Raymond Hohipa - He Waka Hiringa Graduate
Brings historical narratives to life through the art of tā moko
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Corrie Lane - CSBM Graduate
It was important for Inditouch founder Corrie Lane to 'do it right'.
Youth Guarantee Kaiako - Francis Vestolu
His own experience helps him relate to tauira who may have left school with bad learning experiences.
Judy Tauahi - CSBM Graduate
Founder of Tapa Kids World in Home Based Childcare
Why as a Pākeha I wanted to learn Māori ways
Bruce Graham shares why as a Pākeha it was important for him to be comfortable with Māori processes.
Sweet story of success with International Foods
The story of how two teachers became lolly merchants, importing International foods into New Zealand.
News and events
A custom-built career
Impeccable taste and an eye for detail are key attributes for Julian and Jenna Poff when it comes to winning customers.
Age no issue for young teacher
Being the youngest in her class didn’t bother Djuan Ruland-Umata during the three years she spent studying for a Bachelor of Education (Primary) degree at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa.
Now are innovators
Te Toi o Tua is the name that now identifies the national Innovation Hub initiative, first introduced to Te Wānanga o Aotearoa by Hangarau in 2016.
Traditional methods for current problems
Te Wānanga o Aotearoa tauira are using traditional methods and mātauranga Māori to rid their waters of a contemporary pest.
Good grade for Grant
Tumuhangarau Grant Strang has been named as one of the top 100 Chief Information Officers for 2018 in New Zealand.
Honour for top artist
Senior kaiako – Rauangi Sandy Adsett has been presented with an Honorary Doctorate in Fine Arts from Massey University.
Music month mayhem at Mangere
To celebrate New Zealand Music Month, Te Wānanga o Aotearoa is helping put a new spin on a popular event.
Awards reward for toi tauira
A group of first-time museum exhibitors from Whirikoka will see their exhibition nominated at the Aotearoa Museum Awards.
Nepia steps up to new role
Tumuaramātauranga Nepia Winiata has been appointed Deputy Chief Executive of Te Wānanga o Aotearoa.
Wāhine take up the tools
Construction stereotypes are taking a hammering at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, as three tauira wāhine pick up the tools for all the right reasons.
Young leaders learn together
Te Wānanga o Aotearoa has played a significant role in the first Te Matatini Youth Leadership Programme.
Innovation Hub goes from strength to strength
A pilot project that was put in place by Hangarau 18 months ago has laid a solid foundation for driving a culture of innovation
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Whangārei tauira create little big things
A pair of Taitokerau whakairo tauira are turning heads with their miniature take on one of Aotearoa’s most momentous occasions.
Paving the way in Ōtautahi
People are walking all over Morehu Flutey-Henare’s work, and she couldn’t be happier.
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Why study with us?
Te Wānanga o Aotearoa is a uniquely Māori learning environment for everyone. We're not a university or a polytech. We're a wānanga. And that's just a little bit different.
So what does that mean for you?
No matter who you are, if you're a New Zealand Citizen or resident living in NZ, we have amazing study possibilities for you.
If you want to learn in an environment that’s been designed for your success and you don’t want to go far from home to do it, this is the place for you. For over 30 years we’ve been delivering recognised qualifications to meet the needs of school leavers, business professionals, empty-nest mums and dads, indigenous academics and kaumātua.
Certificates, diplomas, degrees and a masters degree, we do it all. And we do it with commitment, aroha, and all the support you might need along the way. Culturally rich and inclusive, we believe that what's good for Māori is good for the world, and we'd love for you to come and experience that.
Our kaiako (tutors) are passionate, experienced, and go above and beyond. Our learning spaces are well-resourced. And the amount of support we have on offer is really impressive. If you want to know the ways we can help you on your learning journey, find out about our student support services.
We’ve got sites in 80 towns and cities around the country where you can upskill, get started on a learning journey, or have a second chance at education. So come on, check us out. We'd love you to be part of our whānau.
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