Become a member
Founded in 1893 under Headmaster James William Tibbs, the Auckland Grammar School Old Boys' Association (hereafter OBA) provides an enduring bond between the School and its alumni. Its world class network ensures that the opportunities and benefits of an Auckland Grammar School education extend well beyond the classroom years. The Executive Committee represents the interests of all Old Boys. Its key objectives are to:
- Grow and maintain a strong network of Old Boys, connecting them to the School and each other
- Support the School so that it can preserve its high quality educational standards for the benefit future generations
- Promote and enhance the Auckland Grammar School brand in the community
The OBA has a long and proud track record of giving back to the School. This includes substantial contributions to several iconic School buildings including
- The Cenotaph War Memorial and extension which commemorates those Old Boys who gave their lives in war
- The School Library
- The original Sports Pavilion
- The Centennial Theatre
- The upgraded Old Boys' Pavilion and changing rooms
The OBA also takes an active role in the School's governance and is privileged to appoint two trustees to the Board of Trustees, as well as having representation on the Headmaster's Council and Development Committee.
Benefits of becoming a member
Becoming part of the OBA provides you with access to a powerful alumni network with unrivalled reach, both across New Zealand and around the world. Key Member benefits include:
- Becoming part of a world class global business and social network
- Access to the OBA Business Directory, which connects Old Boy demand and supply of goods and services, with prescribed discounts or other benefits
- Preferential ticketing and discounted prices for Old Boy events, including the annual Dinner and Augusta Awards, the Pub Quiz, Golf Evening and a range of business networking lunches and professional seminars
- A 25% discount on selected memorabilia at the School Shop
- A complimentary copy of the Ad Augusta magazine twice a year
To read about our 2023 Augusta and Lion Award winners, please click here.
The OBA enjoys regular communications, made through the following channels:
- The Old Boys section on the School's community website
- Quarterly eDMs
- The biennial Ad Augusta magazine, published online
- The Auckland Grammar School Old Boys' Association Facebook page
- Facebook alumni groups for Old Boys based in the United Kingdom, the United States and Australia
- The Auckland Grammar School Old Boys' Association LinkedIn page
How to Join
Fill in the form below to become a member of the Auckland Grammar School Old Boys' Association. If you choose an annual membership subscription, your credit card will be charged each year so you won't need to set up a recurring payment. If, in the future, you wish to cancel your subscription, please email agsoba@ags.school.nz.
We look forward to welcoming you to the OBA and strengthening your ties with both the School and Old Boys community.
Per Angusta Ad Augusta