OPSA is the Otago Polytechnic Student Association, your student voice at OP.

OPSA is run by students for students as an independent organisation. We promote and supply services, facilities, and amenities, and represent student views and concerns.  

To say it simply: we’re here for you! 

Here are some of the things we do: 

Complaints & Advocacy: OPSA is here to help stand up for your rights when you need specific advocacy or have a complaint. You are always welcome to bring your issues to us. 

Representation: OPSA represents you from the classroom level all the way to the national level. We talk to local and national policymakers to make sure the rights and needs of students are always part of the conversation. For example, we were one of the organisations involved in the successful push to make smoke alarms compulsory in all rental accommodations.  

Tenancy Services: If you have questions about accommodation or problems with your flat, come speak with us. We can give you advice or help you get in touch with Tenancy Services.  

Hardship Fund: If you are experiencing financial difficulty, please come and have a confidential chat with us so we can determine how best we may be able to assist you. We have access to several forms of assistance, so let's determine the best option for you. Just call in to the OPSA office to organise a suitable time.   

Budget Advice: OPSA also offers free and confidential budget advice for all OP students. Make an appointment with an OPSA Advocate by calling (03) 477-6974. 

Class Grants: Is your class planning a recreational or social event? OPSA operates a fund to assist student groups with exhibition, study, recreation, social, travel and promotional events. Your Programme Representative can apply by completing a Grant Request Form (available from the OPSA Office) or on our grant application page. 

Lost property: Lost something? Found something? Come to OPSA’s office in the Hub, we handle most of the lost-and-found on campus. 

The exception is Robertson Library—items found there will be sent to the OUSA office at the University. You can visit or phone OUSA to check if they have your missing item: 03 479 5332 

The OPSA Office: Our main office in the Hub has comfy chairs, free bins for clothing and items, and a fridge with food. 

We also have a list of resources and organisations we can refer you to if you need help beyond what we can offer. So bring us any question and we can point you in the right direction. 

And you can always drop by just to say hi! 

Monday and Friday 
9.00am – 3.00pm 
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 
9.00am – 4.00pm 

03 477 6974 / Freephone 0800 762 786 (and ask to be put through to OPSA) 
 

opsa.org.nz 
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