
Apprentice electricians in heat of competition
More than half a dozen Otago Polytechnic electrical apprentices are competing in the Dunedin round of the Master Electricians Apprentice Challenge on Thursday 2...

Exam support volunteers urgently needed
There is an urgent need to find volunteers to help provide exam support for a number of our tauira.With exams beginning on 28 June (and continuing until the end...
Topical research projects showcased
Six students presented their research as part of the OPAIC Student Research Forum on Tuesday 24 May. This is the first time since the middle of 2021 that the st...

Gaining project management skills via internship
Qi (Joanna) Wang has gained valuable work experience, learned new skills, and expanded her understanding of sustainability during her internship. Joanna has b...

OP to launch another video games pathway.
Otago Polytechnic is introducing another video games-related study pathway.Open to learners from July, the new Game Design pathway sits within the New Zealand C...

Mural celebrates Māori connections
A mural celebrating Māori connections with the land aims to uphold the mana of tauira, making them feel more included in the physical space of Otago Polytechni...

Celebrating the Green Office Toitū
Our Green Office Toitū team held an event this week to celebrate the office and raise awareness of its work. The Green Office was launched last year to support...

Otago Polytechnic food event to celebrate rūnaka and Matariki
A group of Otago Polytechnic learners have been hard at work preparing and planning a feast to celebrate Matariki in collaboration with EAT NZ, Te Rūnanga o Ō...

Jean Ross' Inaugural Professorial Lecture
We warmly invite you to join us at our upcoming inaugural professorial event: Professor Jean Ross - Collaborating with Communities: Communities Collaborating...

Kaiarahi role an exciting opportunity
Jody Takimoana, recently appointed Kaiarahi, Māori Development and Kaitohutohu Office, is excited about his new role, which will see him engaging with and supp...

Otago Polytechnic learners collaborate for Cancer charity
Otago Polytechnic learners from a range of disciplines are combining their brain power for charity.Tauira studying event management, hairdressing, fashion, beau...

Brew School flying high
Our Otago Brew School features in the latest edition of Air New Zealand's Kia Ora magazine. Read the article here...

Design learners to fore in international competition
Otago Polytechnic School of Design students have shone in an international design competition, Map the System.Nine students from Otago Polytechnic’s School of...

The Politics of Design book launch
Te Maru Pūmanawa | College of Creative Practice & Enterprise at Otago Polytechnic and Ōtepoti He Puna Auaha | Dunedin City of Literature, and the Universit...

Supporting senior student researchers toward scholarly publication
A group of OPAIC students are taking part in our Advanced Wānanga Kairangahau Workshops, set up to help them take the next step in their research journeys. The...
First Impressions results are in!
Over the past two weeks, new OPAIC students have been invited to complete our First Impressions Survey. The survey helps us to see how new learners are settl...
OPAIC staff present at Internship Summit
OPAIC Employability Manager Dani Mao and Learning and Teaching Specialist Bruno Balducci presented at the 2022 Internship Summit organised by the International...

Event to showcase smart sustainability
The first Smart Aotearoa - Sustainable Development competition event will take place this November. The event will bring together experts from a range of sector...

Nursing students' working bee helps Fijian women
An industrious group of Otago Polytechnic year-3 Bachelor of Nursing tauira have swapped vaccination needles for sewing needles to help women from a Fijian vill...

Master’s graduate lands finance role
Master of Applied Management graduate Simranjit Kaur has landed a permanent full-time job at her internship company Cardinal Logistics. Simranjit spoke to our c...

Hybrid celebration for top achievers
Our latest Excellent Scholars awards ceremony was celebrated on-campus and online. At this week’s ceremony, Applied Management Head of Department Russell Harr...

On the quiet – Otago Polytechnic learners help solve a privacy problem
A group of Otago Polytechnic Bachelor of Design (Product) learners have been busy solving a problem of the future – ensuring there are places for hospital sta...

Launching Synergy Health - Wellbeing platform pilot
Te Pūkenga is trialing a digital wellbeing platform called Synergy Health. You may have read about it in the latest issue of Ngā Taipitopito. This is in di...

WEBINAR: Earth caught in stone
TUESDAY 17 MAY, online
Webinair: Earth caught in stone
Join us virtually to meet some of the scientists and artists from the Art+Science Exhibition, ...

