Carrington Residential development infrastructure work underway

Infrastructure work on the Carrington Residential development has begun across whenua previously owned by Unitec. 39.7 hectares has been transferred to the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development (MHUD) to establish what it is describing as “a new urban village of at least 4000 homes.” The homes will be a mix of terraced houses, walk-up… Read more »

Student supports diversity in trades

In 2020, Courtney Willan was studying towards a teaching degree, but as the course progressed she realised it was a career path that didn’t suit her. Unsure of what to do next, her partner encouraged her to try a variety of courses, she says, so they signed up for a woodworking night class at a… Read more »

Meet your colleagues over karaoke this Thursday

Investing in our relationships is one way to make it through these times. Relationships help us to share our challenges, see a path forward, provide empathy and remind us we are not alone. One of the many great things about being part of Unitec whānau is that there are so many ways to connect with… Read more »

Board announcement: Unitec’s transition to Te Pūkenga

Unitec Board Chair Robert Reid sent the below message earlier this week: Tēnā koutou katoa On behalf of the Board, I am writing to let you know the timing for our move into Te Pūkenga. Following the decision of Te Pūkenga Council and engagement with sector chairs and chief executives, the timing for ITP subsidiaries… Read more »

Digital Tools and Assistive Technology booths at Mt Albert and Waitakere

Starting this week and running until November, several ākonga, in partnership with Hamish Cosford (Assistive Technology Advisor) and Ashutosh Basnyat (Access Learning Advisor), will be staffing a booth at both Waitakere and Mount Albert campuses promoting Digital Tools and Assistive Technology. The booth will run twice weekly on Monday and Wednesday between 11 am and… Read more »

Engagement is open! Tā tātou huarahi | Our pathway: Te Pūkenga organisational direction and design

From 15 August to 2 September, Te Pūkenga Acting Chief Executive Peter Winder is seeking your feedback on Tā tātou huarahi | Our pathway: Te Pūkenga organisational direction and design. Tā tātou huarahi | Our pathway sets out the plan to respond to the wero (challenge) before us – to become the cornerstone of a… Read more »

Unitec and MIT Kaimahi Māori Wānanga – Friday 19 August

He wānanga motuhake mā ngā kaimahi Māori o Te Whare Wānanga o Wairaka me Te Whare Takiura o Manukau kei te whakahaerehia hei tērā wiki. Ko te tikanga o te hui kia whai waahi ai ngā kaimahi Māori katoa ki te noho tahi, kōrero tahi, āta wetewete hoki i ngā taipitopito o te Proposed Organisational… Read more »

Unitec Architecture students showcase sustainability at New Zealand’s leading construction and design show

A bike pod made from upcycled materials was the centrepiece of a student-led product display at the BuildNZ show held recently at the Auckland Showgrounds. BuildNZ is the leading trade event for the Building, Construction, Design, and Architecture industries, bringing industry professionals and innovators together to share ideas, showcase the latest products, and develop business… Read more »

Long Service Milestones – June 2022

Each month we recognise staff who have reached long service milestones. In this post we are celebrating our June 2022 long service milestones. Please make sure you acknowledge all of these people, who have made a commitment to Unitec and the success of our students. Their mahi kotahitanga is truly valued. 20 years Hiroko Hodge,… Read more »

Workshops to boost your resilience to change: REGISTER NOW!

Chris Hutton and Julie McGregor recently shared these opportunities to boost your wellbeing and resilience in our current environment of change, alongside the challenges of Covid-19. All kamaihi are strongly encouraged to come along – it’s a long list but please scan through to see which opportunities suit you, and please check in with your… Read more »