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Mānawatia a Matariki | Celebrate Matariki
Published on 04 June 2025
Matariki is a special time of the year where we come together to celebrate and remember. Our Te Punaka Ōwheo team are running some fab events so come along and join in!

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Changes to Compassionate Consideration process
Published on 03 June 2025
We have made some changes to our Compassionate Consideration process to ensure you’re getting the support you need along the way.

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May Policies Notification
Published on 03 June 2025
A summary of all the policy updates for May 2025.

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Take a warm wellness break
Published on 30 May 2025
Did you know OUSA has a sauna? You can book a session for just $6 with your Student ID!

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IT student wins scholarship
Published on 30 May 2025
With a passion for maths, web design and coding, Akaljot Singh Sodhi is putting his scholarship to great use studying the Bachelor of IT. He's also enjoying getting a taste of Kiwi life!
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Arboriculture ākonga at Orokonui Ecosanctuary
Published on 30 May 2025
Arboriculture ākonga wrap up another year of felling pines and eucalyptus to support native bush regeneration in the sanctuary

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Samoa Language Week
Published on 30 May 2025
Tālofa lava! Gagana Samoa | Samoa Language Week is 1–7 June. Let's celebrate the language and culture of Samoa!

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Blending learning with love for cricket
Published on 28 May 2025
Aditya Rajesh Rangwani is bringing his passion for cricket to his master’s degree. Originally from India, he hopes to represent New Zealand in the sport one day.

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50 Years for Graham Burgess - What a milestone!
Published on 27 May 2025
Carpentry programme stalwart Graham Burgess is celebrating 50 years of service with Otago Polytechnic this month - our first kaimahi to reach that milestone!

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Aerolink airport shuttle deal for students and staff
Published on 27 May 2025
Need a lift to the airport? OPSA has arranged a great deal on transport available year-round.

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Ako in action at Alumni Coffee Connect
Published on 23 May 2025
We had a fantastic turnout at our recent Alumni Coffee Connect event.