Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa Te Wānanga o Aotearoa is a tertiary provider offering education opportunities of the highest quality for Māori, and peoples of Aotearoa.

The founders of Te Wānanga o Aotearoa understood the importance of knowledge and learning. Through personal sacrifice and a single-minded commitment to the principle of whānau transformation through education, these visionaries established a successful, values-based, inclusive tertiary education organisation for all New Zealanders. From humble beginnings with less than 20 students, Te Wānanga o Ao

tearoa has grown to be one of the largest and most successful tertiary institutions in the country delivering education to more than 35,000 students nationwide each year.

For Augustine Kopa, studying our Certificate in Money Management was about creating a better future for her whānau.The p...
02/09/2026

For Augustine Kopa, studying our Certificate in Money Management was about creating a better future for her whānau.

The programme gave her the knowledge and confidence to make lasting changes. She became debt free, built an emergency fund and began setting her tamariki up for a strong financial future.

As a working mum, the flexibility of studying online made it possible for Augustine to achieve her financial goals while balancing other commitments.

Now, Augustine hopes to use what she has learnt to help others take control of their finances too.

Read more about Augustine’s transformational journey: https://social.twoa.ac.nz/7S

01/09/2026

Want to practice speaking te reo Māori outside of the classroom? Visit a participating Z site and grab a coffee. Order in te reo Māori, and connect with others who are learning and speaking te reo!

𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟵 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 | 𝟳𝗮𝗺 – 𝟭𝟬𝗮𝗺
Z Dublin Street,14 Dublin Street, Whanganui
Z Linwood,Cnr Linwood Avenue, Cashel Street, Christchurch

𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟲 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 | 𝟳𝗮𝗺 – 𝟭𝟬𝗮𝗺
Z Heretaunga, 510 Heretaunga Street West, Hasting
Z Mataruahou, Cnr Tennyson Street & Station Street, Napier
Z Miramar, 27 Miramar Avenue, Miramar, Wellington
Z Pito One, Cnr Jackson Street and Hutt Road, Petone, Wellington

27/08/2026

You know her from the Mai Morning Crew - join our Wānanga iReo to learn more about Tegan's reo journey and to take the next step on your own journey! Register now, spaces are limited! https://social.twoa.ac.nz/7O

Send this to the whānau group chat and ask the question: are we all ready to vote?Check enrolment details at https://soc...
26/08/2026

Send this to the whānau group chat and ask the question: are we all ready to vote?
Check enrolment details at https://social.twoa.ac.nz/7N.

When Melody Francis saw the positive impact learning te reo Māori had on her mum, she decided to join her on the journey...
25/08/2026

When Melody Francis saw the positive impact learning te reo Māori had on her mum, she decided to join her on the journey.

Together, the mother and daughter have spent the last four years studying side by side, supporting one another through levels 1 to 4, and weaving the language into their everyday lives.

Their journey has strengthened their whānau connections, deepened their understanding of te ao Māori, and even opened new mahi opportunities for Melody.

Read more about their inspiring journey. https://social.twoa.ac.nz/7L

Meet the facilitators for Wānanga iReo!Genae Thompson (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Tūwharetoa) is the Managing Director and Principal...
24/08/2026

Meet the facilitators for Wānanga iReo!

Genae Thompson (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Tūwharetoa) is the Managing Director and Principal Consultant of Poutawa. She is an experienced te reo Māori educator, curriculum designer and cultural capability facilitator who has worked with adult professionals across education, health, government and community settings. As an adult second-language learner of te reo Māori herself, Genae understands the challenges, vulnerabilities and breakthroughs that shape the adult learning journey.

Tahau Thompson (Ngāti Hauā, Ngāti Pāoa, Ngāpuhi) is a Lead Consultant and senior facilitator with Poutawa. A native speaker of te reo Māori and a graduate of Te Panekiretanga o Te Reo Māori, Tahau is an experienced tertiary lecturer, Kaiako, kapa haka practitioner and curriculum developer.

Register for Wānanga iReo here: https://social.twoa.ac.nz/7K

24/08/2026

Nō te mutunga wiki ka mahue nei p**a ai ngā ihu o te rangapū tuarua o Te Tohu Paerua o Te Reo Kairangi. E rua tau rātou e tuku ana i ō rātou kaha, i ō rātou werawera ki tēnei kaupapa i tatū ai rātou ki tēnei rā, mutunga mai nei o hirahirahira rawa atu, nā konā a Te Wānanga o Aotearoa e paparua noa ake ana i ngā mihi ki a koutou katoa. Katoa! Kua p**a ngā ihu!

At the end of the weekend just gone, the second cohort of Te Tohu Paerua o Te Reo Kairangi crossed the finish line. For 2 years they have poured their energy into this kaupapa, and have now reached this truly significant milestone. On behalf of Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, we extend our warmest congratulations to each and every one of you. Every one of you! You did it!

What if this was the moment you began your reo Māori journey?Join us online for Wānanga iReo - two days to connect, lear...
20/08/2026

What if this was the moment you began your reo Māori journey?

Join us online for Wānanga iReo - two days to connect, learn, and grow alongside others from Aotearoa and Australia. Whether you're reconnecting with your culture, learning for your whānau, or simply ready to begin, you'll find a welcoming community waiting for you.

Only 60 places are available, register now!

Join us for a two-day online wānanga celebrating te reo Māori, connection, and community.

Moved recently, changed your name, or just haven’t voted in a while? It’s worth having a quick look to make sure your de...
19/08/2026

Moved recently, changed your name, or just haven’t voted in a while? It’s worth having a quick look to make sure your details are up to date.
Check at https://social.twoa.ac.nz/7D.

Voting this year? Take a minute now to make sure you’re sorted before the deadline.Check or update your details at https...
06/08/2026

Voting this year? Take a minute now to make sure you’re sorted before the deadline.

Check or update your details at https://social.twoa.ac.nz/7C

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