Debunking Stereotypes About Today’s Youth
Challenging the Myths: How Hard Work and Innovation Define Gen Z
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NZQA scholarship before year 12 – Is it worth it?
A dive into New Zealand’s toughest academic challenge.
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You Are Similar To A Matchstick
Carbon is everywhere.
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From TikTok to Textbooks: Can Social Media Really Help You Study?
Exploring the Pros and Cons of Social Media as a Learning Tool.
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Athletics Finals At Lloyd Elsmore Park
An exciting day out in the sun!
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A-Level Resits for Dummies
To resit or not to resit?
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Macleans College Athletics Prelims 2
The Sequel to the Annual Battle for Glory!
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Happy Valentines! – From Rutherford xx
Live laugh love Rutherford for their exciting Valentines event!
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Macleans College Athletics Prelims 1
A Battle for Athletic Glory.
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Big House Choir: A Wonderful End To 2024
Let the academic year finish with a day of singing!
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Junior Picnic Day 2024: Ending the Year on a High Note
A vibrant celebration of fun, teamwork, and unforgettable memories to end the year.
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A Deep Dive into Environmental Science
Why study the environment?
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A Look Into Maclean’s Korean Dance Group
Ever wondered how the KDC works?
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Make Some NOIse For Culture at Macleans!
A tribute to Night of Intercultural 2024 ✩ˊ˗
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Did You Know?
Outside-the-box factors that can impact your sporting performance.
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The Benefits of Picking Up An Instrument
Instruments are pretty cool. Pick them up again!
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Humans of Macleans: Kelly Yan
Introducing the head girl of Macleans, Kelly Yan.
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Students of Macleans College get M*A*S*H* -ing!
Did you M*A*S*H*?
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Prioritising Wellbeing During Milestone Season
Ways to manage stress during the most hectic times of the year!
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Valorant At Macleans: University of Waikato National LAN tournament winners!
“The opposition team Westlake said in a previous interview that they would sweep us 26-0, we won 26-20.”
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Macleans College Chorale Take On the World Stage
MCC goes to the World Choir Games!
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The guide to memorising (almost) everything for your exams
Turn complex material into memorable information for exam success!
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Cool Cats Carnival Delivers a Festive Finale to the Carnival Season
With creative flair and culinary delights, Upham and Snell collaborate to host an awesome carnival.
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Deep Dive into Chemistry
Discover why chemistry matters
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Teachers of Macleans: Mrs Allport
Tada! Introducing Mrs Allport, Biology teacher from Kupe house!
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KBB Music Festival – Brilliance
Fun fact: This year is the 41st KBB Music Festival!
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Yvan Garcia – A Beacon Of Hope
Let’s spread awareness about such a disastrous and unfortunate situation.
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Macleans Gala 2024: A Vibrant Harmony
Another amazing performance.
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Teachers of Macleans: Mrs Hunt
Introducing Mrs Hunt!!!
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Origins of the Olympic Games
Fun Fact: The unlit Olympic torch has been taken to space several times!
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Teachers of Macleans College: Mrs Carlson
Introducing, Mrs Carlson!
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Shaving for a Cause: Raising Funds for Leukaemia & Blood Cancer NZ
Macleans College students rally together for a heartfelt Shave for a Cure event, raising over $12,000.
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Teacher of Macleans: Ms. Boyes
Introducing, Ms. Boyes!
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Should high school students participate in combat sports?
Exploring the benefits and drawbacks of combat sports.
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Humans of Macleans: Zoey Milne
Zoey provides insight about what Macleans means to her (:
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Are AP Exams Worth Taking?
A new foe has appeared! Challenger approaching.
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Another Absolutely Legendary BATMAN Carnival
Batten and Mansfield join together to raise funds for their respective charities.
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A Deep Dive into Biology
What is the study of life?
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KDC Crowned Winners of Talent Quest Finals
The diverse talents of students shine at this year’s Talent Quest Finals.
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Humans of Macleans: Alysa Lin
Introducing, Alysa Lin.
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Macleans Enjoy Another Year of the Big Sing Regionals
The biggest choir kid meet-up of the year.
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Building an Extracurricular Profile Suited to You
With hundreds of activities available at Macleans College, where do you start?
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Eisteddfod 2024 – A Musical Spectacle
A truly phenomenal performance.
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What it Takes to Win.
(A lot of hard work!)
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To Ski or to Snowboard?
Our take on an all-time debate.
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A Film Fanatic’s Favourite: the 48 Hours Challenge
A small taste of comedy, tragedy and everything in between.
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Vibrant Atmosphere at Another Successful Bake Sale for Interact
Macleans students raise money through baked goods to fundraise for those suffering from Cystic Fibrosis
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Talent Quest Prelims 2024: Day 2
Talent Quest makes an exciting return for Day Two!
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Talent Quest Prelims 2024: Day 1
Students shine at the Talent Quest Prelims with their outstanding performances.
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ShowQuest 2024 – Hard Work and Dedication
A phenomenal performance.
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Celebrating Rangatahi: Youth Week at Macleans College
Youth Week Takes Place at Macleans College
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A New Generation of Changemakers: MUNA 2024
Nine Students Represent Macleans at the Annual Rotary Model United Nations
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Humans of Macleans: Alston Yam
Presenting Alston Yam, who discusses his academic journey at Macleans College.
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A-Level Economics Class Tours Waitakere Reservoir
Students get a chance to explore economics in the real world!
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Bustling Market Day at Macleans’ Amphitheatre
I like money. I think these guys like money too.
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A Stunning Show: ‘Freaky Friday’ and the People Behind It
(Student feature edition)
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The Importance of Donating Blood – Shown Through Macleans Students
A big thank you to everyone who donated!
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Fun Reaches New Heights at the Mount Taniwha Carnival
Hillary and Te Kanawa band together to host yet another carnival!
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Behind the Scenes: The Top Runners of Macleans
Cross Country 2024
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NCEA or CIE: The Junior Student’s Introduction
The definitive differences between the two major exam boards.
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Sleep Cycles – Explained
A more detailed description of what happens when you sleep.
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Easing Back into Term Two
Welcome back!
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Sleep Debt, What Is It?
You know, sleeping a bit later isn’t always the right move.
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Food Festival: A Melting Pot of Cultures
Celebrating cultural diversity at Macleans
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Cookies For Cancer: The Te Kanawa Bake Sale
Another Successful Bake Sale for Te Kanawa House
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A Big Day of Small House Singing
End of term one (whoop whoop)
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A Simple Guide to Common Sporting Injuries
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor!!!
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The Myth of Pretty Notes
Are pretty notes really all they’re cracked up to be?
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Long-Standing Volleyball Record Gets ROOFED
“This was the best tournament we have ever had – and that is 40 years and more for me.”
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Students Have a Blast at the Atomic-Kiwi Carnival
Another year, another carnival!
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Colour Run – A Splash of Fundraising
Participants ran through a course of colour and run!
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