Māori research symposium 2022
KIA HIWA RᾹ! KIA HIWA RᾹ!Theme: Tino Rakatirataka: thinking and practicing sovereignty and self-determination.Te Kura Matatini ki Otago (Otago Polytechnic)...

Chief Executive to help judge Otago Sports Awards
Otago Polytechnic Chief Executive Dr Megan Gibbons is one of judges for the annual Otago Sports Awards. Joining Dr Gibbons on the judging panel for the Otago P...

Welcoming students to campus
It was great to be back on campus for Orientation today. Our last few Orientation events have taken place online due to Covid restrictions, but today we were ab...

Building confidence through internship experience
Maimiti Manate says the opportunities provided at OPAIC allowed her to become a confident work-ready graduate. Students and alumni shared their internship exper...

OPAIC students help with reforestation efforts
A group of volunteers from the Green Office Toitū at OPAIC had a memorable time contributing to reforestation efforts in Waihi this month. Volunteer, Hallie Du...

Kaiako recognised for efforts with He Toki programme
Congratulations to kaiako William Woolnough and Darryl (Daz) John, who have received the 2021 Excellence in Teaching Award for their work on the He Toki intake...

Ceramic works tackle theme of student wellbeing
Dunedin School of art graduate Aaron Obbeek has created ceramic sculptures for four meeting rooms in the Hub.Titled “Out of the Black: Into the Blue”, the i...

The Art and Science Project - Pam McKinlay
THURS 14 APRIL, ONLINE Seminar, hosted by the Centre for Science Communication The Art and Science Project Pam McKinlay Pam McKinlay is an artist and curator...

Carpentry apprentices show off skills
Eager apprentices put their carpentry skills to the test at the New Zealand Certified Builders ITM Apprentice Challenge at the weekend.Eight apprentices, all en...

"Top Art" exhibition at the Dunedin School of Art
12 - 14 APRIL and 2-5 MAY (closed during term break), DUNEDIN SCHOOL OF ART GALLERY*, REIGO STREET, (Off Albany Street), Dunedin. * Masks required for entry...

"Crossroads; Childish Adult Stuff" installed in Quad
The latest sculptural installation in Otago Polytechnic’s Four Plinths Project dabbles in the past while pondering the future. “Crossroads; Childish Adult S...

Otago Polytechnic Carpentry apprentices prepare to show off skills
There will be more than the usual whiff of competitive spirit in the New Zealand Certified Builders (NZCB) Otago ITM Apprentice Challenge this weekend.All nine...

Dillon Gamble - New sculptural works, Located in the Otago polytechnic central courtyard
Opening 7 APRIL, 2022, 5.30PM, Otago Polytechnic Courtyard - 4 plinths Crossroads; Childish Adult Stuff, 2022. New sculptural works by Dillon Gamble. T...

Out of the Black : Into the Blue, Ceramic Works by Aaron Obbeek
Opening 7 APRIL, 2022, 5.30, The Hub, Otago Polytechnic, Forth Street, Dunedin. Out of the Black : Into the Blue, Ceramic Works by Aaron Obbeek (In collabor...

Jasmine Togo-Brisby- new work to show at DPAG (former Tautai Artist in Residence at DSA)
9 APRIL - 12 JUNE, 2022, DUNEDIN PUBLIC ART GALLERY. Jasmine Togo-Brisby discovered the existence of the remains of the schooner Don Juan on a short trip t...

Anatomy Lessons by Michele Beevors at the Animal Attic, Otago Museum
6 APRIL - 24 JULY, ANIMAL ATTIC, OTAGO MUSEUM Michele Beevors Anatomy Lessons Venue: Animal Attic, Otago Museum, 419 Great King Street North, Dunedin North,...

Success Story: Yindi Fu
Yindi Fu is excelling in his studies and puts his recent improvement down to the support he’s received from teachers and peers. Yindi came to New Zealand seve...

EARTH: caught in stone travelling art+science exhibition
2 APRIL - 6 JUNE, FORRESTER GALLERY, OAMARU, 9 Thames Street, Ōamaru Following in the footsteps of successful Art and Science Projects over the previous s...

Graduate’s millinery skills help others mark academic milestones
Otago Polytechnic graduate Katie Mangai has gone to extra lengths to ensure others are able to celebrate their academic success in style this week.Katie, who wi...

The founder of Dunedin chocolate company Ocho has returned to her original love of clay
The founder of Dunedin chocolate company Ocho has returned to her original love of clay. Liz Rowe talks to Rebecca Fox about learning the value of time. The Exc...

