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11 Jun 2026

Said yes, saw results

From an “awkward” start to having a jampacked schedule – saying yes has resulted in Manaaki Scholar Latu Mafi making the...

Reverend Dr Paula Onoafe Latu is pictured in front of a screen during his talk.

09 Jun 2026

History and connection in harmony for Theology talk

The sound of Tongan hymns echoed through the University last month as students, staff, and members of the local Tongan c...

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29 May 2026

Micronesian trailblazer inspires Pacific students at Otago

It isn’t every day you get the chance to hear from someone who’s been to the bottom of the ocean.

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17 May 2026

New grad ready to embark on next chapter

Graduate James Heimuli's road to Otago reads like an adventure story.

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12 May 2026

Connection to homeland gives graduate purpose

While Ravneel Chand was missed at graduation celebrations here in Ōtepoti Dunedin, it seems fitting he celebrated in the...

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24 Apr 2026

UOPISA President clear in purpose and pathway

From Samoa and the streets of South Auckland to leading Pacific tauira in Dunedin, Adeleine Tala Eli brings a strong fou...

Representatives from Fiji National University, University of Otago and The Pacific Community pose for a photo.

01 Apr 2026

Centre to strengthen disease prevention across Pacific

The University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka has marked a significant milestone in regional health collaboration with...

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31 Mar 2026

Otago recognises Samoan health, education and community leader

A trailblazing University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka alumnus who played crucial roles in the development of Samoa’s...

A group of people - two women and two men dressed in traditional Tongan attire, standing in front of a wall with photo frames mounted.

24 Mar 2026

Time in Tonga a ‘chance to connect’ for DVC Pacific

For Otago’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Pacific, Professor Dianne Sika-Paotonu, a recent trip to Tonga provided opportunity...

A group of staff, students and family members pose for a photo at Te Tumu.

18 Mar 2026

Otago team charts course for Rapa Nui

Eight Otago tauira have been selected to join a delegation of staff and students travelling to Rapa Nui/Easter Island th...

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13 Mar 2026

'Brown Sugar' giving taste of flatting life at Fringe

The highs and lows of a group of Pacific flatmates will take centre stage at the Fringe Festival tonight.

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27 Feb 2026

Warm Pacific Welcome sets tone for year ahead

New and returning Pacific students received a warm welcome at a special event held last week at the University of Otago.

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