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NMIT launches new purpose-built powerboat for maritime training
NMIT’s Maritime programme is heading into 2026 with a new custom-built 6.3-metre powerboat from Richmond-based DNA Alloy Boats.
Turning experience into strength with cultural and scholarship support
Kameta Waharoa’s journey to becoming a social worker is deeply rooted in her own life experiences— and a scholarship award along with culturally grounded support from NMIT’s Kaimanaaki is helping ease her way.
Arts and Crafts Market 2025
Arts and Media learners transformed the Nelson Campus into a vibrant market, showcasing and selling their handcrafted creations as part of their Level 5 Communication class project.
Scholarship fuels ambition in business accounting
Applied Business student Reuben Holtham is the 2025 Nelson Pine Industries Business Scholarship recipient, a recognition of his hard work, drive, and potential to make a meaningful impact in the business world.
From concept to exhibit
NMIT Bachelor of Arts and Media students showcase their final works
Nelson Marina Safety Expo 2025
NMIT joined the community at the Nelson Marina Safety Expo, sharing our vessels - including our newly built boat Kina - and maritime expertise to help promote safe boating across the region.
Building futures and constructing playhouses
NMIT Trades Academy Carpentry students have donated their construction project to a local kindergarten.
Halloween Hairdressing Competition 2025
Level 3 Hairdressing learners brought their creativity and Halloween spirit to the salon for a themed competition, showcasing their skills in styling and design.
Creativity on display at the upcoming Arts and Crafts Market
Join us Wednesday 12 November from 10:30am to 4pm on the green in front of N Block, Nelson Campus for the Arts and Crafts Market.
Street photography opening night
Tuesday 4 November 2025
, 5.30 - 6.30 pm
Small Classes, Big Future: NMIT Graduate Joins Big Four Accounting Firm
Originally from Cambodia, Bachelor of Accounting graduate Ratanakphuong Naren shares how the support and practical experience at NMIT paved the way to an auditing career at KPMG
Finding friendship far from home
Nursing student Tina Ni says the connections she’s made along the way have shaped who she is today and how she views her future.
Marlborough Low Sensory Graduation
Tuesday 9 December 2025
, 11:00 AM
Nelson Low Sensory Graduation
Thursday 11 December 2025
, 1:00 PM
Nelson Graduation
Friday 12 December 2025
, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Success at the NZIPP Iris Professional Photography Awards
NMIT Arts and Design Tutor Jess Shirley takes home eight awards from the 2025 Iris Awards for photography in the Illustrative, Landscape, and Portrait categories.
NMIT celebrates 50 years of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori
NMIT reflects on its own reo journey, one that mirrors the national story of revival, resilience, and renewal.
NMIT Students Innovate in the AI Sandbox
In a collaboration with the Nelson AI Institute, Bachelor of Information Technology students are building confidence, capability, and community through hands-on AI projects.
Supporting Māori learners: New scholarships open doors at NMIT
NMIT and Hauora Matua ki Te Tai Aorere - Nelson Bays Primary Health (NBPH) have joined forces to support the next generation of Māori leaders with a new scholarship initiative.
September Grab n Go Dinners
Thursday 4 September 2025
, 12 - 1.30 pm (or when they sell out - don't miss out!)
Thriving through flexible study
Sithari Ranawakage came to NMIT looking for professional development and a peaceful place to focus. She found both in Nelson.
NMIT Open Day 2025: A festival of fun and inspiration
Hands-on activities, live entertainment, and future-focused inspiration set against the backdrop of its vibrant Nelson campus.
Global experience, local impact
From reconnecting with academic life to building valuable local networks, Altamash Mulla’s NMIT journey is a great example of how regional education can have a global impact.
Rata Grab n Go Dinners
Thursday 28 August 2025
, 12 - 1.30 pm (or when they sell out - don't miss out!)