Call for Papers: Junctures: The Journal for Thematic Dialogue 2022
Call for Papers. Junctures: The Journal for Thematic Dialogue, # 22: "multi-"As the world around us becomes increasingly complex and as the tensions between tec...

5th Annual Professional Practice Symposium
We are calling for presentations for the 5th Annual Professional Practice Symposium.Ko te kai a te rangatira, he kōrero: the sustenance of chiefs is words. Th...

Research Methods Seminars - Q Methodology
This is the first in a series of seminars where staff talk about how they have applied different research methodologies and methods within their own research. F...

Otago Polytechnic learners cook up a storm catering to students in isolation
A group of Otago Polytechnic learners is catering – literally – to the culinary needs of fellow Dunedin students isolating because of Covid.Otago Polytechni...

Paemanu: Ngāi Tahu contemporary visual arts, now showing at DPAG
The summer of 2021-22 has a been a unique time to visit the Dunedin Public Art Gallery. All aspects of the Gallery programme – from contemporary art to histor...

Celebrating our top achievers
We’ve once again celebrated our high-achieving students at an Excellent Scholars Awards Ceremony. This week’s ceremony was a little different to past events...

Research Award for Neil Grant exhibition and publications 2021
Rob Cloughley, Pam McKinlay and Thomas Lord are recipients of an Otago Polytechnic, Staff Excellence in Research Award 2022 for their contributions to the Neil...

The Politics of Design - available online and for sale
Our publications launch late last year included a book edited by Professors Federico Freschi and Jane Venis (Te Maru Pūmanawa College of Creative Practice &...

Performance Management Training for Leaders
The next session People and Culture are running for the Performance Management Training is this Monday 20 June 1.30-3.30pm The module covers what performance...

Our People Make a Better World!
We are proud to share the digital format of the book: "Monograph 2021: Mentoring Practices and Initiatives across Te Pūkenga" in which staff from Te Kura Matat...

Otago Polytechnic adds ‘old-school’ approach to student support
Otago Polytechnic’s ongoing efforts to support its learners now include additional measures – “old-school” distractions such as board games, books and p...

Combining art, science, maths and computing with clay
Note: the DSA Gallery is not open to the Public under the current Covid-Protection Framework.Documentation of exhibitions will be shown in our online flickr g...

OP claims multiple medals at Best Design Awards
Otago Polytechnic has won five medals at the Designers Institute of New Zealand Best Design Awards.Eight Otago Polytechnic School of Design-related projects wer...

OPAIC team investigates AI in healthcare
A graduate and lecturer have teamed up to research how artificial intelligence can be used to improve health outcomes in New Zealand. Tavish Sehgal completed...

Introducing the Dunedin School of Art Leadership Team 2022
Introducing the newly constituted Dunedin School of Art Leadership Team which comprises Victoria Bell (Head of Programme for the Bachelor of Visual Arts), Alysh...

Insights from Associate Professor Hayden Croft
Otago Polytechnic academic Hayden Croft, recently promoted to Associate Professor, provides some insights into his career, motivations and research.Q: What is y...

Otago Polytechnic has multiple finalists in Best Design Awards
Otago Polytechnic students, graduates and staff members will be keenly awaiting the judges’ decisions at the Designers Institute of New Zealand Best Design Aw...

Congratulations to latest members of Professoriate
A highlight of Otago Polytechnic’s annual staff day is the official recognition of the newest members of our Professoriate.Following a rigorous application pr...

New students get familiar with OPAIC
We’re welcoming our first intake of students for 2022 to OPAIC this week. Our new intake consists of onshore and offshore students from countries all over the...

Using 3D printing in sustainable construction
An OPAIC graduate has put her passion for sustainability into practice during her master’s research in the area of construction. Tatiana Poletaeva worked as a...

Otago Polytechnic to collaborate with University of Otago on welcome video
Otago Polytechnic is teaming up with the University of Otago to produce a combined video welcoming students and new staff to both institutions though mihi whaka...

Long-serving DCE says future looks bright
Chris Morland, Deputy Chief Executive Learner Experience Otago Polytechnic, retires on Friday 28 January, bringing to a close four decades of experience with...

New name for Trades Training Centre - He Toki Kai Te Rika
Otago Polytechnic’s multi-million-dollar Trades Training Centre has been gifted an official name – He Toki Kai Te Rika.“We are honoured to have been gifte...

