| Name | Role | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Shelley Clark | Teacher in Charge | clark.s@whs.ac.nz | |
| Ms Rebecca Easton | Teacher in Charge | easton.r@whs.ac.nz | |
| Ms Jane Headon | Teacher in Charge | headon.j@whs.ac.nz | |
| Mrs Samantha Sutherland | Teacher in Charge | bridge.s@whs.ac.nz |
Debating enables students to learn the art of persuasion, research skills and public speaking skills. Our school teams prepare to compete in regional, and national tournaments.
Who can join: All Students (students may also be interested in adjudicating)
When: Meet weekly during interval.
Events:
Regional and National competitions.
The Central North Island Regional Competition is run over a weekend in March or April.
The Manawatu Secondary Schools Debating runs debates on Saturday/Sunday through terms 2 and 3 (approx twice a term).
Participation is optional.
Students are welcome to attend just the school club.
Cost: Minimal – contribution to entry and transport costs.
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Last Reviewed: November 17, 2025
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CNI Regional Debating Competition 2021, hosted by Whanganui High School