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Our team at the Otepoti takiwa ako is committed to their bicultural journey with a sense of significance. purpose, pride and community. Kia whakakotahi i raro i te pont). i te tika, i te wairua hoki o tenei hikoitanga.

Meet the Team

Regional Education Leader: Andrea Driver

Academic Coordinator: Corinne King

Lecturer: Dr. Madoka Takemoto

Lecturer: Katrina Lee

Pouako: Katrina Iwikau

Te Rito Maioha staff at the Heretaunga takiwā acknowledge Ngāti Kahungunu as kaitiaki for Kahungunu. We have made a commitment to strengthen our relationships with Kahungunu ākonga, whānau, iwi and hapū so we may support their education aspirations and pathways to achieve mātauranga success, positively influencing their social, economic, environmental and holistic wellbeing (Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated Mātauranga Strategic objectives 2020-2027).

Need help?

Our team is available to assist tauira with applications, enrolment, studies and everything in between throughout their student journey.

Tauira are welcome to attend:

  • Study sessions throughout the semester.
  • Scheduled drop-in sessions
  • Group study sessions
  • Regional Education Centre events e.g. Pasifika fono, Matariki celebration, Orientation dates. Keep an eye on Te Rito Maioha’s Facebook for key information.
  • Professional learning development events designed for local kaiako (ECE and Primary).

We have an open-door policy, contact the team or visit us at the takiwā office to let us know how we can support you.

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