Celebrating Service, Leadership and Commitment – 2026 Senior Service Awards
On Thursday 15 October, Wairarapa College proudly celebrated the outstanding contributions of our senior students at our 2026 Senior Service Awards.
Service is at the heart of a strong school community. It is about giving your time, supporting others, showing initiative and making a difference – often without expecting anything in return.
Throughout their time at WaiCol, these students have gone above and beyond, contributing countless hours to school activities, leadership groups, community initiatives and causes they are passionate about.
From supporting school productions and leading environmental projects to organising events, mentoring younger students and giving back to our wider community, their dedication reflects the very best of Wairarapa College.
We are incredibly proud of every student recognised and thank them for the time, energy and enthusiasm they have given to our kura.
Our Major Award Winners
Top SVA Student – Jack Buckthought
Jack has immersed himself in service throughout his four years at Wairarapa College. From the Tech Crew and Student Council to SADD, the 40 Hour Challenge and his involvement with the Air Training Corps, Jack has consistently demonstrated an exceptional commitment to helping others.
His dedication, humility and leadership make him a very worthy recipient of the 2026 Top SVA Student Award.
Award: Top Student Volunteer Army (SVA) Award.
Ruamahanga Restoration Trust Conservation Award for Environmental Leadership – Shaughan McGregor
Shaughan has demonstrated outstanding environmental leadership through her involvement with EnAction. From establishing composting initiatives and organising clothing swaps to caring for the Waiwaka Stream and supporting community environmental projects, she has inspired meaningful change within our school and beyond.
Award: Ruamahanga Restoration Trust Conservation Award for Environmental Leadership.
Wairarapa College Pikorua for Service – Lana Kerehi
Lana’s five years at Wairarapa College have been filled with extraordinary service and leadership. From the 40 Hour Challenge and Student Council to EnAction, SADD, the Ball Committee and the Wairarapa College Dance Troupe, Lana has continually found ways to bring people together and make a difference.
Reaching an incredible 500 hours of service, Lana is a truly deserving recipient of the Pikorua for Service.
Award: Wairarapa College Pikorua for Service.
Kiri Playle Cup – Chairperson of the Student Council – Lana Kerehi
Recognising Lana’s leadership and commitment as Chairperson of the Student Council.
Student Volunteer Army (SVA) Awards
The Student Volunteer Army Awards recognise students who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to volunteering and helping others.
Silver Award – 250 hours of service
o Jack Buckthought
o Pippa Hansen
o Shilo Hebberley
o Addison McQueen
o Kai Van Beusekom
o Campbell Wiramanaden
Gold Award – 500 hours of service
o Imogen Ball
o Lana Kerehi
o Sarah Pettit
o Katee-Maree Voice
Service Blues
Service Blues recognise students who have been key leaders of a Wairarapa College service group or have provided significant depth of service.
Our 2026 recipients are:
· Jackson Bewley – Tech Crew
· Tristan Hunter – Tech Crew
· Matilda Flemming – Astronomy Club
· Lana Kerehi – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team
· Shaughan McGregor – EnAction
· Pippa Hansen – BOT Student Trustee
Senior Service Award Recipients
We also proudly recognise the following students for their contributions throughout 2026.
Year 11
· Corbyn Allan – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team
· Rhiannon Fraser – Library Assistant
· Fynn Brown – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team
· Vladimir Jar – Tech Crew
· Harry Kempton – Tech Crew
· Liam Tovio – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team
Year 12
· Koby Burkett – Tech Crew
· Madison Norman – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team
· Ruby Edwards – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team
· Ella Killalea – EnAction
· Firdaus Hussein – EnAction
· Jack Buckthought – Tech Crew and Library Assistant
· Brayden Whande – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team and EnAction
· Bree McGregor – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team and EnAction
· Pippa Hansen – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team and Ball Committee
· Shilo Hebberley – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team, Ball Committee and EnAction
Year 13
Our Year 13 students have made an outstanding contribution across a wide range of school groups and activities.
Recipients include:
· Adelaide Arcus – Student Leader
· Connor McEwen – Student Leader
· Lucas Stoneley – Student Leader
· Penelope Lategan – Student Leader
· Rory Faulkner – Student Leader
· Hana Harwood – Student Leader
· Alwande Hlophe – Student Leader
· Lohan Faber – Ball Committee
· Olivia Weir – Ball Committee
· Aleeza Sajid – Student Leader
· Rayyan Hussein – EnAction
· Noel Shaji – Library Games Leader
· Demelza Suisted – EnAction
· Verena Thawley – EnAction
· Matilda Flemming – Student Leader
· Addison McQueen – Student Leader
· Jack Anderson – Student Leader
· Emily O’Neale – Student Leader
· Hazel Stewart – Student Leader
· Zak King – Student Leader
· Rose Kawana – Student Leader
· Luke Fairbrother – Student Leader
· Lola Robertson – Student Leader
· Joseph Campbell – Student Leader
· Niamh Bramwell-Cooke – Ball Committee and EnAction
· Sassa Duncan – Student Leader and Ball Committee
· Maggie Shields – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team and Student Leader
· Ngakau Walker-Gemmell – Student Leader and EnAction
· Tiara Milligan – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team and Student Leader
· Riley Grove – Ball Committee and Student Council
· Katee-Maree Voice – Library Games Leader and Language Resource
· Aurora Carswell – Student Leader and Ball Committee
· Jaimee Mobberley – Student Leader and Ball Committee
· Eavhong Oeng – Ball Committee, Student Leader and EnAction
· Maddy Brown – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team, Ball Committee and Student Leader
· Stephen Price – Ball Committee, Student Leader and EnAction
· Campbell Wiramanaden – Ball Committee, Student Leader, EnAction and Student Council
· Lana Kerehi – Ball Committee, Student Leader, EnAction and SADD
· Shaughan McGregor – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team, Ball Committee, Student Leader and SADD
· Lorri Walterhouse – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team, Ball Committee, Student Leader, EnAction and Student Council
· Imogen Ball – 40 Hour Challenge Leadership Team, Ball Committee, Student Leader, EnAction, SADD and Student Council
A Huge Congratulations!
To all our 2026 award recipients, congratulations. Your willingness to give your time, lead with purpose and support those around you makes Wairarapa College a better place.
Your contributions do not go unnoticed, and we thank you for the positive difference you continue to make in our school and wider community.
Once a WaiCol student, always part of our community.
Pōmārie.
