Who we are
The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand is the nation’s leading distance and online learning provider. Our focus is on learner success for around 30,000 learners each year.
Open Polytechnic and New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Studying at Open Polytechnic | New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology (NZIST)
Our people
Open Polytechnic employs a wide range of learning and teaching experts who provide academic and learning support to our distance learners.
Council
Open Polytechnic Council Meetings 2026 Date Delivery Time Venue 5 March In person 9.30 - 2.30 OPNZ, 3 Cleary Street, Waterloo, Lower Hutt 31 March Virtual 12.30 – 5.00 30 April Virtual 12.30 – 5.00 10 June In person 9.30 - 2.30 OPNZ, 3 Cleary Street, Waterloo, Lower Hutt 9 July Virtual 12.30 – 5.00 6 August Virtual 12.30 – 5.00 10 September In person 9.30 – 2.30 OPNZ, 3 Cleary Street, Waterloo, Lower Hutt 8 October Virtual 12.30 – 5.00 12 November Virtual 12.30 – 5.00 10 December In Person 9.30 - 2.30 OPNZ, 3 Cleary Street, Waterloo, Lower Hutt Our Council meets each month.
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