The Wellington College Old Boys Association
Lumen accipe et imperti. Receive the light and pass it on.
The Wellington College Old Boys Association (WCOBA) is one of the strongest alumni organisations in New Zealand, with 34,000 recorded members. With a thriving reunion and events programme, we are proud of the strong connection between the WCOBA and the Wellington College community.
Our current WC Old Boys include those who attended College in the 1940s to those who graduated last year. We celebrate a diverse community with a wide range of backgrounds and interests. The careers and achievements of WC Old Boys have taken them all over the world and have made a significant contribution to business, the arts, science, entertainment, technology, sport, communication, medicine, invention, and exploration.
The WCOBA hosts regular functions and reunions which enable our WC Old Boys to keep in close contact with their College and their friends from school. The Association focuses on encouraging all leavers to maintain links with the College and with one another.
The Association has an elected executive, and many WC Old Boys have given distinguished service to the WCOBA Executive as members.
Every student who leaves Wellington College automatically becomes a member of the WCOBA. Being a Member of the WCOBA provides many benefits including a WC Old Boys Lapel Pin, special invitations to functions, the annual Lampstand magazine, monthly e-newsletters, and a global connection to a network of people who share a common bond as WC Old Boys.
The WCOBA is your Association. We look forward to your participation in the life of the WCOBA. It is by making the effort to stay in touch we can all be sure that an education at Wellington College truly does last a lifetime.
The Lampstand 2025
Stay connected with the Wellington College Old Boys’ community through The Lampstand, our annual magazine. Each edition features alumni stories, achievements, College news, and highlights from the past year.
Celebrate the shared history, successes, and ongoing connections that make our community so special.
WC Old Boys Events 2026
We are excited to offer a full programme of events for 2026 to give our WC Old Boys the opportunity to reconnect, share memories, enjoy time together, and find out more about Wellington College in 2026 and beyond.
| Event | Date & Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| McEvedy + Wright & Grattan Plaque Unveiling | Monday 2 March | Old Boys Gym |
| WC Rugby 150th Celebrations - Golf Day, Rugby Legends Luncheon, Wellington College vs Nelson College Match | Thursday 16 April - Saturday 18 April. | WC and other venues |
| WC Old Boys Reunion Class of 1976 | Friday 17 April | WC Archives & AGC |
| WC Old Boys Christchurch Reunion | Monday 20 April | Fiddlesticks Bar & Restaurant |
| Football Quad | Monday 20 — Tuesday 21 April | Christchurch |
| Anzac Day Services 10.30am and 11.30am | Friday 24 April | WC - AGC |
| WC Old Boys Auckland Reunion | Thursday 30 April | Twofold Bistro Brewery, Parnell |
| WC Old Boys Bay of Plenty Reunion | Friday 1 May | Classic Flyers Café, Mount Maunganui |
| 40 Years on Reunion Class of 1986 | Friday 8 — Saturday 9 May | Brewtown, WC, The Shepherds’ Arms |
| WC Old Boys Reunion Class of 1996 | Friday 15 May | WC Archives and AGC |
| WC Old Boys Reunion all Classes of 1950s | Monday 18 May | WC Archives and AGC |
| St Pat’s Traditional and WCOBA AGM | Wednesday 20 May | WC and Pavilion |
| Rongotai Traditional | Wednesday 3 June | Rongotai |
| Parents Breakfast | Thursday 4 June | WC - AGC |
| Silverstream Traditional | Wednesday 10 June | Silverstream |
| 100th Quad Tournament: Aftermatch Function & Gala Dinner hosted by Whanganui Collegiate Register Here | Wednesday 17 June - Saturday 20 June | Whanganui Collegiate |
| School Production: Amadeus | Thursday 25 June - Saturday 27 June | Theatre |
| Pōu Unveiling Celebration | Monday 29 June - Friday 3 July | WC - Front of AGC |
| Palmerston North BHS Traditional | Wednesday 22 July | Palmerston North |
| WC Old Boys Reunion Melbourne Register Here | Tuesday 11 August | Melbourne |
| WC Old Boys Reunion Sydney Register Here | Thursday 13 August | Sydney |
| Grandparents Morning | Thursday 20 August | WC - AGC |
| WC Old Boys Reunion Class of 2016 Register Here | Monday 24 August | WC Archives and AGC |
| WC Old Boys Reunion Class of 2006 Register Here | Friday 28 August | WC Archives and AGC |
| Foundation Day Celebration and End of Year showcase | Friday 16 October | WC and AGC |
| WC Old Boys Catch Up Reunion, Class of 1991 Register Here | Friday 30 and Saturday 31 October TBC | WC Archives and AGC |
| WC Old Boys Reunion Class of 1966 Register Here | Friday 20 November | WC Archives and AGC |
| WC Old Boys Reunion San Francisco | Thursday 3 December | San Francisco |
| WC Old Boys Reunion New York Register Here | Tuesday 8 December | New York |
Keep In Touch
Our Old Boys community spans generations and continents, but the ties to Wellington College remain strong.
We encourage all Old Boys to maintain their connection with the College by updating their details, attending events, and sharing personal news.
To update your information, or submit a story, please contact us:
WCOBA Executive 2026
Committee Members
Old Boys News
We love to keep the wider College community updated and appreciate hearing from our Old Boys. If you have news and stories to share, please let us know.
E-Newsletters
Each month, we share the latest news via our WC Old Boys e-newsletter.
Haven’t heard from us?
If you haven’t received a copy of the annual Lampstand Magazine, our e-newsletters, or information about your cohort reunion, it means we don’t have a current email address for you.
Contact oldboys@wc.school.nz to update your information.
Support our Archives: Preserving our history for future generations
The history of our school is a rich tapestry woven from generations of stories, achievements, and memories. Our Archives serve as a vital repository, safeguarding these invaluable records – from old photographs and memorabilia to yearbooks, personal stories, and more. These items not only honour our school’s past but also inspire future students by connecting them with the legacy that came before them.
However, maintaining and expanding our Archives requires ongoing support. With your help, we can continue to catalogue, digitise, and display these historical treasures, making them accessible to our community and ensuring their preservation for years to come.
How You Can Help
Donate:
Your financial support will directly fund archival materials, digitisation projects, and preservation efforts.
If you are in the position to help support our team, you can make a donation with your credit card via the button below, or donate directly to our bank account:
Account Name: Wellington College Foundation
Account Number: 06-0501-0575822-02
Particulars: Your Name
Reference: Donation
Code: Archives
Individuals can claim a 33.33% tax credit for all donations over $5.00 when they submit their next tax return.
Share Your Stories:
Have a piece of school history to contribute? We welcome items and stories from Old Boys, family members, and friends of the school.
Volunteer:
Join our team in preserving, organising, and cataloguing these cherished records.
Together, let’s keep the spirit of our school alive for generations. Your support makes a lasting impact—thank you for helping us honour our past as we look toward the future.
