Liston College
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Liston College is a college in Auckland
, New Zealand
, for year 7 to 13 boys and offers a Catholic education to its students. It was the second school opened by the Christian Brothers
in Auckland. It was named after Archbishop Liston
(1881–1976), the seventh Catholic Bishop of Auckland (1929–1970). The school was founded in 1974 to serve the Catholic families of West Auckland and to absorb the growing number of boys who travelled daily to St Peter's College
in central Auckland.
assessment system (NCEA) .
, with a staff of two Christian Brothers, Br G J Wellsmore
and Br J P McKean
and 72 foundation pupils. The pupils were divided into Form One 'J' and Form One 'M'. These initials stood for Archbishop Liston
's Christian names - James Michael. Classwork began immediately and homework was set on the first day." "Brother Wellsmore ... supervised the building programme, the establishment of the curriculum and the development of a unique school spirit. The Christian Brothers tradition and values underpinned Br Wellsmore's vision for the school. As the school roll grew and the building programme was completed, the college spirit became embedded in the Liston community." During 1973 and 1974, the school was erected on the property at Edwards Avenue, which prior to work commencing was " ... an open paddock with an old house on it." The buildings, gymnasium and grounds were ready for occupation in the first term of 1975. The school was formally opened in November 1975 by John Mackey
, the ninth Catholic Bishop of Auckland (1974–1983), in the presence of Archbishop Liston
(who died the following year, 8 July 1976).
became Principal (1980–1985) the roll had grown to 380 boys and 28 staff including five brothers. The deaths of Deputy Principal Brother Thomas Aquinas Monagle
in 1983 and the head of the Intermediate Mr Hemana in 1984 had a profound effect on the whole school community.
"The College has been well served by Boards of Governors/trustees who have worked to provide the best in education to the students. The board oversaw the completion of the school buildings, gymnasium, grounds and the Religious Education Centre/Sports Pavilion." Liston College was fortunate to receive some considerable gifts in its early years. In 1978, John and Betty Rose donated the engineering workshop to the school. "Through their generosity, hundreds of young boys got the opportunity to learn engineering skills - skills that many fine-tuned in later years of life." In 1978, Henry Norcross donated the Liston College main entrance crucifix. Graham and Patricia Glamuzina donated the school chapel in 1979. "The chapel erected in the grounds of Liston College stands forever as a tribute to the thoughtfulness and generosity of the Glamuzina family. With the opening of a Catholic boys' college to service West Auckland, Graham and Patricia [Glamuzina] decided that an appropriate addendum to the college would be a separate chapel and so they provided the funding to complete the work. The delightful little chapel with its feature window designed by Colin McCahon
will always be a fitting way for us to remember the Glamuzina family."
. When Mr Francis (Frank) Huckle replaced him, it marked the last official connection of the Christian Brothers with the school". "Br Sisson completed his years as Principal in 1985 and the Brothers withdrew at the end of 1988" However Brother J D O'Neill
taught at Liston College 1991 - 1994 and he was the last Christian Brother to do so. The Christian brother connection with Liston College thus lasted for most of the first twenty years of its existence. "The first lay-Principal, Mr Huckle led the college from 1986 until his [retirement and subsequent] death in April 1999. This saw a period of consolidation and then growth in terms of enrolments, academic success and sporting achievement and it was a continuation of the self-help spirit, which was at the heart of the College from its foundation. 'Among Mr Huckle's many achievements, one was significant. It was his spiritual leadership of the College and it was consistent and clear during his thirteen years as Principal.'". "Mr Chris Rooney, the current principal, said it was appropriate to remember the contributions of Br Wellsmore, Br Sisson, and Mr Huckle, who shaped the College before him, and he sees it as his task to enhance what they had entrusted to him.""."
The Houses are used for some administrative purposes, such as assigning form classes, but are primarily used for the purpose of holding inter-house competitions in a variety of sports. Winning Houses are allocated points and at the end of the year, the House with the most points wins overall and the leaders of that House receive the "House of the Year" trophy.
Auckland
The Auckland metropolitan area , in the North Island of New Zealand, is the largest and most populous urban area in the country with residents, percent of the country's population. Auckland also has the largest Polynesian population of any city in the world...
, New Zealand
New Zealand
New Zealand is an island country in the south-western Pacific Ocean comprising two main landmasses and numerous smaller islands. The country is situated some east of Australia across the Tasman Sea, and roughly south of the Pacific island nations of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga...
