WITT’s fencing course may be preceded with the word ‘basic’. But even learning the ‘basics’ of fencing can prevent death and mayhem from livestock escaping onto a road. ‘Basic Fencing’ is one of the short courses relating to rural lifestyles and… read more

Being a tertiary student and mum of young kids can be a challenging combo. But Rushdah Farrath thrives on managing both. She sees study as a complement to parenting, not just for her own satisfaction of pursuing a career goal - but because she hopes… read more

New roofing, a colourful exterior paint job and a range of internal upgrades are part of WITT’s biggest building upgrade in 30 years, giving the main A and B blocks a fresh look. The project, which started over a year ago, has just been completed… read more

Misha Hoskin started playing with building tools when she was five. She’s 17 now and is building a house with her carpentry classmates at WITT – a house that will be sold at market rates at the end of the year. She designs and builds her own bedroom… read more

Studying to be a healthcare assistant was not how Ryan Sampson ever pictured himself. But when the former chef spent months looking after his terminally ill wife, he discovered a newfound gift of empathy for the vulnerable as well as for giving… read more

WITT nursing ākonga Billie-Jean James says cultural competence is closely linked to health literacy and better health outcomes for Māori. Billie-Jean (Ngā Rauru, Ngāti Ruanui, Ngā Ruahine, Taranaki) spoke at a recent hui of the power of sharing… read more

‘Business as usual’ may be tricky for many in the current economic climate. WITT’s new series of short courses offer smart, accessible tools and insights to bolster local businesses wanting to lift their game and become more resilient. Supporting… read more

A wholefood bakery, a café and a hair salon won WITT-sponsored awards at the 2025 Taranaki Top Shop Awards announced last weekend. WITT was the sponsor of two food awards - the Food and Beverage Eat in Category, won by Elixir Café with a Highly… read more

Everyone has the potential for creativity — but finding time to focus and develop it can be challenging with our busy lives. WITT’s suite of exciting art and design workshops are designed for anyone with an urge to paint, print or explore digital… read more

Workplace safety is not an admin tick box for Electrical and Instrumentation Hazardous Area inspector and WITT tutor Peter Lind. He knows too well that some work sites are hazardous enough to kill if employees are not properly trained in how to… read more