Civil Engineering student Rhon Joshua Buan didn’t have to wait long to break into the industry – with the help of his tutor he landed his first job before even graduating. After completing his studies, Rhon transitioned into a full-time role as a… read more

Whitireia and WelTec have welcomed more than 500 new ākonga beginning their studies in business, construction, creativity, engineering, health and wellbeing, hospitality, information technology, professional practice and Te Wānanga Māori. read more

Young Wellingtonian Sean Hoffman is forging his own path in civil engineering, inspired by the journey of his mother, Michelle—herself a graduate of the New Zealand Diploma of Engineering (Civil) at Whitireia and WelTec. Their story is a testament… read more

Whitireia and WelTec hairdressing and makeup artistry ākonga (students) are set to play a hands-on role in one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most iconic events, the 2025 World of WearableArt (WOW) Show: RISE. read more

Whitireia and WelTec are proud to celebrate hairdressing tutor Michelle (Shelly) McAuley, who has been appointed as the Hair Supervisor for the 2025 World of WearableArt Show: RISE. read more

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A new partnership between Whitireia and WelTec and the Southern Cross Health Trust is offering nursing ākonga (students) in the Wellington region unparalleled support during their studies and clinical placements. read more

Te Warena brings decades of international experience in hairdressing, makeup artistry, and special effects to her teaching at Whitireia and WelTec. Currently, she leads the Wellington Trades Academy Salon Environment programme at the Petone campus… read more

All newly enrolled ākonga are invited to join us for Pōwhiri at our Whitireia Porirua Campus. This is a special moment to be welcomed and supported as you begin your study journey with us.  read more