Reunions
If you have thought it would be great to get the guys back together, we’re here to help. We have put together a suggested itinerary that your group can adopt and tailor to suit.
Get the Boys Back Together – OBHS Reunion Itinerary
Planning Your Reunion
We are happy to help you get your reunion off the ground.
To start:
1. Create a Reunion Sub-Committee
Form a small team of 2–3 people to take the lead on organising your reunion
This group will:
- Liaise with OBHS
- Book venues
- Track down and contact Old Boys
- Confirm attendance numbers
- Organise and order reunion scarves (optional)
- Keep reunion attendees informed and updated on event plans
- Book a photographer
- Manage payments (if any)
2. Contact our Foundation Engagement Officer, Andrew Swan - andrew.swan@obhs.school.nz
3. Pick a date: We recommend planning your reunion around a school event or sports match. Andrew will help you with this.
4. Reach out to your Old Boys. This will take time, but Andrew and the team at OBHS has access to a number of Old Boy contacts.
Suggested Itinerary
Day One – Reconnect & Celebrate
3.30pm
🔹 Informal gathering in The Shand – introductions and distribution of OBHS reunion scarves.
4:00 PM
🔹 School Tour – guided by current students and Andrew Swan.
5:00 PM
🔹 Formal Ceremony in hall – a bespoke moment of reflection and connection.
Tailored to the reunion group. For example, for rugby reunions:
Hosted by Des Smith MNZM
Reunion Old Boys present jerseys to current players
Each Old Boy shares a few words of wisdom and encouragement to current boys
6:30 PM
🔹 Informal Catch-Up – Roslyn Bowling Club (organised by your group) roslynbowlingclub@gmail.com , 022 5051525 (Geoff Simons)
Light finger food can be provided
Cash bar available
Day Two – Reflect & Enjoy
11:00 AM
🔹 Brunch – at a venue of your choice (organised by your group)
12:15–12:30 PM
🔹 Formal Photos – at the OBHS Quad (photographer arranged by your group)
Afternoon / Evening Options
🔹 Attend a school match - or
🔹 Attend an evening school event - or
🔹 Dinner at a venue of your choice with an OBHS guest speaker (we recommend making a booking)
A popular reunion dinner venue:
Law Courts Hotel - reservations@lawcourtshotel.co.nz
Who to Invite & How to Find Them
We may be able to assist with tracking down Old Boys.
Please contact Andrew Swan for help.
A Note from the Foundation
Organising reunions takes considerable time from both our Foundation staff and volunteers. We pay for this resourcing from our own fundraising. Signing up to be a member of our Foundation greatly helps us in this respect.
Final Reminder – Keep It Classy
We love the humour and camaraderie our Old Boys bring.
However, when speaking to our current students during formal ceremonies, please ensure your words are respectful, positive, and in keeping with the proud traditions of Otago Boys’.
What you have to say is extremely powerful and meaningful for the next generation.
Let us help you create a memorable and meaningful reunion.
Reach out, get planning – and we’ll see you soon at Otago Boys’.