Kiwi Biologists Bring Home the Medals at International Olympiad
New Zealand students shine on the world stage at the 36th International Biology Olympiad in the Philippines New Zealand students have delivered an exceptional performance at the 36th International Biology Olympiad (IBO), held from 20–27 July 2025 in Quezon City, Philippines. Demonstrating the strength of Kiwi science talent, all four team members returned with medals—an […]
Anika Hayes – Class Act
“Growing up in one of the poorest countries in the world has given Anika Hayes a different perspective on life.” Read the full profile here: https://www.odt.co.nz/news/class-act/2024-winners/waitaki-girls-high-school
Josh Moody – Class Act
A knack for puzzle solving and a love of science meant Josh Moody, 18, has long understood where his studies would take him. Read the profile here: https://www.odt.co.nz/news/class-act/2024-winners/mt-aspiring-college
Success in Kazakhstan 2024 IBO
The New Zealand Biology Olympiad team are celebrating their success in Kazakhstan at the 35th International Biology Olympiad (IBO), in Astana. The team of Anika Hayes (Waitaki Girls’ High School), Luca Ririnui, Ngai Te Rangi (Mount Maunganui College), Jifei Shao (St Cuthbert’s College), and Sophie Webber (Woodford House) achieved international success against the top 4 […]