Remutaka Camp

Over the week Maidstone Intermediate’s Remutaka rōpū have been on their camp. Including a trip to the Abel Tasman track, speed climbing competitions, downhill go-karts, an epic waterslide, and a flying fox.

Volleyball Exchange

Maidstone Intermediate’s volleyball teams performed well at the the Volleyball exchange.

The Boys Team came in 7th overall, the Girls A Team at 6th overall, and the Girls B Team at 12th overall.

Korean Exchange Journey

The Korean exchange ākonga have been enjoying themselves in Korea. Including sharing kai, visiting the temples, and sharing a waiata to mark Te Wiki o te Reo Māori from Korea.

World of WearableArt

The Maidstone Intermediate ākonga were able to experience the WOW for the very first time. Even though there was the wild weather outside, it was unforgettable night of creativity and inspiration.

Source: Maidstone Intermediate / A “thank you” to Maidstone Intermediate for their permission to share their school news on The Upper Hutt Connection.

22/09/25

Te reo māori: https://maoridictionary.co.nz

• ākonga: (noun) student, pupil, learner, protégé.
• rōpū: (noun) group, party of people, company, gang, association, entourage, committee, organisation, category.
• Waiata: (verb) (-hia,-tia) to sing. / (noun) song, chant, psalm.
• Te Wiki o te Reo Māori: Māori Language Week