Meet the student leaders who will guide the Academic, Arts, Cultural, Service and Sports Councils at OHS in 2026.
Student leadership plays an important role at Onehunga High School by giving students the opportunity to contribute to school life, represent their peers and help build a positive and inclusive school culture. In 2026, five student led councils will work alongside prefects and staff leaders to support academic success, creativity, cultural celebration, service to others and participation in sport. These councils provide a platform for students to develop leadership skills while helping organise events, promote opportunities and celebrate the achievements of the OHS community.
Each council focuses on a key area of school life and is guided by a clear mission that reflects the values and priorities of the school. Through these councils, students are able to lead initiatives, encourage participation and ensure that the voices of students are represented. From promoting academic achievement and creative expression to celebrating cultural diversity, supporting community service and encouraging participation in sport, the councils play a key role in shaping student life at OHS.
Councils 2026
Academic Council Mission statement: Guided by the WAKA value of excellence, the council promotes focus, effort, resilience, and support to help students achieve their full academic potential and celebrate their success. Members: Ezinne Ukeje, Phoebe Tutt, Harley Taufelila, William Scott, Ollie Ren, Esther Ogunbunmi, Zeva O'Sullivan, Zayed Muhammad Imtiyas, Michaela Mitchell, Joe Milne, Shea Mendis, Lesieli Manuopangai, Alexandra Lindsay, Anna Lightbody, Ada Hockly, Judith Fynn, Ryco Brewer, Tiaki Strickland, Wynter Looker, Sarah Hellyer
Arts Council Mission statement: Promoting creative excellence by leading arts projects, encouraging student participation in creative and extracurricular activities, and celebrating student achievements. Members: Cleo Milne, Phoebe Kate Maiquez, Ashton Mahy, Elliott MacDonald, Harlin Kita-Mokalei, Hamna Khan, Leo Kelly, Jacob Henderson, Ja-bez Halasima, Vicky Guan, William Ford-Evans, Cayce Coe, Hayden Chandler, Holly Barrett, Hazel Argent, Luciana Beaton, Ellen Loftus, John Dela Cruz
Cultural Council Mission statement: Promoting and celebrating the rich diversity of OHS students by fostering global citizenship, inclusion, and unity through cultural events, language weeks, and service initiatives that support and connect all students. Members: Rhyston Toeono, Zharia Talagi-Aholima, Devante Taamale Faiaga, Ruby Stephens, Tohi Sinipata, Dornia Silupe-Ulumani, Nemani Radrole, Malua Lemana, Sanalio Latu, Taliyah Kumitau, Kalea Kienga, Richard Fotu-Sharkey, Aiveni Fahina, Paea I Moana 'Elone, Saiesha Chhotu, Isabella Cathro, David Tu’ifua, Ariana Latu, Leigh’Gin Kuluia Hampton-Toko-Mikahere
Service Council Mission statement: Promoting sustainability, community engagement, and compassion by encouraging student involvement in service, fundraising, and volunteer initiatives that give back to the community and build resilience, perseverance, and pride through meaningful schoolwide events. Members: 'Ana Vaea, Sissy Szabo, Ren Sugahara, Savannah Schoonraad, Dylan Reid, Serah Ogunbunmi, Nathan Marshall, Ronan Laing, Martha Kavenga, Penny Hollands, Daniel Grange, Annanola Fononga, Buwaneshi Elpitiya Acharige, Keith Blake, Ehpsawpaw Ba, William Apa, Livvy Matsas, Eva Havili, Kristin McIntyre
Sports Council Mission statement: Promoting health, wellbeing, and school spirit by encouraging participation in physical activities, celebrating sporting achievements, and leading events that foster teamwork, resilience, and a strong school culture. Members: Evan Rico Agduyeng, Sophie Boulton, Selena Cardoza, Isabella Edlin, Pita Fahina, Abdolwahid Haidari, Jazzlyn Lagilikoliko-Siono, Elisetele Makalio, Toby 'One'one, Zara 'One'one, Tere Te Tini, Tanish Thacker, Lisa Hellyer, Inoke Colavanua, Jack Van Houts
The 2026 councils bring together a diverse group of student leaders who are committed to making a positive difference in the school community. Working collaboratively with staff leaders and prefects, they will help organise events, promote opportunities for involvement and recognise the achievements of students throughout the year.
