Building a future A chance to get out of her comfort zone is what attracted Siutiti Kauvaka to the Certificate in Applied Technology's carpentry programme at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa and it turned out to be much better than she expected.

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Performing arts in prison an awakening of the mind Tauira at a womens prison are reconnecting with their taha Māori and further study through a Te Wānanga o Aotearoa performing arts programme.

Performing arts in prison an awakening of the mind

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Learning the language a labour of love Shona Kelsen's family don't bat an eyelid when it comes to her bucket list because they know she likes a challenge.

Learning the language a labour of love

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Dreams become reality through wānanga police prep programme Becoming a police officer had always been a dream for single mum, Tori Barton, so she was willing to do whatever it would take to make that dream a reality.

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Top CrossFit athlete promotes health through education Aritaku Robens is one of the countries top CrossFit athletes passing on his skills and knowledge through his role as a kaiako (teacher) at the Wānanga.

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Art auctions support community causes It’s a labour of love for Whirikoka tauira, who are auctioning their art works for good causes in Gisborne.

Art auctions support community causes

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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.

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Keeping trusts on track As a member of a Māori Land Trust, Carol Ashby was keen to find out more about what that actually means.

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Multiple sclerosis diagnosis leads to rongoā Māori studies After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at 19, Arron Learmond began a journey of learning, researching and experimenting with herbal medicine and rongoā Māori.

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Mixing materials and motherhood Nadia Poole is making a name for herself by mixing her love of material with motherhood.

Mixing materials and motherhood

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