Whakaakoako!

With that in mind, lets take a moment to acknowledge the achievements of our very own Tereeza Kira, who has recently completed a New Zealand Diploma in Whānau Ora through TIPU ORA!

This milestone marks her third consecutive year of study. Despite the challenges of balancing a demanding workload here at mahi and navigating personal obstacles, she managed to complete a year’s worth of study in just 10 months — a remarkable accomplishment for our lead facilitator in the mandated space!

The qualification required over 1,200 hours of learning, including a mix of face-to-face wānanga, online learning, and self-directed study.

When asked for advice for anyone considering study, Tereeza shared:

"If you truly have a passion for this space, study is the way to go!"

Congratulations, e hoa! Your dedication to both your mahi and your studies is truly inspiring to us all.