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25 Sep 2026

Wai Ora holds opening ceremonies


Last week the University of Otago - Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka held opening ceremonies for Wai Ora, a transformative facility...

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16 Sep 2026

Otago opens new era of health research and education in Christchurch


The University of Otago - Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka is preparing to open Wai Ora, a transformative new facility that will sig...

Three people pose for a photo against a Queenstown backdrop.

14 Sep 2026

A closer look at Otago’s plans for Queenstown


Queenstown's remarkable beauty has long made it a tourist destination. Now the University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Wak...

An interior picture of the new Wai Ora building.

09 Sep 2026

Wai Ora brings Ngāi Tūāhuriri story to life


A powerful cultural narrative grounded in the histories, mātauranga and identity of Ngāi Tūāhuriri has been woven into e...

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08 Sep 2026

Wai Ora set to boost cutting-edge health research


The University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka's new Wai Ora building, set to officially open next week, will significan...

A black and white image of a young girl sitting on top of a dog with a lady standing behind them and another lady standing next to them

20 Jul 2026

CApSc Building renamed in honour of generous benefactor


The signs are up and it’s official.

A group of staff and students gather for a photo in the new wellbeing hub.

15 Apr 2026

A space for everyone at new wellbeing hub


Te Pou Whirinaki – Otago’s new wellbeing hub – is now officially open.

A man stands in front of Cumberland College.

24 Feb 2026

Cumberland College’s Castle Wing refreshed over summer


The Castle Wing of Cumberland College has undergone compliance and refurbishment works over the summer as a result of a...

Residents of award-winning Te Rangihīroa College play volleyball.

05 Sep 2025

Te Rangihīroa College leads the world in sustainable design


Te Rangihīroa College has just been recognised for world leadership as a green building.

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26 Aug 2025

Students help take Tournament Week to the motu


A group of University of Otago students have turned studio producers this week in a rare hands-on opportunity to produce...

05 Aug 2025

Upgrade offers fresh space for sport, study and socialising


Turf’s up! The new multi-purpose turf area on the Union Lawn is now open for use, providing another outdoor space for ta...

21 Jul 2025

Marine Science working closer with Geology


A whakawāteahas been held to prepare for Department of Marine Science staff and students to co-locate with the Departmen...

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