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A page for Ara students, run by students and the Student Life Team. This page is for everyone. Anyone can post! THIS IS NOT A BUY/SELL/SWAP PAGE

Keep in the know of all the events, updates, information, excitement, and happenings across all our Ara campuses. However:
All posts must revolve around events happening at Ara campuses or surrounding areas. They must not be discriminating or of an offensive nature. All posts will be approved by admin before being published (this may be later then when you originally post so get in early)

If yo

u're wanting information about enrolment and courses check out https://www.facebook.com/AraCanterbury

It is also a chance for the Student Voice to give feedback to students about the changes they are making around Ara.

22/05/2026

📅 Upcoming Student Events

Continuing on from Pink Shirt Day 💗
Pink Shirt Day may be over, but the focus on kindness, inclusion, and wellbeing continues — with more activations heading to Trades & City Campus

20/05/2026

The Student Voice Roadshow is BACK!

Come hang with the Student Council and have your say on all things CSSF - and yes… there’s free food. See you there!

06/05/2026

Here are your student events for May 💌

Big love for all the awesome engagement and energy at Kick Start and Check-In and Chill - we’ve been loving seeing everyone show up, get involved and have a good time!

Make sure to spread the word with your friends, and we can’t wait to see you at the next events 👀✨

19/04/2026

We hope you’re feeling refreshed and ready to come back to finish the semester off well!

Swipe to see what we have coming up in the next few weeks 💌✨

16/04/2026

Introducing your 2026 Student Council 🙌

This is an incredible team of leaders brought together from across Ara programmes to make your tertiary experience the best it can be!Say hi, ask questions, and share your thoughts if you see them around on campus - or come find them at our upcoming Check in and Chill events at the beginning of Term 2 💬

26/03/2026

UPDATED ARA GROUPS 🤝🏽

More groups have been added so check these out - the perfect way to make friends, try new things, and actually enjoy your study breaks!!

More details can be found on MyAra or link in bio 💌

22/03/2026

🔍✨ CAMPUS SCAVENGER HUNT IS ON! ✨🔍

Think you’ve got the eyes of a detective? 👀

Hidden around madras are egg tokens —FIND ONE & WIN! 🎉

To REDEEM, just tag us 👉 when you’ve found one.
Our team will reach out with prize‑collection details! 🏆💛

💡 Hot Tip: The biggest clues will drop on our official socials, so stay tuned…
📲
📅 Hunt Dates: 23rd March – 27th March 2026

Happy hunting, team! 💛✨

12/03/2026

📣 Want to know what’s happening on campus?
Your next event is only a tap away! 🎉

🔎 Find everything in one place:
👉 Check out the MyAra events calendar
👉 Follow our Student Events page (you’re already here 😉)
👉 Keep an eye on Stories for updates
👉 Look for posters around campus for quick updates

Whether you're after free food, giveaways, cultural events, workshops, or just something fun between classes — we’ve got you. 🙌
✨ Don’t miss out. Get involved. Make memories.

27/02/2026

New here?
Check out these cool Ara student groups - the perfect way to make friends, try new things, and actually enjoy your study breaks 👀🫡🔥

More details can be found on MyAra or link in bio 💌

25/11/2025

Missed out last time? No worries — MoA is back for Round 2! 🚀

Got a business idea you think could be the next big thing?

Join Ministry of Awesome for a relaxed lunchtime meet-up at Ara:
✅ Connect with founders
✅ Get inspired by student innovators
✅ Enjoy FREE pizza 🍕

📅 Monday, 1 December
🕛 12:00 – 1:15 PM
📍 Te Ōhaka – K Block, Ground Floor, Ara Madras Campus

👉 RSVP now! Link in bio

Address

130 Madras Street
Christchurch
8011

Website

https://linktr.ee/arastudentlife

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