Nau mai ki te poka pū hou, ara, ko Kāpehu
Kia ora and welcome to your new student hub - Kāpehu.
Kāpehu means compass in te reo Māori.
If you’re feeling lost, Kāpehu is here to help you find your way.
Let’s get started…
Your profile menu. All your personal details are now accessible from this menu in the top left corner.
Quick links help you find the most commonly used items and will be visible on all pages in Kāpehu.
From software and learning tools to room bookings, this is your study toolkit.
Are we missing anything? Let us know and we can add it for you.
Need support or guidance? Find a full list under Support Services.
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Find out what’s happening around campus, keep up with important news, find a flatmate or sell a car – it’s all here.
We’ll be adding more features to these pages soon but welcome any suggestions you might have.
Tēnā rawa atu koutou
Ka kite ano
News
Growing children inspire mother’s fashion focus
Published on 12 September 2025
Concerns over sustainability and the everyday struggle of kids quickly outgrowing clothes inspired the designs of one Fashion Design graduate.
News
Cook with Anjali - third session
Published on 12 September 2025
Join us for the third session of our Cook with Anjali series. This time, Anjali will guide participants through the preparation of a classic Chicken Biryani.
News
Bright sparks!
Published on 11 September 2025
Former OP Functions and Catering staff member, Casey Henry has scooped third place at the recent Master Electricians Apprentice Challenge, with other OP apprentices claiming first and second!
News
Items crafted to raise funds for charity
Published on 11 September 2025
Our awesome Carpentry, Foundation and Engineering students and staff have made some beautiful items to raise funds at the NZ Dunedin Cancer Society Ball.
News
Help us learn - book a student stylist today!
Published on 08 September 2025
Support Future Stylist- come fill our chairs
News
International students enjoy a night of bowling
Published on 05 September 2025
A fun night was had by 26 of our international students on Wednesday at Bowlline.
This was a great opportunity for a break from study and a chance to connect w...
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Karakia and waiata
Te Punaka Ōwheo
Start your day with karakia and waiata during Te Wiki o te Reo Māori.
Monday, 15 September – Friday, 19 September 2025Multiple session timesPounamu in the Atrium -
Lucy Smith Weaving Workshop
Te Punaka Ōwheo
Learn to weave with expert kairaranga (weaver) Lucy Smith.
Monday, 15 September – Monday, 15 September 2025Multiple session timesThe Hub -
Massage Week at the Hub
Simon Body
Come on down and enjoy a chair massage from one of our New Zealand Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage learners and learn more about our programme
Monday, 15 September 2025 – Friday, 19 September 202511:00am – 1:00pmThe Hub -
Dumplings in the Hub
Te Punaka Ōwheo
Grab some delicious dumpings, courtesy of Te Punaka Ōwheo!
Monday, 15 September 202512:00pm – 1:00pmThe Hub
Blogs
Policies Notification Updates 4 September 2025
Published on 08 September 2025
September 2025 Policies update notification.
Kā mihi
Jeanette O'Fee
On behalf of Policies Committee
Blogs
AI tip of the week: Explain it like I'm five
Published on 08 September 2025
Teaching AI to match the audience's capacity.
Blogs
Support Hoop Blast for Heart Kids NZ
Published on 05 September 2025
Hop along to Hoop Blast to support Heart Kids NZ! Sun 28 Sept, 11am-1pm.
Notices
Dunedin Youth Orchestra concert
Enjoy the Lord of the Rings Symphonic Suite, Beethovan and more played by the DYO on 20 September.
Notices
PBTech Learner Personal Purchase Membership Key
We have arranged a discount for students at PB Tech's online shop.
Notices
Traffic notice – Dunedin Marathon
There will be road closures on the evening of Saturday 13 September and Sunday 14 September.
Notices
Vounteers needed for women's baseketball
Southern Hoiho Women's Basketball needs volunteers for games at the Edgar Centre in October/November. Free tickets and perks!
Notices
Toyota Aqua for sale
Toyota Aqua (2014) purchased from HVS Dunedin in 2022. Just over 144,000 km. Runs well and has been regularly serviced. Very economical. Great around town. Look...
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