, for year 7 to 13 boys and offers a Catholic education to its students. It was the second school opened by the Christian Brothers
Congregation of Christian Brothers in New Zealand
The Congregation of Christian Brothers is a Catholic religious order which has been established in New Zealand since 1876. The order's particular charism is the education of boys and in New Zealand the order has been responsible for eight schools and has launched other educational...
in Auckland. It was named after Archbishop Liston
James Michael Liston
James Michael Liston, CMG was the Seventh Catholic Bishop of Auckland.-Early life:James Michael Liston was born in Dunedin on 9 June 1881, one of a family of five children of James Liston, a hotel-keeper, and his wife, Mary . His parents were both born in Ireland. He was educated at Kavanagh...
(1881–1976), the seventh Catholic Bishop of Auckland (1929–1970). The school was founded in 1974 to serve the Catholic families of West Auckland and to absorb the growing number of boys who travelled daily to St Peter's College
St Peter's College, Auckland
St Peter's College is a Catholic college for year 7 to 13 boys . The school, located in Auckland, is one of the largest Catholic schools in New Zealand and is an integrated school under an integration agreement entered into by the Catholic Bishop of Auckland and the Government of New Zealand in...
in central Auckland.
Roll
Liston College has a diverse, multicultural roll. In 2005 its ethnic composition was NZ European/Pākehā 46%, Māori 7%, Samoan 14%, Asian 10%, Tongan 4%, Cook Island 1%, Other 18%. The college excels in sporting and cultural activities. Academically, the school offers for senior years the National Certificate of Educational AchievementNational Certificate of Educational Achievement
The National Certificate of Educational Achievement is, since 2004, the official secondary school qualification in New Zealand.It has three levels, corresponding to the levels within the National Qualifications Framework, and these are generally studied in each of the three final years of...
assessment system (NCEA) .
Beginnings
Liston College was established in February 1974 by the eighth Catholic Bishop of Auckland, Reginald Delargey (1914–1979, Auxiliary Bishop of Auckland 1957-1970 and Bishop of Auckland 1970-1974). The College commenced operations on 7 February 1974 using classrooms at Holy Cross School, HendersonHoly Cross School
-Australia:* Holy Cross Primary School, Woollahra, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia* Holy Cross Primary School, Trinity Park, Cairns, Queensland, Australia-Bangladesh:* Holy Cross Girls' High School , Tejgaon, Dhaka, Bangladesh...
, with a staff of two Christian Brothers, Br G J Wellsmore
Congregation of Christian Brothers in New Zealand
The Congregation of Christian Brothers is a Catholic religious order which has been established in New Zealand since 1876. The order's particular charism is the education of boys and in New Zealand the order has been responsible for eight schools and has launched other educational...
and Br J P McKean
Congregation of Christian Brothers in New Zealand
The Congregation of Christian Brothers is a Catholic religious order which has been established in New Zealand since 1876. The order's particular charism is the education of boys and in New Zealand the order has been responsible for eight schools and has launched other educational...
and 72 foundation pupils. The pupils were divided into Form One 'J' and Form One 'M'. These initials stood for Archbishop Liston
James Michael Liston
James Michael Liston, CMG was the Seventh Catholic Bishop of Auckland.-Early life:James Michael Liston was born in Dunedin on 9 June 1881, one of a family of five children of James Liston, a hotel-keeper, and his wife, Mary . His parents were both born in Ireland. He was educated at Kavanagh...
's Christian names - James Michael. Classwork began immediately and homework was set on the first day." "Brother Wellsmore ... supervised the building programme, the establishment of the curriculum and the development of a unique school spirit. The Christian Brothers tradition and values underpinned Br Wellsmore's vision for the school. As the school roll grew and the building programme was completed, the college spirit became embedded in the Liston community." During 1973 and 1974, the school was erected on the property at Edwards Avenue, which prior to work commencing was " ... an open paddock with an old house on it." The buildings, gymnasium and grounds were ready for occupation in the first term of 1975. The school was formally opened in November 1975 by John Mackey
John Mackey (Roman Catholic bishop)
John Mackey is the Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Auckland, New Zealand.Mackey was born in Bray, County Wicklow, Ireland. He was ordained a priest on 23 November 1941. On 25 April 1974, he was appointed bishop for the diocese. He was ordained a bishop on 30 June 1974...
