Open Days 2026

Nau mai, haere mai. Discover what's next for you at our 2026 Open Days!

Come along and tour our hands-on learning spaces, see our courses in action, and chat with our friendly kaimahi about how we can support your journey. 

Whitireia Campus (Porirua) Open Day | 12 August 

Where: Whitireia Campus (Porirua), 3 Wi Neera Dr, Elsdon, Porirua
When: Wednesday 12 August, 4-6pm

Add to calendar

Come along to Whitireia Porirua Campus on Wednesday 12 August, from 4-6pm to explore your future in health and social practice. Our friendly kaimahi will be based in Wikitoria Katene (WK) and The Learning Street, with opportunities to visit our sim labs and learning spaces.  

Speak to programme experts from:

• Nursing – Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Nursing Pacific, Bachelor of Nursing Māori, and Enrolled Nursing; 
• Paramedicine 
• Social Practice – Social Work, Counselling and Addictions, Youth Work and Bachelor of Youth Development (RPL opportunity) 
• Health and Wellbeing 

At the event:  

• Tour our labs and facilities  
• Learn how our online application, supplementary forms, checks and interview processes work. 
• Understand how your NCEA results and/or life experience align to our programme entry requirements. 
• Find out about support services and our vibrant campus communities.  

Bring your parents, friends, and whānau - tamariki are more than welcome. Light refreshments will be provided. No registration needed – just come along! 

We look forward to meeting you and being a part of your learning journey.

Te Awakairangi Campus (Petone) Open Day | 16 September

Where: Te Awakairangi Campus (Petone), 21 Kensington Avenue, Petone, Lower Hutt
When: Wednesday 16 September, 12-4pm

Add to calendar

Join us in Petone to explore our Te Awakairangi and Construction Campuses! Enjoy the vibes and find your future Wednesday 16 September from 12-4pm. 

Kōrero with our teams about study opportunities in:  

• Built Environment - Architectural Technology and Quantity Surveying 
• Business 
• Cookery and Bakery 
• Creative - Film and Digital Media 
• Engineering – Civil and Mechanical 
• Foundation Skills 
• Hair, Beauty and Barbering 
• Information Technology 
• Health, Social and Community 
• Te Reo 
• Trades - Carpentry, Automotive, Electrical and Plumbing.  
• Veterinary and Animal Care 

Check back here for updates or follow our socials for schedules of tours and demonstrations closer to the date.