Kate Shevland, his principal from Ōrewa College—or "OC", as we know it—shared some memories of Matt that were put together by Matt's mates and staff members who taught him. I'd like to share some of those with you. Outdoor education: "Matt was an absolute legend. He was part of the first ever level 3 outdoor education programme at Ōrewa College and planned trips such as a snow camp to Mount Ruapehu and a surf camp to Tāwharanui. He was in the first ever Survivor Ōrewa, a hotly contested part of the programme. The outdoor education units he helped to plan are still part of the course 10 years later. He was liked by all his peers, warm natured, and gave everything a go—an amazing student."