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Date published 28 9 2026 , Age 19 hours ago

NMIT and NZAero to expand aviation engineering training into Hamilton

NMIT and commercial aircraft manufacturer NZAero are establishing a new aviation engineering training initiative in Hamilton to help address a chronic shortage of aircraft engineers.

Date published 24 9 2026 , Age 5 days ago

From school to real-world skills

Rai Valley ākonga (student) Lorna O’Donnell has explored several STAR courses at NMIT over two years, gaining practical skills and career confidence.

Date published 9 9 2026 , Age 20 days ago

NMIT strengthens global maritime partnerships

NMIT has strengthened its international maritime network, signing three new agreements that will create opportunities for students and professionals across New Zealand, India and Oman.

Date published 3 9 2026 , Age 26 days ago

Discover your future at NMIT Open Day

Looking at your tertiary study options? Explore NMIT’s programmes, meet tutors, try hands-on activities and discover where your next step could take you.

Date published 31 8 2026 , Age 29 days ago

Learning to think differently

NMIT’s Master of Applied Management helped graduate Sumitha Raju strengthen the leadership and critical thinking skills needed to advance her career.

Date published 25 8 2026 , Age 1 month ago

Outstanding contribution earns national award

Dr Sarah Fraser, Senior Academic in NMIT’s Social Work team, has been recognised for her contribution to social work education, research and knowledge development.

Date published 19 8 2026 , Age 1 month ago

Photographer Jess Shirley celebrates award-winning success

NMIT Senior Academic and photographer Jess Shirley has earned multiple honours at the 2026 NZIPP IRIS Awards, including a Silver Distinction.

Date published 14 8 2026 , Age 2 months ago

From Vietnam to NMIT and a new career in New Zealand

NMIT graduate Duong Doan gained the practical experience and confidence to build a successful career and life here.

Date published 13 8 2026 , Age 2 months ago

Leading the way in applied science

NMIT’s first Master of Applied Science graduate, Jamie Bellamy, is turning research into results, with her award-winning work already being trialled by industry.

Date published 3 8 2026 , Age 2 months ago

"It's never too late to begin a new chapter"

Ruwini Liyanaarachchi left behind a successful legal career in Sri Lanka to create a new future for herself and her family.

Date published 29 7 2026 , Age 2 months ago

From adventure to award-winning film

NMIT Adventure Tourism tutor Oscar Hadley and partner Aimee Jules have won Best Film at the MD Outdoors Adventure Film Festival for ‘Knob by Knob | Humble Beginnings’.

Date published 23 7 2026 , Age 2 months ago

Anita Easton joins NMIT as Director Digital and Information

Anita brings extensive leadership experience across digital transformation, data and information management, and organisational strategy.

Date published 21 7 2026 , Age 2 months ago

NMIT tops New Zealand for course completions

The latest TEC Educational Performance Indicators show an 89.3% course completion rate, highlighting strong outcomes for learners across NMIT programmes.

Date published 9 7 2026 , Age 3 months ago

New brand video brings the NMIT experience to life

NMIT's new brand video brings the institute's story to life, highlighting its unique learning experience and showcasing why Te Tauihu is a special place to study.

Date published 6 7 2026 , Age 3 months ago

Young horticulture talent recognised with national award

NMIT Horticulture student Keenan Tuwhangai (Tainui waka) has been named as this year’s winner of the prestigious Fraser Award scholarship.

Date published 6 7 2026 , Age 3 months ago

NMIT strengthens workplace learning for Marlborough's wine industry

Accessing industry training is becoming easier for Marlborough wine and viticulture businesses, with NMIT appointing Tom van der Burgh as Work Integrated Viticulture Tutor.

Date published 30 6 2026 , Age 3 months ago

Marlborough campus: Semester One, 2026 events wrap

Our Marlborough campus has enjoyed an amazing variety of vibrant and colourful ākonga events this semester, from Pink Shirt Day, to Wairau Pride Week and Samoan Language Week.

Date published 29 6 2026 , Age 3 months ago

Photography students bring “Home” into focus

Home can be a place, a person, a memory, or a feeling, and an NMIT student exhibition captures all of these possibilities through photography.

Date published 24 6 2026 , Age 3 months ago

Accounting success adds up for NMIT learners

Three NMIT accounting students have been recognised at this year's Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) regional awards event.

Date published 22 6 2026 , Age 3 months ago

Trying before applying: Taster Days draw hundreds

NMIT’s Taster Days gave hundreds of prospective learners the chance to step into a future study area and see where it could take them.