Introducing our new research journal
We’re excited to announce the launch of our new journal Rere Āwhio – The Journal of Applied Research & Practice. This open access, peer-reviewed journal wi...

Otago Polytechnic excited about new executive appointments
Otago Polytechnic is excited to welcome Megan Potiki and Jason Tibble to new executive leadership roles. The pair joined Otago Polytechnic’s Te Kāhui Manuku...

Graduate donates garment to Otago Museum
Otago Polytechnic Fashion Design graduate Rakel Blomsterberg has gifted a much-loved item to Otago Museum.Despite having been hounded for years to sell her Miss...

Prototype EV bike a vehicle to ongoing learning
One of the showpieces of Otago Polytechnic’s recent Engineering Technology Showcase, a prototype EV bike is best regarded as a vehicle to ongoing learning ben...

Student delighted to be back after 18 months offshore
What was supposed to be a quick trip home to New Caledonia turned into quite a journey for Bachelor of Applied Management student Margo Ballesta. Margo started...

$1.19m boost for Dunedin’s game development sector
Dunedin’s game development sector is ending the year on a high note following a $1.19 million funding allocation from the New Zealand Centre of Digital Excell...

First for Otago Polytechnic as academic completes Masters entirely in te reo Māori
Shaun Tahau has created history at Otago Polytechnic, successfully completing a Master of Professional Practice – entirely in te reo Māori.It’s been a sign...

OPAIC joins international sustainability movement
Otago Polytechnic Auckland International Campus joined an international movement with the launch of our AIC Green Office Toitū yesterday. This new office will...

Otago Polytechnic learner wins architectural award for wetland vision
Otago Polytechnic Architectural Studies learner Georgia Pope has won the 2021 New Zealand Institute of Architects (NZIA) Southern Branch Student Award, announce...

Tapuae Gym - From Fri 3 Dec - entry requires 'My Vaccine Pass'
This information is for current members of Tapaue Gym. To keep our people and communities safe and allow our gym to operate with no limits you will need to show...

MPP in te reo Māori a first for OP
Kei āku iti, kei āku rahi, e ngā kauwae reo rangatira, tēnā koutou katoa. Shaun Tahau made a slice of Otago Polytechnic history this week, successfully com...

Women’s Cricket World Cup 2022
Otago Polytechnic Chief Executive Dr Megan Gibbons dressed up in Victorian garb yesterday as part of a promotional campaign for the ICC Women’s Cricket World...

Charity House raises $115k for community groups
Otago Polytechnic’s annual Charity House auction on Saturday November 20 raised $115,000 for a range of community groups.Around 70 people attended the 15th C...

The positive power of a good idea
Otago Polytechnic Bachelor of Design (Product) third-year learners Emily Mackenzie and Angus Lewry are great believers in the positive power of a good id...

A byte-sized taste of the world of video games
From a surreal puzzler to a shark-infested treasure hunt, Otago Polytechnic’s Hub has provided a byte-sized taste of our learners’ technical skills and c...

A new look for "Collections”
Lights, camera, action . . . the wonderful world of Otago Polytechnic Fashion Design learners is being captured on film.One of the highlights of Otago Polytechn...

Good turn-out for Neurodiversity Symposium
More than 60 people took part in today’s inaugural Neurodiversity Symposium, hosted by Otago Polytechnic.More than 40 people attended in-person and another 2...

Design duo double down for 'Debrief' exhibition
Otago Polytechnic’s “Debrief” exhibition holds extra significance for two Bachelor of Design (Communication) students. Ella Montgomery and Emily Bell have...

Otago Polytechnic set to host Charity House auction
Otago Polytechnic will host its annual Charity House auction on Saturday November 20.Each year for the past 14 years, Otago Polytechnic carpentry students have...

Dunedin School of Art SITE exhibition highlights eclectic variety
Otago Polytechnic’s Dunedin School of Art will be transformed into an art gallery for the annual SITE exhibition, which showcases an eclectic variety of works...
Otago Polytechnic prepares for annual Student Showcase
The next fortnight promises to be a whirlwind of activity at Otago Polytechnic, as we celebrate our annual Student Showcase.Student Showcase is about promoting...

Head of IT delivers online learning workshop
Head of IT, Dr Farhad Mehdipour, delivered a workshop on the challenges of online learning environments at the 7th Iran International Conference on Engineering...

