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.
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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
Wax on, hair off!
Published on 17 September 2025
You’ve heard of Shaving for a cure but how about waxing for Wig Wednesday? Our Beauty Therapy students made some grown men cry on Monday, all in the name of fundraising!
News
Upcoming eduroam maintenance
Published on 27 August 2025
During semester break which starts next week, we'll be undertaking maintenance of eduroam. As a result, you may need to update your connection details.
News
Massage for chronic pain – 4 massages @ $100
Published on 17 September 2025
Do you have pain that has affected you for 6 months or more? Our students have been studying pain neuroscience education and massage for chronic pain.
News
Minister visit: Gender Pay Gap toolkit
Published on 17 September 2025
Business South is hosting the Minister for Women, Hon Nicola Grigg on 23 September for a practical conversation about the gender pay gap.
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
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.
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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 -
Karakia and waiata
Te Punaka Ōwheo
Start your day with karakia and waiata during Te Wiki o te Reo Māori.
Friday, 19 September 20258:45am – 9:00amPounamu in the Atrium -
Give Kapa Haka a Go!
Te Punaka Ōwheo
Everyone's welcome to join the OP Kapa Haka group in the Hub for an open session.
Friday, 19 September 202512:00pm – 1:00pmThe Hub -
Minister visit: Gender Pay Gap toolkit
Business South
Business South is hosting the Minister for Women, Hon Nicola Grigg on 23 September for a practical conversation about the gender pay gap.
Tuesday, 23 September 202510:00am – 12:00pmEdgar Centre
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.
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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