Intercollege Events Round-Up: A Strong Start for Salmond

Tuesday 17th March 2026

It’s been an exciting start to the intercollege calendar, with Salmond students getting involved across a range of events and achieving some fantastic results along the way.

First up was Ki o Rahi, where many students had the opportunity to learn and play a new game. Salmond entered two teams who embraced the challenge and represented the college with enthusiasm. Our competitive team set themselves the goal of not finishing last and exceeded expectations by securing an impressive 7^th place. Meanwhile, our social team also performed strongly, finishing 4th after a closely contested 3rd/4th playoff.

Our Quiz Night teams then showcased their knowledge against strong competition from across the halls, with a total of 44 teams competing. Salmond achieved an outstanding result, taking home 1st and 3rd place. Congratulations to Salmond Sexy Beasts for their winning performance, and to Salmond Senpais for their 3rd place finish. Highlights included impressive knowledge in the Aotearoa round, plenty of energy fuelled by Te Rangihiroa wedges, and a memorable (and slightly concerning) display of niche expertise. Special mention to Michael, who knew exactly whose lips were in the picture!

The Touch Festival brought energy and excitement to a Sunday morning, with Salmond fielding teams in the men’s, women’s, and mixed divisions. The men faced tough competition, while the women delivered an outstanding performance to earn 2nd place and some well-deserved bragging rights. The mixed team had an eventful day, learning plenty along the way, and secured a strong 3rd place finish.

Looking ahead, our 6-week competitions are now underway, with strong participation, and our residents showing a sense of community and connection across:

• Badminton – 11 teams
• Netball – 4 teams
• Futsal – 2 teams

We’re looking forward to seeing how these competitions unfold and celebrating more successes in the weeks to come.

Up the Mond!

Tuesday 17th March 2026

Salmond Ball 2025

Saturday 10th May 2025

A brilliant evening of pure joy. The Pre-Ball was at the 'Mond, followed by the main event at Errick's, a perfect venue. The outfits, the music, the dancing, the food, the fun - it was a brilliant evening for the Salmond community, and a night all will remember. The photos here are a sample of the fun.

Salmond Annual Dinner

Friday 4th April 2025

A privilege to hear Salmond Resident Judy Bifuko, share of her story at the Annual Dinner. Thanks also to the senior staff and kaiawhina for serving the dinner alongside the food services team, in a show of care for the residents.

Relay for Life

Sunday 30th March 2025

Tahnks to the team who made the relay happen in 2025. A great night for the team of 35 who walked and ran the laps, and later those who shaved for a cure. And also the Kaiawhina who took a few sponges for a good cause.  Legends.