, the ninth Catholic Bishop of Auckland (1974–1983), in the presence of Archbishop Liston
James Michael Liston
James Michael Liston, CMG was the Seventh Catholic Bishop of Auckland.-Early life:James Michael Liston was born in Dunedin on 9 June 1881, one of a family of five children of James Liston, a hotel-keeper, and his wife, Mary . His parents were both born in Ireland. He was educated at Kavanagh...
(who died the following year, 8 July 1976).
Development
When Brother R A SissonCongregation of Christian Brothers in New Zealand
The Congregation of Christian Brothers is a Catholic religious order which has been established in New Zealand since 1876. The order's particular charism is the education of boys and in New Zealand the order has been responsible for eight schools and has launched other educational...
became Principal (1980–1985) the roll had grown to 380 boys and 28 staff including five brothers. The deaths of Deputy Principal Brother Thomas Aquinas Monagle
Congregation of Christian Brothers in New Zealand
The Congregation of Christian Brothers is a Catholic religious order which has been established in New Zealand since 1876. The order's particular charism is the education of boys and in New Zealand the order has been responsible for eight schools and has launched other educational...
in 1983 and the head of the Intermediate Mr Hemana in 1984 had a profound effect on the whole school community.
Parental and community support
"From its beginning the college had good parental support. A very strong PTFA helped run various activities and it provided the backbone of great fundraising efforts. 'Foremost among these was the Friday night flea market which involved many families. Not only was it profitable but it was a great social event in Henderson. Crowds came along and at its peak $40,000 was made annually for the benefit of the school.' The annual gala was another source of revenue. The funds provided sports equipment, cricket wickets and practice nets, tennis courts, computer room, audiovisual materials and teaching resource material. Many building alterations were funded over the years.""The College has been well served by Boards of Governors/trustees who have worked to provide the best in education to the students. The board oversaw the completion of the school buildings, gymnasium, grounds and the Religious Education Centre/Sports Pavilion." Liston College was fortunate to receive some considerable gifts in its early years. In 1978, John and Betty Rose donated the engineering workshop to the school. "Through their generosity, hundreds of young boys got the opportunity to learn engineering skills - skills that many fine-tuned in later years of life." In 1978, Henry Norcross donated the Liston College main entrance crucifix. Graham and Patricia Glamuzina donated the school chapel in 1979. "The chapel erected in the grounds of Liston College stands forever as a tribute to the thoughtfulness and generosity of the Glamuzina family. With the opening of a Catholic boys' college to service West Auckland, Graham and Patricia [Glamuzina] decided that an appropriate addendum to the college would be a separate chapel and so they provided the funding to complete the work. The delightful little chapel with its feature window designed by Colin McCahon
Colin McCahon
Colin John McCahon was a prominent New Zealand artist. During his life he also worked in art galleries and as a university lecturer...
will always be a fitting way for us to remember the Glamuzina family."
Integration and character change
"In 1982 Liston College became an Integrated School and the number of brothers on staff was six." "In other respects the school was undergoing a change of character. The number of Christian Brothers in the school in 1982 was six. This was the largest representation in the history of the school. The sole remaining brother by 1985 was the Principal Br SissonCongregation of Christian Brothers in New Zealand
The Congregation of Christian Brothers is a Catholic religious order which has been established in New Zealand since 1876. The order's particular charism is the education of boys and in New Zealand the order has been responsible for eight schools and has launched other educational...
. When Mr Francis (Frank) Huckle replaced him, it marked the last official connection of the Christian Brothers with the school". "Br Sisson completed his years as Principal in 1985 and the Brothers withdrew at the end of 1988" However Brother J D O'Neill
Congregation of Christian Brothers in New Zealand
The Congregation of Christian Brothers is a Catholic religious order which has been established in New Zealand since 1876. The order's particular charism is the education of boys and in New Zealand the order has been responsible for eight schools and has launched other educational...
taught at Liston College 1991 - 1994 and he was the last Christian Brother to do so. The Christian brother connection with Liston College thus lasted for most of the first twenty years of its existence. "The first lay-Principal, Mr Huckle led the college from 1986 until his [retirement and subsequent] death in April 1999. This saw a period of consolidation and then growth in terms of enrolments, academic success and sporting achievement and it was a continuation of the self-help spirit, which was at the heart of the College from its foundation. 'Among Mr Huckle's many achievements, one was significant. It was his spiritual leadership of the College and it was consistent and clear during his thirteen years as Principal.'". "Mr Chris Rooney, the current principal, said it was appropriate to remember the contributions of Br Wellsmore, Br Sisson, and Mr Huckle, who shaped the College before him, and he sees it as his task to enhance what they had entrusted to him.""."
