Kia ora e te whānau,
This notice is to inform our school community that a casual vacancy has occurred on our school board for an elected parent representative.
A valued member has stepped down before the end of their term, and the board has formally resolved to fill this vacancy by selection, as provided for in the Education and Training Act 2020.
Filling the vacancy by selection, allows the board to appoint a suitable person to serve until the mid term elections (approximately October/November 2026), ensuring stability and continuity in our school’s governance.
Requesting a By-Election
While the board has decided to fill the vacancy by selection, our community has the right to request a by-election.
If 10% or more of eligible voters on the school roll ask the board to hold a by-election to fill the vacancy, then a by-election will be held.
Any requests for a by-election must be sent in writing to:
Onslow College Board
by email: boardsecretary@onslow.school.nz or
by post: Private Bag 13906, Johnsonville, Wellington 6440
Requests must be received by the board no later than 4:00 pm on Monday, 8 September 2025 (which is 28 days from the date of this notice, August 11, 2025).
If you support the board’s decision to fill the vacancy by selection, you do not need to do anything.
We appreciate your continued support as we work to maintain a strong and effective board for the benefit of all our ākonga. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the board via the email address above.
Ngā mihi,
Onslow College Board