Kirsty Dowding

Kirsty Dowding is the principal of Hobsonville Point Secondary School, known for her commitment to inclusion and diversity within the educational environment. In light of recent protests, she made the difficult decision to cancel the school's LGBTQ+ event, prioritizing the safety and well-being of students and staff. Dowding emphasized the school's role in fostering a safe, happy, and healthy atmosphere for learning while expressing disappointment over the cancellation of an event that aimed to support the community.