The WCOBA
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.
WC Old Boys Events 2025
We are excited to offer a full programme of events for 2025 to give our WC Old Boys the opportunity to reconnect, share memories, enjoy time together, and find out more about Wellington College in 2025 and beyond.
| Event | Date & Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| WC Old Boys Reunion Auckland | Tuesday 8 April, 6pm. | World Cup Lounge West, Eden Park |
| WC Old Boys Reunion Hawkes Bay | Thursday 10 April, 6pm. | Hawkes Bay Club |
| ANZAC Service | Monday 28 April, 10.30am | Alan Gibbs Centre, Wellington College |
| Parents and Sons Breakfast | Friday 9 May, 7 - 8am | Alan Gibbs Centre, Wellington College |
| WC Junior Drama | Sunday 15 May, 6.30pm | The Theatre, Wellington College |
| St Pat’s Traditional | Wednesday 21 May, 1pm | St Patrick’s College, Evans Bay Park |
| Rongotai Traditional | Wednesday 4 June, 12.45pm | Wellington College |
| Silverstream Traditional & WCOBA AGM | Wednesday 11 June, 11am. | Cricket Pavilion, Wellington College |
| Grandparents Morning | Thursday 12 June, 9 - 11am. | Alan Gibbs Centre, Wellington College |
| WC Old Boys Mid-Winter Drinks | Sunday 15 June, 4pm | 1852 Pub and Kitchen, Brooklyn |
| Palmerston North Boys High School Traditional | Monday 16 June | Wellington College |
| Quad | Monday 23 – Thursday 26 June | Christ’s College, Christchurch |
| WC Old Boys Reunion Christchurch | Wednesday 25 June, 5pm | Fiddlesticks, Christchurch |
| WC Old Boys Reunion London | Thursday 3 July, 6pm | Ark Globe Academy |
| WC Old Boys Reunion Sydney | Tuesday 12 August, 6pm | The Occidental Hotel |
| WC Old Boys Reunion Brisbane | Thursday 14 August, 6pm | Captains Den, Barbossa Bar, Brisbane. |
| WC Old Boys Reunion Weekend | Friday 12 September – Saturday 13 September | Wellington College |
| End of Year Showcase | Friday 10 October, time TBC | Alan Gibbs Centre, Wellington College |
| 40 Years on Reunion Class of 1985 | Friday 7 November, 9 – 12.30pm & 6 – 9pm | Wellington College & Wellesley Club. Register Here |
| Special Reunion Class of 2021 | Friday 21 November, 3pm | Wellington College. Register Here |
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 2025
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.
