How to make a Traffic Light cocktail

Ingredients

• 2 parts Midori
• 2 parts orange juice
• 2 parts grenadine

Instructions

1. Tip 2 parts grenadine into the bottom of the glass. 
2. Then hold the glass at a 45 degree angle and tip in the orange juice down the side and the grenadine will float.
3. Then, still holding the glass at that position, tip the Midori down the side of the glass

The traffic light was just one of the cocktails being demonstrated during our recent visit to our pathway partner New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA), although we only got to sample the mocktail (alcohol free) version!  As part of our Friday options classes, we took a big group of students to NZMA's open day.  During the afternoon the students were shown around campus, participated in a scavenger hunt (with chance to win an ipod shuffle), watched some excellent barista and mocktail making demonstrations, and had a yummy free BBQ, complete with mocktails and freshly made coffee!   We even got to sit in on some classes and talk to tutors. NZMA have a range of courses in management, hospitality and cookery, and they are a Dominion pathway partner.  That means that students who successfully complete our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course, can gain direct access into specific courses at NZMA, without having to take the IELTS exam.  For more information, on our EAP course and our pathway options, please visit our website www.dominion.school.nz or contact us now marketing@dominion.school.nz.

 

Autumn in Dominion

The clocks went back one hour last weekend. We are now GMT + 12. It is officially autumn here now, even though the weather continues to be delightfully summery (dry, calm and clear skies) but slowly it’s getting cooler.

A good confirmation that it is autumn is the beginning of the rugby season. Our students have already been out to a local match. This is a must-do for all visiting our country as it causes GREAT EXCITEMENT.

Happy Chinese Year in Auckland!

Do you know that the Sky Tower is 15 + years old? Yes, it is one of the icons in Auckland. At special times throughout the year the Sky Tower lights up certain colours to show support for a range of activities. These range from annual calendar events, community partnerships and sporting events. Sky Tower is now lighting up in red and gold to celebrate the Chinese New Year.

From Sky Tower website: 'It is a truly captivating experience visiting Auckland's Sky Tower. At 328 metres, it is the tallest man-made structure in New Zealand and offers breathtaking views for up to 80 kilometres in every direction. You can  travel up in the glass-fronted lifts to one of the three spectacular viewing platforms, or for more thrills and excitement, you can SkyWalk round the pergola at 192 metres up or SkyJump off the Tower!' Watch a video from one of our former students (and intern!!) in YouTube here.

The Sky Tower visit is one of the activities included in our Teenage Programme. It is also included in the Afternoon Activities for adults. Going up with Dominion is the cheapest way to do it  for students as we can offer them a special group rate - be aware that not everybody has to jump off when visiting the Sky Tower: the SkyWalk and SkyJump options are optional and an extra discount fee will incur for our students.

After school activities - Feb 13

Did you know we have afternoon activities all year round? Did you know that some of those activities are free (you don't even have to pay transport)? What a wonderful opportunity to be able to go out, practice English, have a good time spending virtually no money at all. We are so fond of these kind of activities. When students come to our schools, they usually come on their own and they are eager to meet people. That is why we have free activities every month. We know how important it is for students!

After School Activities

December 2012 & January 2013

Did you know we have afternoon activities all year round? Did you know that some of those activities are free (you don't even have to pay transport)? What a wonderful opportunity to be able to go out, practice English, have a good time spending virtually no money at all. We are so fond of these kind of activities. When students come to our schools, they usually come on their own and they are eager to meet people. That is why we have free activities every month. We know how important it is for students!

After School activities

October 2012

Did you know we have afternoon activities all year round? Did you know that some of those activities are free (you don't even have to pay transport)? What a wonderful opportunity to be able to go out, practice English, have a good time spending virtually no money at all. We are so fond of these kind of activities. When students come to our schools, they usually come on their own and they are eager to meet people. That is why we have free activities every month. We know how important it is for students!

On the 16th October we are going on a city tour around Mount Eden and Mission Bay, would you like to come? Let us know and register your interest at reception.

One Tree Hill

Auckland view

Jumping off the Sky Tower!!

 

We are sad to see Gavin go. Gavin is from New Caledonia, he first came to the school and studied on our Teenage Programme some time ago - our English plus Activities course. After a while, he came back and studied back with us on our adult courses - our General English one.  This last time he not only studied English in one of our advanced courses but also did his Intership here with us.  He has been helping us with with administrative, marketing and activities duties. Well done Gavin and we wish you all the best for your future! Email us if you are interested in receiving more information on our Intership Programme for Dominion English Schools Auckland's students marketing@dominion.school.nz .

This video was taken when Gavin jumped off the Sky Tower. Do you know that the Sky Tower is celebrating its 15th anniversary? It is a truly captivating experience visiting Auckland's Sky Tower. At 328 metres, it is the tallest man-made structure in New Zealand and offers breathtaking views for up to 80 kilometres in every direction. You can  travel up in the glass-fronted lifts to one of the three spectacular viewing platforms, or for more thrills and excitement, you can SkyWalk round the pergola at 192 metres up or SkyJump off the Tower (like Gavin here!!)! Thanks Gavin for letting us sharing your video here. The Sky Tower visit is one of the activities included in our Teenage Programme. It is also included in the Afternoon Activities for adults. Going up with Dominion is the cheapest way to do it  for students as we can offer them a special group rate - be aware that not everybody has to jump off when visiting the Sky Tower: the SkyWalk and SkyJump options are optional and an extra discount fee will incur for our students.

Victoria Park afternoon activity

On Thursday 22nd March students enjoyed the sunny autumn weather and played soccer in Victoria Park. This is one of the free afternoon activities we offered at Dominion after 4 pm for Senior students. Have a look at the March calendar for more options. It is great to see students having a good time, doing a little bit of exercise and mingling with others from different level and countries.

March afternoon activity calendar for Senior students

Soccer at Victoria Park

Group photo!!

Festival of Flowers

 This post was from our lovely Dominion English School Christchurch. 

It is with sadness that I write to confirm that Dominion English Schools Christchurch will not reopen for a foreseeable future. Our building is still inaccessible and we have decided to cut our losses. This is specially sad when you look at the photos above. When the earthquake struck, Dominion Christachurch had just celebrated its 20th birthday. We were lucky that no-one connected in any way to the school was injured, apart from shock. We miss the school and working with wonderful staff that showed such responsibility and courage right up until the very sudden end. Many thanks to them for building such a warm, friendly high quality school.

Martin Wall - Principal, Dominion English Schools




11 Feb - 6 Mar 2011

On Wednesday afternoon Jean, Chie and a group of students walked down to the Cathedral Square to see the beautiful floral carpet inside the Cathedral. It was very interesting seeing many types of flowers, familiar and unknown, arranged in spectacular designs! The Festival of Flowers is a highlight in Christchurch during summer. If you are in town don't miss this exhibition along with other floral displays around the city.

The Cathedral Square decorated.

Even the tram had festive adornments!

The Christchurch Cathedral.

Etsuko, Ghislaine, Jean, Nozomi, Keiko, Yuta, Hide, Shiori, Chie and 2 local enthusiasts outside the Christchurch Cathedral.

The floral carpet ...

New Zealand paua shells illuminated.

A small reminder of winter, in contrast to the sunny day.

Hide, Keiko, Etsuko and Shiori looking at the Ikebana display.

Jean, Keiko, Shiori, Hide, Yuta, Panus, Etsuko & Ghislaine enjoying a lovely activity and the beautiful Christchurch weather!