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Te Wānanga o Aotearoa celebrates 40 years of transforming education
Te Wānanga o Aotearoa celebrates 40 years of transforming education since the opening of O-Tāwhao Marae. Join us for a special Taringa podcast episode and livestream on Facebook. Discover our journey from humble beginnings to becoming the second largest tertiary institution in Aotearoa, empowering thousands of tauira through kaupapa-driven education. Learn more about our new strategic direction, Te Pae Tawhiti 2030.
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From kaupapa to K-pop
Discover the inspiring journey of Shelley Hoani, who earned her Doctorate in Indigenous Development and Advancement with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi. Learn how her passion for education, Rangahau, and K-pop has shaped her life and career at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa. Explore her commitment to supporting Māori single parents and celebrating her identity as a wahine Māori.
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Rangatahi carving their own way forward
Discover how Tāmaki rangatahi are carving their way into a brighter future through the Mahi ā Toi Academy at Rutherford College. Learn how this programme blends traditional Māori art of whakairo with modern tools, fostering a strong connection to whakapapa and Māori culture. Explore the success stories of recent graduates and the impact of kaupapa Māori education at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa.
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Finding strength and a future through social work
Discover the inspiring journey of Tessa Thompson, a social work tauira at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa. Learn how the Manaaki Tāngata programme and dedicated kaiako helped her overcome challenges and pursue a career in social work. Explore her commitment to making a positive impact on her whānau and community in Kawerau, and her aspirations to mentor rangatahi.
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Following the footsteps of her māmā: Haani Huata-Allen's path to PhD
Follow the inspiring journey of Haani Huata-Allen, inaugural recipient of the Te Manawahoukura Residency at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa. Learn how this groundbreaking residency supports kaimahi in their Rangahau projects, allowing Haani to focus on her PhD in Reo Revitalisation through Kapa Haka. Discover the impact of Indigenous research and the importance of continuing education inspired by her mother, Dr Te Rita Papesch.
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A whakairo journey shaped by art and community
Explore the inspiring journey of Murray 'Muzz' Green, who discovered his passion for whakairo (carving) through a work placement at Waipā Kōkiri Arts Centre. Learn how hands-on learning and community support at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa helped Muzz reconnect with his cultural roots and transform his life. Discover the importance of art and community in preserving Māori traditions.
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A kaiako who built more than a course
Discover the journey of Peter Waaka, a dedicated kaiako at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, who has been at the forefront of business education in the lower South Island for over two decades. Learn how his practical approach helps tauira turn their business ideas into reality and build financial resilience. Enrol in our business programmes today and gain skills for life
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From Kaimahi to kaihaka – two journeys, one kaupapa
Explore the journeys of Te Wānanga o Aotearoa kaimahi Haimona Maruera and Maiterangi Collett as they prepare for Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga 2025. Discover their dedication to kapa haka, the support from Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, and the significance of this prestigious event in showcasing traditional Māori performing arts. Learn more about the Te Matatini Society Inc. Kapa Haka Scholarships for Māori and Pasifika tauira.
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Kaiako privileged to be guiding the next generation of social workers
Tracey Hall, kaiako of Ngā Poutoko Whakarara Oranga – Bachelor of Bicultural Social Work at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, reflects on her first year of teaching. Discover how her passion for social work and dedication to kaupapa Māori values are shaping the next generation of social workers. Learn more about the unique BBSW programme and how it prepares tauira to create social change and achieve equitable outcomes for whānau and communities
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Curiosity ignites a journey of discovery through raranga
Explore the journey of Maunga Kura Toi graduate Tracey Dale, who found her voice and reconnected with her identity through raranga at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa. Discover how her passion for Māori weaving, inspired by her studies and kaiako, led to personal growth and a commitment to sharing her knowledge with future generations. Learn more about the transformative power of kaupapa Māori education.
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