Performing Arts
NZCF Big Sing Regional Final – 9 June 2026

On Tuesday evening 9  June at First Presbyterian Church in Tay Street, the New Zealand Choral Federation Big Sing Regional Festival will be held. The evening starts at 7:00pm and will conclude at approximately 9.35pm. Door Sales will be available.

Prices are:

Waged                                                   $20

Unwaged                                               $15

Students (tertiary and school)          $5

The adjudicator for this year is Rachael Griffiths-Hughes. Rachael is Director of Music at St. Peter’s Cathedral, Hamilton, and Senior Lecturer at the University of Waikato Conservatorium of Music, where she teaches Music history, ear training and directs the University choir. Rachael performs as harpsichordist and organist with many ensembles, recently as soloist with the NZSO. Her long-term research interest is the editing and performance of 17th and 18th century sacred cantatas. She has adjudicated for both The Kids’ Sing and The Big Sing and was on the adjudication panel for the 2024 World Choir Games.

FEMME choir members are to be in full school winter uniform. This includes their school blazer with no jersey. They will meet at the church at 6:00pm for a warmup. Sanguine choir members will meet at the same time. The girls are to be in winter uniform with red jersey, no blazer.

All choir members will attend a rehearsal at First Presbyterian Church that day. Students will be excused from class at 1:20pm to meet Mr James and Miss Rae in POT, ahead of a 1:30pm bus departure from school. The rehearsal will conclude at 3:15pm. Please note that return transport is not provided; students are required to make their own travel arrangements home directly from the church.

The evening promises to be an entertaining one. Please be aware there are nine choirs performing and the venue will be full. Please arrive early to ensure getting a seat. We look forward to having you in the audience on what will be a fabulous night of singing. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me at school 03 2116030 or [email protected]

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Weekly sports contains risks, including common injuries like strains, sprains, bruises and dislocations. These events are managed by the appropriate sporting body in conjunction with school staff who will manage risk and hazards according to the school’s safety management plan. This includes careful consideration of the risks, all risks will be outlined to the students. While risks can be maintained to acceptable levels they cannot be totally eliminated. Some risk is retained for its learning and experiential value. If you wish to come in to school to see our safety management systems or have any questions, feel free to contact Ashleigh Rabel 03 211 6030 or [email protected].

It is important for safety reasons that students follow instructions given to them by all staff and follow all appropriate school rules. Behaviour by students that is deemed dangerous and puts themselves and/or others at undue risk will result in your child facing disciplinary actions on their return or sent home at the cost of the Whanau/parents or caregivers.

RISKS Disclosure

This event contains risks, including possible injuries. This event is managed by school staff or other organisations who will manage risk and hazards according to the school’s/organisation’s safety management plan. This includes careful consideration of all procedures while carrrying out the activites. While risks can be maintained to acceptable levels they cannot be totally eliminated. Some risk is retained for its learning and experiential value.

If you wish to come in to school to see our safety management systems or have any questions please phone 03 211 6030.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

I understand that sports, trips, and extra-curricular activities are opportunities for me to learn, practice skills, and gain attitudes and values in an environment outside of the school.  I realise that this requires me to take on genuine responsibility for my own enjoyment and safety and that of others.

I agree to do the following to make this happen:

  • Show courtesy and consideration to others.
  • Follow the rules and instructions of staff and other supervisors at the events.
  • Look after myself and my personal belongings.
  • Declare medical conditions that could affect participation in the events.
  • Accept the rules set by the school for the events.
  • Take part in all activities within ‘challenge-by-choice’ options

I understand that my parents / caregivers will be contacted and I may be sent home at their expense if:

  • My actions are considered unacceptable by staff / supervisors of these events.
  • I breach the behaviour / discipline standards of the school.
  • My actions put me or others in any danger.

Book a Tour of Enwood House

Come and see all that Southland Girls’ High School offers boarders with a tour of Enwood House that allows you to see our facilities in action, while meeting the staff and the students.

To book in for a tour of the boarding house, please email Jenni Dennis, [email protected] or telephone 03 211 6030.

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Come and see all that Southland Girls’ High School offers students with a school tour that allows you to see our facilities in action, while meeting the staff and the students.

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To book in for a tour of the school, please email Nicola Macpherson on  [email protected] or telephone 03 211 6030.

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Southland Girls’ High School
328 Tweed Street, Georgetown,
Invercargill 9812, New Zealand

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