A garden party attended by 3000 was a highlight of the school's centenary celebrations held over the weekend of 21-22 February 1981. The oldest pupil at the celebrations was Mr William Tripe, 83, who is seen here cutting the cake. From left: Mrs Judy Church (head mistress), Mr Doug Dean (trust board chairman) Mr William Tripe and his son-in-law, Mr Michael Cox, MP for Manawatu.