Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

03/06/2026

Nimai Fraser-Eccleston’s journey to teaching wasn’t a straight line, it was shaped by whānau, lived experience, and a desire to build a meaningful future for his tamariki.

From teaching overseas to finding purpose back home, Nimai has turned passion into a career that keeps whānau at the centre.

Now in the classroom, he’s inspiring the next generation and encouraging more tāne to step into teaching.

Read Nimai’s story https://social.twoa.ac.nz/6g

02/06/2026

Nā Hina Maramataka 2026/2027 is now available.

Matariki is a time to reflect, reset, and look ahead. To support you, we’re excited to share our new Nā Hina Maramataka 2026/2027.

Created with guidance from Dr Rangi Mātāmua and featuring stunning toi Māori from our rangatahi programmes, this maramataka is a beautiful and practical guide for the year ahead.

Download your free digital copy https://social.twoa.ac.nz/6e
Order a printed version https://social.twoa.ac.nz/6a
Explore our Matariki website for more resources and celebration ideas https://social.twoa.ac.nz/68

The maramataka is a calendar and almanac based on the movements of the moon and stars. Our tūpuna (ancestors) developed and adapted the maramataka over centuries of observation, recording and passing on knowledge of changes in te taiao (the natural environment) with each lunar phase. Different iwi ...

01/06/2026

Great news, Te Kōpuretanga Scholarship applications have been extended and will now close on Friday, 12 June!

If you’ve been meaning to apply, now’s your chance. These scholarships are designed to help ease study costs so tauira can stay focused on their learning journey. If you're a current tauira, you could be eligible.

Take advantage of the extra time, check the criteria and apply today!

Learn about scholarships at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa. Find funding support, application steps, FAQs, and student success stories.

27/05/2026

Last chance to apply for a Te Kōpuretanga Scholarship!
Applications close on Friday, 29 May – don’t miss out!

These scholarships are here to support tauira like you with study costs so you can focus on achieving your learning goals. If you're a current tauira, you could be eligible.

Check the criteria and apply now!

Learn about scholarships at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa. Find funding support, application steps, FAQs, and student success stories.

26/05/2026

When Paora Rauputu saw a need for stronger governance skills, he didn’t hesitate, he enrolled in Manu Taiko.

Grounded in tikanga Māori, the programme builds real-world governance capability, while opening minds to new ways of thinking.

“You don’t have to be Māori to study Manu Taiko… it opens your thinking to a different worldview.”

Read more about his learning journey https://social.twoa.ac.nz/61

24/05/2026

Applications for our Te Kōpuretanga Scholarships are now open! You can apply until 5pm on Friday, 29 May.

We have multiple scholarships available this year, intended to financially support you while on your study journey with us.

Learn about scholarships at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa. Find funding support, application steps, FAQs, and student success stories.

21/05/2026

On her journey to become a kaiako, in 2024 Donna Mahu-Tahana received our Te Hiringa Teaching scholarship. She shares how learning about our scholarships gave her extra support along the way. Could you be next?

Applications close Friday, 29 May 2026. https://social.twoa.ac.nz/5W

20/05/2026

Balancing work, study, and launching a business isn’t easy, but for Cromwell local Sam Taylor, flexibility made it possible.

As a seafarer and owner of Cromwell Winery Cruises, Sam chose to study the online Certificate in Small Business through Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, giving him the freedom to learn on his own schedule.

The programme helped him refine his ideas, build confidence, and gain the tools to move his business forward.

Read more about Sam's journey https://social.twoa.ac.nz/5U

14/05/2026

For Hellena Johnstone, winning the He Waka Hiringa scholarship made her kaupapa feel seen and valued – especially after she almost didn’t apply. Now she’s encouraging fellow tauira to apply.

Applications close Friday, 29 May 2026. https://social.twoa.ac.nz/5Q

12/05/2026

In 2024, Bryce Marsh began a journey of healing and growth through the Manaaki Tangata programme at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa.

Navigating the justice system as takatāpui was isolating and it inspired him to create change for others.

Now studying He Puāwai in Kawerau, Bryce is working toward a future in hauora, giving back to his community and uplifting takatāpui and Māori whānau.

Read more about his journey https://social.twoa.ac.nz/5N