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Hemp fibre is under the spotlight as a potential new commercial crop in Taranaki and one of the main uses is for building houses. Construction students at WITT gained insights and experience on… read more

From crocheted rabbits to neon tiki, pop art and illustrative pieces – WITT art students will be showcasing their finest work in two separate exhibitions of contemporary art this month.
The first… read more

WITT nursing students will barely be able to tell the difference between a real medical ward and the brand-new teaching ward just opened at the campus.
The 15-bed nursing simulation centre is an… read more

WITT horticulture students are putting innovative growing systems into practice through a small trial of the Future Orchard Production System (FOPS) with pears at the Bell Street campus.
The FOPS… read more

WITT is lucky enough to be surrounded by beautiful gardens and bush frequented by tūi, kererū, pīwakawaka, and lizards - like the rare gold-striped gecko. But with this come some unwanted… read more

Hands-on, practical learning with the latest techniques and technology – that’s at the heart of WITT’s teaching ethos and will be on full display at Open Day with loads of interactive opportunities… read more

A good brand story, cutting out the middleman and being directly involved at all levels of the business – just some of the insights globally successful Taranaki business entrepreneur James Annabell… read more

Embarking on springtime maintenance on your rural or lifestyle property?  Planning to use tools – chainsaws or quad bikes – that can be dangerous if deployed incorrectly?
With safety top of mind… read more

Starting out as an apprentice mechanic more than 40 years ago, Kerrie Thomson-Booth was the only female in Taranaki learning how to fix cars. On her first day of a block course, the surprised tutor… read more

From high school makeup enthusiast to qualified beauty therapist and Team Manager at a prestigious salon, WITT graduate Katelin Perrett-Lawrence is exactly where she wants to be.
Talking about her… read more