Nau mai ki te poka pū hou, ara, ko Kāpehu
Kia ora and welcome to your new student hub - Kāpehu.
Kāpehu means compass in te reo Māori.
If you’re feeling lost, Kāpehu is here to help you find your way.
Let’s get started…
Your profile menu. All your personal details are now accessible from this menu in the top left corner.
Quick links help you find the most commonly used items and will be visible on all pages in Kāpehu.
From software and learning tools to room bookings, this is your study toolkit.
Are we missing anything? Let us know and we can add it for you.
Need support or guidance? Find a full list under Support Services.
Never miss a free feed or event again.
Find out what’s happening around campus, keep up with important news, find a flatmate or sell a car – it’s all here.
We’ll be adding more features to these pages soon but welcome any suggestions you might have.
Tēnā rawa atu koutou
Ka kite ano
News
DCC consultation on Albany Street parking changes
Published on 18 July 2025
Have your say – public consultation on Albany Street parking restrictions. Submissions welcome between 17 July and 7 August.
News
Employment Expo prize giveaway
Published on 18 July 2025
There is a $100 grocery voucher up for grabs! When you visit the Employment Expo on 24 July, find a QR code, fill in the survey, and be in to win.
News
5th Annual Otago Polytechnic Game Jam
Published on 18 July 2025
The 5th annual high schools game jam took place at Otago Polytechnic from July 2nd-4th. This year, we had 33 students participate, coming from as far north as O...
News
Making the invisible visible
Published on 17 July 2025
Otago Polytechnic is now a member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower programme, a globally recognised scheme for those who need discrete, additional support. Get your Sunflower today!
News
Q & A with Community Law
Published on 16 July 2025
Community Law is coming along to answer any legal questions you or your classmates may have.
News
Want to spend a semester abroad?
Published on 16 July 2025
If you are interested in Study Abroad in 2026, learn how to get started. We have partner institutions around the globe. Adventure awaits!
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Community Law Seminar
Community Law
Join Community Law for a seminar covering topics including domestic violence rights, employment contracts and pay equity.
Tuesday, 22 July 202512:00pm – 1:00pmG106 -
Employment Expo
Get employment advice, network and learn about job opportunities at our Employment Expo.
Thursday, 24 July 202510:30am – 1:30pmThe Hub
Blogs
AI tips of the week: research and reading
Published on 14 July 2025
Reminder: Microsoft Copilot is our only OP-approved and supported AI tool. External tools can be useful, but they might not protect privacy in the way we need,...
Blogs
Policies Policy Changes July Notification
Published on 07 July 2025
2025 Otago Polytechnic Policies/Procedures Updates – 6 July 2025
Below is an update of Otago Polytechnic policies and procedures.
Please note all Te Pū...
Blogs
Fire System Repair – Tuesday 8 July (T Block)
Published on 07 July 2025
The fire sprinklers in T Block will be temporarily shut down for a period (7.30am – 5.00pm) on 8 July.
In the unlikely event of the need to evacuate please f...
Notices
48 Hours Film Competition
Film Otago Southland is sponsoring one lucky local team to compete in the 48 Hour Film Competition. Get your applications in!
Notices
Attention artists!
Do you dream of illustrating children's books? Entries are now open for the 2026 Storylines Gavin Bishop Award.
Notices
Otago Farmers' Market
Check out the Otago Farmers' Market, featuring local food. Open every Saturday morning from 8am to 12:15pm.
Notices
Donate to the 40 Hour Challenge
King's High School students are fundraising for climate-smart farming in the Solomon Islands.
Think something is missing?
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