The annual Music Awards is a prizegiving for the cocurricular achievements between the two Westlake Schools. Held at McHughes restaurant in Cheltenham, it is always a special time to recognise and celebrate the successes of the year. Commitment and leadership badges and certificates are awarded to Year 11 – 13 students who have participated in the instrumental and choral ensembles, and special cups and trophies are awarded to Year 13 students. Valerie Sin on guitar, and the Awesome Foursome, a vocal quartet from WBHS, gave guest performances.
Photo above: Guest Speaker Anaplea Polataivao with the students and staff involved in the Tinā film and premiere.
The guest speaker was Anapela Polataivao, the actress, director and writer, widely recognised as the lead in the recent NZ film, Tinā. Westlake choir Choralation has a special connection to the film, firstly as the inspiration for the story, then featuring in the film and soundtrack, and later performing live at the Premiere earlier this year. Anapela spoke about the importance of staying ‘curious, courageous and connected’ to foster creativity and artistry. It was a special honour to welcome Anapela and hear her perspective and life story of her success.
The senior music cup and trophy award winners for 2025 are:
Cups and Trophies |
2025 Winners |
| Leadership in Instrumental Music | Elaine Zhou |
| Leadership in Choral Music | Mel Teulilo & Jaymie Chee |
| Leadership in Music Department | Abi Mitchell & Jaymie Chee |
| Leadership in Performance | Elaine Zhou & Annie Yang |
| Accompanist Trophy | Elaine Zhou |
| Creativity in Music | Abi Mitchell |
| Excellence in Contemporary Music | Valarie Sin |
| Most Promising Song Writer | Joy Feng |
| Excellence in Music Performance | Hollie Blackwell |