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There’s always something happening at Whitecliffe. From exhibitions and fashion shows to guest talks and hands-on workshops, our events are all about celebrating creativity and connecting with our community. Come along and be inspired!

Auckland and Manukau Campus

Contemporary Drawing at our Auckland Central and Manukau Campus Click to view the available schedules ...

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Across campuses - Auckland Central, Manukau, Wellington Click to view the available schedules ...

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Auckland Central 14 Jul 2026
14 Jul 2026, 10:00am

Come along for a fun, hands-on 3D modelling workshop where you’ll explore the basics of creating digital objects, environments, and forms in 3D software. ...

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Open Day June 2026 - Whitecliffe
Auckland Central 20 Jun 2026
20 Jun 2026, 9:00am

Open Day brings all faculties together for a full-campus experience, with more staff, activities and opportunities to explore what studying at Whitecliffe is like. ...

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Riso Printing Workshop - Whitecliffe Faculty of Art and Design
Auckland Central 15 Jul 2026
15 Jul 2026, 10:00am

This is a relaxed drop-in style workshop, so you can stay as long as you like, get creative, and take home your own printed poster. ...

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Open Day June 2026 - Whitecliffe
Manukau, Christchurch, Wellington Campus 18 Jun 2026
18 Jun 2026, 10:00am

Open Day brings all faculties together for a full-campus experience, with more staff, activities and opportunities to explore what studying at Whitecliffe is like. ...

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IT Holiday Programmes July 2026
Auckland Central 15 Jul 2026
15 Jul 2026, 10:30am

Hands-on experience with networking equipment and tools used for network security. ...

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Auckland Central 3 Jun 2026
3 Jun 2026, 10:00am

Whitecliffe is proud to host the Top Art Exhibition at our Auckland City Campus from 3–10 June. ...

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Whitecliffe School Holiday Programme, Information Technology, July 2026
Auckland Central 15 Jul 2026
15 Jul 2026, 1:30pm

Take your first steps into mobile app development by creating a translator phone app with some amazing tool and technologies! ...

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Auckland Central 6 Jun 2026
6 Jun 2026, 10:00am

You’ll be able to walk through our spaces, meet staff, and ask questions at your own pace. ...

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Whitecliffe School Holiday Programme, July 2026
Manukau Campus 14 Jul 2026
14 Jul 2026, 10:00am

Come along for a fun, hands-on character design workshop where you’ll explore the exciting world of concept art, visual storytelling, and character creation. Learn how artists develop original chara ...

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Online 17 Jun 2026
17 Jun 2026, 6:00pm

Join Whitecliffe’s free online webinar with one of our IT lecturers Dr Sarmad Soomro as he explores key trends shaping the IT job market and the skills that are becoming increasingly important acros ...

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Whitecliffe IT Holiday Programmes July 2026
Manukau Campus 16 Jul 2026
16 Jul 2026, 10:30am

This workshop introduces participants to the transformative power of AI tools like ChatGPT, blending hands-on activities and real-world examples to demonstrate how effective prompt design can boost pr ...

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Online 24 Jun 2026
24 Jun 2026, 6:00pm

Join Whitecliffe’s free online webinar delivered by Dr Sana Alyaseri, as we explore how AI is shaping the future of web development and the skills that may become more important in the industry. ...

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Whitecliffe IT Holiday Programme July 2026
Wellington Campus 15 Jul 2026
15 Jul 2026, 10:00am

Join us for an interactive session where you’ll discover how cyber threats are identified and prevented, and by learning the basics of mobile app development as you build and test your own simple ap ...

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Christchurch Campus 15 Jul 2026
15 Jul 2026, 10:00am

This session provides a fun and practical introduction to computer hardware and networking, giving you a real taste of what studying and working in IT can be like. ...

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Natural Dyeing Workshop at Whitecliffe
Auckland Central 15 Jul 2026
15 Jul 2026, 10:00am

Come along for a fun, hands-on natural dyeing session where you’ll experiment with sustainable processes and eco-dye techniques. No experience needed, just curiosity and a love of making and creatin ...

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Whitecliffe School Holiday Programme, July 2026, Create a Website
Christchurch Campus 15 Jul 2026
15 Jul 2026, 12:30pm

Show off your talents with a custom portfolio website! Learn how to mix coding with design to create a space that reflects you. ...

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Auckland Central 6 Jul 2026
6 Jul 2026, 10:00am

Try jewellery-making at Whitecliffe’s Holiday Programme. Create a metal pendant using sawing, drilling and filing in a hands-on studio workshop. ...

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News

See what’s happening at Whitecliffe! From student projects to exciting events, stay updated with all the latest news from our creative community.

Information Technology

03/06/2026

Explore upcoming IT events at Whitecliffe and learn more about the trends, skills, and study pathways shaping the future of technology. ...

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Whitecliffe July Holiday Programmes 2026

Other

28/05/2026

Spend a day at Whitecliffe and try hands-on workshops in fashion, jewellery, fine arts, design and IT. ...

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Whitecliffe joins AWS Academy to support future-ready cloud and AI learning

Information Technology

10/04/2026

Whitecliffe is now an AWS Academy member institution, approved on 10 April 2026. AWS Academy is an Amazon Web Services (AWS) programme that provides higher education institutions with a ready-to-teach ...

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Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira and Whitecliffe Formalise Education and Innovation Partnership

Information Technology

08/05/2026

Whitecliffe and Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira Inc. have formalised a MOU, establishing a shared commitment to advancing education, research, and digital capability development for whānau. ...

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Other

05/05/2026

Whitecliffe’s 6-month Pre-Degree Pathway will help you gain the skills, qualifications, and confidence to start your degree. ...

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Design Innovation

23/04/2026

Whitecliffe’s Master of Business Innovation and Leadership (MBIL) programme is proud to announce a new partnership with the Lion Foundation Young Enterprise Scheme (YES), bringing together postgradu ...

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Full Stack JavaScript Development

Information Technology

13/04/2026

Whitecliffe’s micro-credentials are designed for people who want to develop targeted IT skills aligned with current industry needs. ...

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Information Technology

13/04/2026

Discover the most in-demand tech skills for 2026 and learn how Whitecliffe equips students with future-ready IT skills for the digital workforce. ...

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Fashion + Sustainability

01/04/2026

Threads of Heritage, a recent exhibition at Whitecliffe, has emerged as a powerful celebration of cultural exchange, academic collaboration, and exceptional student creativity. Developed through an in ...

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Information Technology

01/04/2026

Discover the range of IT jobs you can get with a basic qualification from Whitecliffe. Start your career in New Zealand’s thriving tech industry today. ...

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Other

13/03/2026

Explore part-time creative study at Whitecliffe. Certificate programmes in Fine Arts and Jewellery are now available. Apply now. ...

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Young man studying on a laptop in a modern office setting, representing future IT education trends in New Zealand.

Information Technology

13/03/2026

Discover what it’s like to study IT in 2026, explore key trends, skills, and tools shaping the future with Whitecliffe’s industry-aligned IT programs. ...

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