Introducing our new Online Student Representative
Our new Online Student Representative Kashmira More is working towards her Post Graduate Certificate in Applied Management while working as an HR Analyst with a...

Success Story: Akshay Nair
Bachelor of Construction student Akshay Nair performed so well during his internship that he’s just been hired as a permanent employee at a construction compa...

Celebrating our Excellent Scholars
Congratulations to the students who received Excellent Scholar Awards for top marks in their programmes during Study Block 4. The recipients were Wei Wei, Weifa...

Student Story: Sushant Kwatra
Sushant Kwatra’s internship with Cardinal Logistics is helping him gain the experience he needs to pursue a career in supply chain management. Sushant decided...

Learners mix sport and exercise with community-spirited projects
Otago Polytechnic’s annual Student Showcase kicks off on Friday, 5 November, with an “in-house” event at our Institute of Sport, Exercise and Health.Based...

Second keynote speaker for Neurodiversity Symposium announced
The organisers of Neurodiversity Symposium, to be held on Thursday 11 November, are excited to announce Jolene Stockman as the second keynote speaker.Jolene (Te...

Engineering Technology Information Night!
Ever thought about a career in Engineering but not sure where to start? (or not sure what Engineering even is?) We're holding a FREE Engineering Technology Info...

Sustainable development research shared
We enjoyed hearing from a range of speakers, including our staff and students, on the topic of sustainable development at two online events yesterday. First was...
Inspirational learning journeys celebrated
A broad range of inspirational stories were shared at Otago Polytechnic’s Adult Learning Awards, held at its Dunedin Campus on Thursday, October 28.The award...
Hub exhibition out of this world
Otago Polytechnic has played host to more than 40 vibrant and visionary projects developed by school pupils.The Otākou STEAM Cluster has been running the 'Miss...

Otago Polytechnic adult learners to celebrate success
A wide range of Otago Polytechnic adult learners will celebrate their academic journeys this week.Otago Polytechnic’s Adult Learning Awards, to be held at its...

Artist wins International Award for Clay Animation Film
CONGRATULATIONS to Artist and lecturer at the Dunedin School of Art, Kiri Mitchell who has won bronze at the International Women Over 50 Film Festival, winnin...

Professorial Lecture examines embodiments of privilege and power
Congratulations to Professor Federico Freschi, Head of College of Te Maru Pūmanawa - Creative Practice & Enterprise, Otago Polytechnic, on his Professorial Lec...
Staff Forum video & presentation
Otago Polytechnic Chief Executive Megan Gibbons addressed a Staff Forum on the proposed Te Pūkenga Operating Model. Watch the video here To view the propose...

Leadership Matters l Succession and Retention Planning
If the last few years have taught us anything it is that change is constant and inevitable. As an organisation we have always responded and adapted well to chan...

Success Story: Christine Santiago
An OPAIC student has been keeping busy this lockdown as an essential worker with one of the world’s biggest food and beverage companies. Christine came to New...

SITE 2021: end of year student exhibition (flickr gallery)
SITE 2021: end of year student exhibition (flickr gallery) EXHIBITION DATES Friday 19 November - 5.30pm – 7.30pm Friday*Saturday 20 November - 10am – 4pm...

Expect delays on SH88
Commuters using SH88 to get to and from Port Chalmers should expect delays over the next two months. The work will start on Wednesday 6 October and run through...

Changes to Otago Polytechnic Cyber Security
The risks to cyber security are greater every year and we are responding by tightening our security on our digital platforms to make it harder for malicious...

Otago Polytechnic continues to play leading role in Dunedin economy
Otago Polytechnic has contributed almost a billion dollars to the Dunedin economy over the past five years.Otago Polytechnic’s latest Economic Impact Repor...

Innovative online study option for Otago’s future digital designers
Otago Polytechnic learners can now study the New Zealand Certificate in Digital Media and Design (Level 4) online on eCampus NZ.This programme is a good entry-p...

Learner says every week about mental health awareness
Every week is mental health awareness week, according to Chev Libaude.“I’ve been surrounded by mental health issues most of my life, whether it is within my...

Supporting mental health treatment with virtual reality
An OPAIC graduate has co-authored a paper about the use of virtual reality in treating anxiety and depression. The paper titled Virtual Reality for Supporting t...

Otago Polytechnic introducing wine industry programme
Otago Polytechnic’s proven nose for innovation will see its Cromwell Campus roll out a programme specialising in commercial wine cellar operations early next...