Houses
The names and colours of the Liston College Houses are:- Cook - red
- Kupe - yellow
- Pompallier - blue
- Tasman - green
The Houses are used for some administrative purposes, such as assigning form classes, but are primarily used for the purpose of holding inter-house competitions in a variety of sports. Winning Houses are allocated points and at the end of the year, the House with the most points wins overall and the leaders of that House receive the "House of the Year" trophy.
Principals
- Brother G. P. WellsmoreCongregation of Christian Brothers in New ZealandThe Congregation of Christian Brothers is a Catholic religious order which has been established in New Zealand since 1876. The order's particular charism is the education of boys and in New Zealand the order has been responsible for eight schools and has launched other educational...
(1974 – 1979) (foundation Principal) - Brother R A SissonCongregation of Christian Brothers in New ZealandThe Congregation of Christian Brothers is a Catholic religious order which has been established in New Zealand since 1876. The order's particular charism is the education of boys and in New Zealand the order has been responsible for eight schools and has launched other educational...
(1980 – 1985)) - Mr F D HuckleTeacherA teacher or schoolteacher is a person who provides education for pupils and students . The role of teacher is often formal and ongoing, carried out at a school or other place of formal education. In many countries, a person who wishes to become a teacher must first obtain specified professional...
(1986 – 1999) (First Lay Principal) - Mr C S RooneyTeacherA teacher or schoolteacher is a person who provides education for pupils and students . The role of teacher is often formal and ongoing, carried out at a school or other place of formal education. In many countries, a person who wishes to become a teacher must first obtain specified professional...
(1999 – present)
Notable former lay staff
- Mr Rauna Kauahia (Brownie) HemanaTeacherA teacher or schoolteacher is a person who provides education for pupils and students . The role of teacher is often formal and ongoing, carried out at a school or other place of formal education. In many countries, a person who wishes to become a teacher must first obtain specified professional...
- foundation teacher at Liston College, taught at the college 1974 - 1984; head of the intermediate in 1984. - Mr Frank HuckleTeacherA teacher or schoolteacher is a person who provides education for pupils and students . The role of teacher is often formal and ongoing, carried out at a school or other place of formal education. In many countries, a person who wishes to become a teacher must first obtain specified professional...
(deceased in 1999 or 2000) third, and first lay, principal of Liston College (1987–1999).
Notable Christian Brothers
- Notable Liston College Christian Brothers: Br Noel Cuthbert Doherty - Br Paul Vincent Donnelly - Br Francis Placidus Henery - Br Desmond Azevedo Hill - Br Walter Frederick Ives - Br John Paul McKean - Br Thomas Aquinas Monagle - Br John Didicus O'Neill - Br Francis William Perkins - Br Ignacy John Rubisz - Br John Henry Shepherd - Br Rex Anthony Sisson - Br Gary Joseph Wellsmore - Br Lawrence Hubert WilkesCongregation of Christian Brothers in New ZealandThe Congregation of Christian Brothers is a Catholic religious order which has been established in New Zealand since 1876. The order's particular charism is the education of boys and in New Zealand the order has been responsible for eight schools and has launched other educational...
Church
- Father Craig DunfordRoman Catholic Diocese of AucklandThe Latin Rite Catholic Diocese of Auckland is one of the two original dioceses in New Zealand. Although formally a suffragan diocese of the Archdiocese of Wellington, both were erected on 20 June 1848...
(born 1970): first old boy of Liston College to be ordained a priest; ordained by Bishop Pat Dunn on 26 January 2002; commenced his education at Liston College in 1982. - Father Andrew MatthewRoman Catholic Diocese of AucklandThe Latin Rite Catholic Diocese of Auckland is one of the two original dioceses in New Zealand. Although formally a suffragan diocese of the Archdiocese of Wellington, both were erected on 20 June 1848...
(born 1964): ordained 31 July 2002 at St Joseph's Church, Takapuna; attended Liston College 1979-1981.
Education
- Br Paul Vincent DonnellyCongregation of Christian Brothers in New ZealandThe Congregation of Christian Brothers is a Catholic religious order which has been established in New Zealand since 1876. The order's particular charism is the education of boys and in New Zealand the order has been responsible for eight schools and has launched other educational...
- Christian Brother; teacher
Sport
- Josh BlackieJosh BlackieJosh Blackie is a New Zealand rugby union player who plays for the Blues and Kobe Steel Kobelco Steelers in Japan...
