After 11 years as principal of Oamaru's Catholic secondary school, Mr Olsen announced yesterday he would be stepping down at the end of the year, to take up a role as manager of the Catholic Education office for the Dunedin Diocese.

"It's exciting to take on a new challenge, but it'll be a huge wrench," Mr Olsen said.

"My heart's been invested in [St Kevin's College]. It's been an incredible opportunity to lead such an awesome school." Read more