Save the date - call for presenters
Neurodiversity Community of Practice Symposium 2021 - call for presenters!
OP’s new Neurodiversity Community of Practice will be launched at a symposium for s...

Tauira benefit from food parcels
Otago Polytechnic tauira and their whānau, spanning from North Dunedin to Milton, benefited from the mahi of our team at Te Punaka Ōwheo late last week.“We...

Success Story: Mickail Lim
OPAIC master’s graduate Mickail Lim is making his mark in the ICT Project Management industry in New Zealand. Mickail currently works as ICT Project Manager a...

Robinson's golden gesture rewarded
Our people really do make a better world.Otago Polytechnic graduate Holly Robinson not only won a gold medal in the women’s javelin F46 competition at the Tok...

A return to nursing
Anna Perkins has returned to Nursing after an 18-year break — and is excited about the next chapter in her professional journey. Anna recently completed the C...

Top scholars celebrated
We celebrated the achievements of students who received top marks in their programmes last study block, in an online Excellent Scholar Awards ceremony yesterday...

Tumuaki Whakawhanake role established
Otago Polytechnic has created an exciting new role – Tumuaki Whakawhanake/Director Māori Capability, which is a Tier 3 leadership role responsible for overse...

Otago Polytechnic Design Lecturer wins national teaching award
Otago Polytechnic Lecturer Hannah Joynt has won an Ako Aotearoa Tertiary Teaching Excellence Award for 2021.The Ako Tertiary Teaching Excellence Award is among...

Welcoming students to the OPAIC whanau
We’re excited to welcome another new cohort of students to the OPAIC whanau this week. Today’s on-campus Orientation began with an introduction from our ICT...

Connecting with Microsoft for collaboration opportunities
Head of IT, Dr Farhad Mehdipour, and Student Experience Coordinator, Anastasia Timoshkina, met Microsoft’s Higher Education Industry Executive, Dimitri Mardas...

Dunedin School of Art Alumni win awards in the Parkin Drawing Prize
Congratulations to Lecturer Marion Wassenaar - Highly Commended Award in the Parkin Drawing Prize with "Carbon Shroud" and to Alumna Sue Pearce Merit Award for...

Eight OP projects in Best Design Awards finals
Eight Otago Polytechnic School of Design projects, involving students, graduates and staff members, have been named finalists in the Designers Institute of New...

Dunedin Campus open for business
The Dunedin Campus will be open today. We are aware that a number of schools and early learning centres across Dunedin are either closed or have late starts...

Student story: Song (Vincent) Zhang
Vincent Zhang gave up an engineering job with Apple in China to come to New Zealand and start a new career in construction. He’d been working for Apple retail...

Student Rep attends International Education Forum
Our Student Representative, Chris William, attended an International Education Forum held by Education Minister Chris Hipkins this month. The minister spoke a...

OPAIC students have their say on study in New Zealand
Three Otago Polytechnic Auckland International Campus students took part in a workshop hosted by Education New Zealand last week. Chris William (from South Af...

Sisterly celebration at Otago Polytechnic graduation
Last weekend was a big one for Dunedin sisters Sharna Morgan and Tiana Smith, who finally crossed the stage of the Dunedin Town Hall on Friday 23 July as part o...
Doctorate historic moment for Otago Polytechnic
Like all good stories, Otago Polytechnic academic Adrian Woodhouse’s graduation tale is strewn with many twists.Adrian will make history on Friday 23 July whe...

Beauty Therapy or Hairdressing Taster Days
Experience what it is like to be a beauty professional on our Taster Day. Join us for a FREE Taster Day! This is your opportunity to explore your Beauty The...

Ceremony third time lucky for Otago Polytechnic CEO and graduands
Otago Polytechnic Chief Executive Dr Megan Gibbons has had plenty of practice polishing her speech for this Friday’s graduation ceremony at the Dunedin Town H...

Online student story: Zhu Xiaowen
Zhu Xiaowen is one of our offshore international students currently studying NZCEL (Level 4) from China where she lives with her family. Zhu studied the NZC...

Health Information Evening - 12 Aug
Want to work as a healthcare professional? This is an opportunity for our community to explore their healthcare career options. This Health Information Even...

Success Story: Dixa Fulara
All the experience Dixa Fulara gained during her time at OPAIC is paying off in her new job in the hospitality sector. Dixa’s uncle, who moved to New Zealand...