11 weeks and counting until Auckland Grammar School's 150th celebrations, and we have received more than 1,000 registrations.

With such strong interest, you will not want to miss out, so we urge you to register here. You can also find out who is attending from your year by visiting the Who's Coming section on the website.

We begin the celebrations with our 60 Years and Vintage lunch on Thursday 16 May, followed by a special assembly and cocktail reception on Friday 17 May. With musical performances, guest speakers, the annual Grammar vs King's College 1st XV fixture and much more, we hope you will join us for what will be a momentous occasion for Grammar.

Scott Milne '69
Chairman of the 150th Committee

Mark Warner '65, Head Prefect in 1969 and Professor of Theoretical Physics at Corpus Christi College: "It is hard to believe 50 years have passed since I found myself in Miller's position. Old Boys will recognise the surprise, and current students will be uncomprehending of such 'geological' epochs passing! I advise students to live life to the full, and to value what you are privileged to receive, in the widest possible senses."

Read more of Mark's reflections here  

Miller Hawkesby, the 2019 Head Prefect: "As a fourth generation Grammar man, I believe the School's 150th anniversary is about recognising and reflecting on those who have come before us; those who have helped to build and strengthen the Grammar Way that enriches the lives of so many today. At the same time, the 150th is about sharing in our excitement for the future, and celebrating who we are and what we stand for in the present. This historic year is about actively giving back to the wider Grammar community and beyond. As the Head Prefect for 2019, I am excited to belong and be actively involved in adding to the rich history of excellence and contribution that our great School is known for."

A number of events for the 150th celebrations have sold out, including the after-match function (in the Great Hall) following the Grammar vs King's traditional fixture and the Celebration Dinner.

Tickets can still be purchased for the Cocktail Reception, the Old Boys' Brunch, Tibbs House dinner, the Intergenerational Breakfast and the musical performances. There are also a number of other events including the Special Assembly on Friday 17 May, along with the daily assemblies, the Thanksgiving Service and our Open Day on Sunday 19 May.

Registrations close on Wednesday 1 May, so make sure you book your tickets now and register your attendance.

Thursday 16 May:
Registration Collection
60 Years and Vintage Reunion
Past and Current Staff Reception

Friday 17 May:
150th Special Assembly
Cocktail Reception

Saturday 18 May:
Old Boys' Brunch
1st XI Football and Hockey matches
The annual Grammar vs King's 1st XV game and after-match function in the marquee

Sunday 19 May:
Thanksgiving Service
Public Open Day and International Food Fair
Tibbs House Old Boys Reunion
School Tours - Saturday and Sunday

Monday 20 May:
Performance Night: Jazz + Contemporary Music

Tuesday 21 May:
Performance Night: Chamber Music

Wednesday 22 May:
Performance Night: Cultural Evening

Thursday 23 May:
Intergenerational Breakfast
Beers and Burgers for Old Boys
Musical Extravaganza

We have been working to put much of the School's extensive archives online in time for the 150th celebrations, so that it is available for all members of the Grammar community.

We currently have over 3,279 items available to view, with others being continually added, including 2,500 photos, 324 publications (including Chronicles, School Lists and Ad Augusta magazines), and 234 videos.

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Members of the School's Distance Squad, Old Boys and past and present staff will take part in the '1,000 Miler' at the end of Term 1. The aim is to run 1,000 miles, in relay, in 100 hours around a 1km circuit through the School.

Initially started in 1998, funds from the event will go to The Key of Life Trust, run by Mike King, the 2019 New Zealander of the Year, with the hope of raising over $50,000 going to targeted counselling services for at risk youth and their families.

"The event creates its own collective spirit, unique character and becomes one of the major memories of a student's time at Auckland Grammar," says Headmaster Mr Tim O'Connor. "It installs many positive attributes in the students taking part - they quickly learn the art of setting personal goals and the importance of working as a team."

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We have a number of items of 150th memorabilia available in support of the 150th celebrations, including two styles of cufflinks, a 150th tie and a bespoke blazer, made from 100% New Zealand Merino by RJB Designs.

Each tailor-made blazer is embellished with signature gold buttons, replicating the originals from the 1950s blazer and $50 from each blazer sold will be donated back to the School in support of the 150th celebrations.

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We also wish to thank our 150th partners for their ongoing support. To find out more,
click here.

Founding Partners: ASB | Barfoot & Thompson | Canon | Grammar Electrical
Gold Partners: Express Plumbing | Matassa Property Services | NZ Uniforms
Silver Partners: 3 Wise Men | Ace Kare | Polytan | Rainger & Rolfe
Bronze Partner: Invivo Wines
And associated companies, Fortis Travel and Marquee Hire NZ.