- professional rugby player - Mark CarterMark Carter (rugby)Mark Carter is a former rugby football player. He represented Auckland in both rugby union and rugby league and represented New Zealand in rugby union. He has a street named after him in Manukau City.-Rugby Union:He played in the 1991 Rugby World Cup...
- All Black flanker (1991–1998) - Craig DowdCraig DowdCraig Dowd born 26 October 1969 in Auckland, New Zealand is a former rugby union player and current coach. He played 60 test matches for New Zealand between 1993 and 2000, spending his entire provincial career with Auckland. He spent his entire Super 12 career, 64 matches, with the Auckland Blues,...
- All Black prop (1993–2000) - Jason McLennonRugby union in FijiRugby union is a popular team sport that is played in Fiji. It is considered to be the national sport of the country. The sport was introduced in the 1880s. Fiji is defined as a tier two rugby nation by the International Rugby Board . The national team has competed at the Rugby World Cup and made...
- represented Fiji in international rugby 1993 - 1995 - Julian O'NeillJulian O'Neill (New Zealand)Julian O'Neill is a former professional rugby league footballer who spent most of his career playing in Super League...
- professional Rugby LeagueRugby leagueRugby league football, usually called rugby league, is a full contact sport played by two teams of thirteen players on a rectangular grass field. One of the two codes of rugby football, it originated in England in 1895 by a split from Rugby Football Union over paying players...
player - Paul RadisichPaul RadisichPaul Radisich is a New Zealand racing driver of Croat origin. He has competed in saloon cars for many years - both European-style tourers and the V8 Supercars of Australia and New Zealand.-Early years:...
- world touring car champion, won the Touring Car World Cup in 1993 and 1994; foundation pupil of Liston College in 1974, - Kevin SenioKevin SenioKevin Senio is a New Zealand rugby union professional who currently plays for ASM Clermont Auvergne. Senio is also a former All Black, making his debut after coming on for Piri Weepu against Australia in New Zealand's 34–24 win in the final match of the 2005 Tri Nations Series and is currently a...
- All Black half back (2005) - Anthony SwannAnthony SwannAnthony Gilbert Swann is a New Zealand former rugby league player who represented both New Zealand and Samoa in international rugby league. He was educated at Liston College, Henderson.-Playing career:...
- New Zealand representative Rugby LeagueRugby leagueRugby league football, usually called rugby league, is a full contact sport played by two teams of thirteen players on a rectangular grass field. One of the two codes of rugby football, it originated in England in 1895 by a split from Rugby Football Union over paying players...
player; member of the New Zealand national Rugby League team, "the KiwisNew Zealand national rugby league teamThe New Zealand national rugby league team has represented New Zealand in rugby league football since intercontinental competition began for the sport in 1907. Administered by the New Zealand Rugby League, they are commonly known as the Kiwis, after the native bird of that name...
" from 1996; played for Samoa in the 2000 world cup.(?). - Willie SwannWillie SwannWillie Swann is a former Samoa, Warrington Wolves and Auckland Warriors rugby league player.-Playing career:Swann was a Marist Saints junior who played fifteen matches for the Waitakere City Raiders in the 1994 Lion Red Cup, scoring 29 points. He was a Junior Kiwi in 1993...
- former SamoaSamoa national rugby league team-Notable Players & Coaches:* John Ackland * Steve Kaiser Coach 1990 - 1994* Steve Kaiser 1986* Afi Ah Koui 1986* Andrew Ah Koui 1986* George Apelu 1986* Fa'ausu Afoa circa-1995* Wing Afoa 1990 - 1994* Isaak Ah Mau circa-2006...
, Warrington WolvesWarrington WolvesWarrington Wolves are a professional rugby league football club based in Warrington, England that competes in Super League. They play at the Halliwell Jones Stadium, having moved there from Wilderspool in 2003....
and Auckland Warriors rugby leagueRugby leagueRugby league football, usually called rugby league, is a full contact sport played by two teams of thirteen players on a rectangular grass field. One of the two codes of rugby football, it originated in England in 1895 by a split from Rugby Football Union over paying players...
player. - Paul UrlovicPaul UrlovicPaul Mark Urlovic is a New Zealand professional footballer player who plays as Striker for Three Kings United in the Lotto Sport Italia NRFL Premier...
- New Zealand representative soccer player; striker; first selected for the New Zealand National Football Team, the All Whites in 1997; 33 caps. - Kim Wright - New Zealand representative soccer player; selected for the New Zealand National Football Team, the All Whites in 1990.