Successful Netball Season for NX
This year has been another outstanding one for our after school netball programme, with an incredible 25 teams made up of Year 7 and 8 students. The enthusiasm and dedication shown by all our players, coaches, and supporters has been inspiring, and it has been wonderful to see so many students involved and representing our school […]
Daffodil Day 25
On Friday 29 August, along with many around New Zealand, Northcross supported the 2025 Daffodil Day, the annual fundraiser for the Cancer Society. With the startling statistic of 1 in 3 Kiwis impacted by cancer during their lifetime Daffodil Day is New Zealand’s chance to push back against this invasive disease. This fundraiser was run […]
Makerclass Visit to Auckland University
Last term the Makerclass visited Auckland University’s Newmarket campus for the day. Our trip had two main focuses. Firstly, to explore the Additive Manufacturing Department to learn about cutting edge industry 3D printing technologies, including metal 3D printing. We wanted to observe how 3D printing and design is used in ground breaking industry applications. Many […]
2025 Korean Traditional Cultural Experience
Our students had the opportunity to experience a special Korean cultural programme this term. They rotated through fun and hands-on activities, including trying on the beautiful hanbok (traditional Korean dress), writing their names in Korean calligraphy (seoye), playing the traditional game tuho (throwing arrows into a jar), and testing their skills in gukgung (Korean archery). Everyone had a wonderful time learning […]
Lost Property – Unclaimed Jackets and Sweatshirts
Our lost property space is bulging at the seams! There are quite a number of unclaimed items waiting for their rightful owners. We have NX Rain Jackets and Sweatshirts (unnamed) along with water bottles and pairs of shoes. If your child is missing any of the afore-mentioned items please pop into our resource room between […]
Principal’s Message
Kia ora parents and whanau, To start this edition of the Beacon/Ramaroa, I would like to both thank and acknowledge our amazing parents for donating their time and energy to coach our netball, basketball, and hockey teams at Northcross Intermediate. We know it takes real dedication and effort to be at every practice and game […]
Double Victory for NX Boys Netball Teams
Once again, we proudly entered both Year 7 and Year 8 boys’ teams into the North Harbour Netball Zone Day – and what a day it was! Both teams were dominant throughout the pool rounds, going undefeated and securing their spots in the semi-finals. Just as the semi-finals began, the weather took a dramatic turn, with […]
Northcross Schoolwide Speech Final
Last week we held our much-anticipated NX Speech Finals where finalists from each team across the school presented their speeches to a large audience of their peers and judges. We had the opportunity to listen to speeches on a diverse range of topics and the standard was exceptionally high. Our judges, Liz Bailey from Long […]
North Harbour Zone Netball Success
Last week, our top Year 7 and Year 8 girls’ netball teams proudly represented our school at the North Harbour Zone Day. With perfect weather and top-tier competition, both teams delivered outstanding performances throughout the day. The Year 7 team also had a fantastic day, suffering just one loss in the pool stage. That same opponent awaited […]
NX Warrior 2025 – Champions Crowned!
What another thrilling journey it’s been! The NX Warrior 2025 competition saw 240 students sign up, with 100 then selected to take on 48 fierce challenges over 10 weeks. From 13-minute plank holds and modified beep tests carrying 15kg of gravel, to blindfold balance trials, memory games, push-ups, and even eating locusts – this event […]