North East Valley Normal School

Rippa Rugby Day - August 26th 2026
Come along for a fun day of 6-a-side Rippa Rugby at Logan Park! This event is open to all students in Years 3–6 and is a great chance to get outside, have some fun, and meet students from other classes. You don’t need to know how to play Rippa Rugby or have played before—everyone is welcome. All we ask is that you bring a positive attitude, give things a go, and be a supportive teammate. The day is all about having fun, making new friends, and enjoying being part of a team.

Rippa Rugby Day - August 26th 2026 Come along for a fun day of 6-a-side Rippa Rugby at Logan Park! This event is open to all students in Years 3–6 and is a great chance to get outside, have some fun, and meet students from other classes. You don’t need to know how to play Rippa Rugby or have played before—everyone is welcome. A...

⚽️ JULY FOOTBALL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME – REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN! ⚽️

Looking for a fun and active way to keep the kids busy these school holidays?

Join us at Northern AFC for a week packed with football, games, challenges, tournaments, prizes, and plenty of fun!

Themed Days:
⚽ Monday – Messi Day
⚽ Tuesday – De Bruyne Day
⚽ Wednesday – Ronaldo Day
⚽ Thursday – Gerrard Day
⚽ Friday – Jude Bellingham Day

Ages 7–14 years $55 a day
13th–17th July
9:00am–3:00pm
Northern AFC, 1 Bank Street, North East Valley

🎁 EARLY BIRD PRIZE DRAW
Register before 6th July and go in the draw to win a PSG shirt and shorts set!

Our programmes focus on developing football skills, confidence, teamwork, and a love of sport in a fun and supportive environment.

Spaces are limited and usually fill quickly, so get in early!

Register here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/18Qip9enKALZjjqQY6-7TK2UfhQhZLN4m3zj8-oKci0Q/edit

Please feel free to tag a friend who might be interested!

Kākā are spreading their wings, Blueskin Rd is open, and we are getting some lovely winter days. To celebrate Orokonui Ecosanctuary will be offering half price sanctuary access this weekend the 20th & 21st of June.

Come explore the sanctuary for half price self guided entry. This time of year there are some great opportunities to see forest birds close up, the forest itself is looking its most lush, and the takahē will be their regular fantastic selves.

The sanctuary will be open its regular hours 9:30am - 4:30pm, while the cafe will be opening early for the weekend 9:30am -3pm. We can't wait to see you there 🌿

KiwiHoops Draw for the week!!

Sorry for very late notice!
No kiwihoops tonight due to the Nuggets game!

The PTA Firewood Raffle will be drawn this Friday at 8pm, this is your last chance to sn**ch up the few remaining tickets, Get in quick and support our school PTA.

Good luck to our netballers this afternoon

Safe places to talk open across the country
Otago Mental Health Support Trust's Crisis Recovery Cafe is open here at the Valley Project supporting mental health and addiction recovery, or for anyone simply seeking connection - read more about the initiative here: https://dailyencourager.co.nz/safe-places-to-talk-open-across-country/