Pacific Islands Centre, University of Otago

11/09/2026

It's that time of the year again, we our looking for our Kaiawhinas for 2027!!!!
If you are interested, or if anyone you know is interested, we would love to hear from you!!!

24/08/2026

Part 2 - Photos from the Pacific Graduation Breakfast 22nd August. Congratulations to all our students who graduated over the weekend. It was such a privilege to be able to hear so many voices acknowledge their journey and all the people who were part of it. See less

24/08/2026

Part 1 - Photos from the Pacific Graduation Breakfast 22nd August. Congratulations to all our students who graduated over the weekend. It was such a privilege to be able to hear so many voices acknowledge their journey and all the people who were part of it.

14/08/2026

Pacific Trust Otago would like to invite your Pasifika youth to our upcoming Cook Islands Dance & Ke Tatala – Pacific Youth Workshop on Tuesday, 25 August 2026, starting at 5 pm. The workshop is open to Pasifika young people aged 13 to 30.

This workshop is an opportunity for our young people to come together, connect through Pacific culture, participate in Cook Islands dance, and engage with Ke Tatala Mental Health Service in a positive and supportive space.

Spaces are limited, so we encourage you to register your young people as soon as possible.

You can find the event information and registration here:
https://www.pto.nz/post/cook-islands-dance-ke-tatala---pacific-youthworkshop
The registration link is located at the top of the page.

If you are looking to bring a group, need more information, or have any questions, please reach out to me at [email protected].

We would love to have your young people join us and look forward to an awesome day together.

Mahalo nui loa,
Garrett George

Youth Development Lead
[email protected]

www.pto.nz

| 16 McBride Street , South Dunedin , Dunedin , 9012

13/08/2026

Please share with family and friends that are unable to attend the upcoming Pacific Islands Graduation celebration on Aug 22nd, held on campus

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

23/07/2026

Come along to see the Student Health Nurses - at PI Centre

21/07/2026

Kia ora koutou,

The Hands-On at Otago programme is looking for enthusiastic 3+ year tauira to join our team as a Canon Red Shirts / Camp Leaders in January 2027.
This is an awesome opportunity to build leadership skills and be part of a fun week while getting paid.

If you know any tauira who may be interested, please could you encourage them to apply using the link provided in the attached poster.

Kia pai te rā,
Hands-On Events Team

03/07/2026

Are you planning your return to campus for Semester 2 - your flat or home is a bit low on food, you haven't planned your food shopping yet, pop into the Pacific Islands Centre - scan the QR code that is posted on the door in Reception - 520 Castle Street - and collect your food bag, once its packed - this free service is for all pacific students on campus

26/06/2026

🌺 Warm Pacific Greetings to our local Pacific communities here in Ōtepoti Dunedin! 🌺

The University of Otago's Pacific Islands Centre warmly invites you to an Information Fono designed to provide valuable information about tertiary study and how to best prepare our young people for university.

During the evening, we will share information on:
🎓 Undergraduate Scholarships
🏠 Accommodation options
📚 StudyLink assistance

We believe that preparing for university doesn't begin in Year 13—it starts much earlier. The more informed and prepared our young people are now, the more opportunities they will have to succeed in the future.

If you're a parent, caregiver, or family member considering university as an option for your child or whānau member, we would love for you to join us for an evening of valuable discussions, helpful information, and light refreshments.

📅 Date: Wednesday 1 July
📍 Venue: Kings & Queens Performing Arts Centre
📍 Address: 270 Bay View Road, South Dunedin
🕕 Time: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

RSVP (for catering purposes):
Please scan the QR code on the flyer, email [email protected], or text 021 279 1085.

We look forward to welcoming you and your family. Mālō 'aupito, fakafetai lahi, vinaka vakalevu, meitaki ma'ata, and we hope to see you there! 💙

26/06/2026

Invercargill you were awesome to us! Thank you for showing up and thank you for your support!!!

DUNEDIN It's your turn now!!