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Kaimahi gets flexible working research published
11 March 2026Dr Neeru Choudhary, a Principal Academic Staff Member at Open Polytechnic, has co-authored a recent research article that was published in the Journal of Work-Applied Management.
AchievementOpen Polytechnic kaimahi becomes Member of the Archives Council
2 March 2026Dr Eric Boamah, Principal Academic Staff Member of Open Polytechnic’s Library
and Information Studies programmes, has been appointed as a Member of the Archives Council…
Open Polytechnic study leads to a promotion for ECE graduate
25 February 2026Christchurch-based Bachelor of Teaching in Early Childhood Education (ECE) graduate, Tessa Karati is grateful for the important role that Open Polytechnic…
Our LearnersOpen Polytechnic welcomes new Chief Executive and Council members
5 February 2026Yesterday a Pōwhiri was held at Open Polytechnic's Lower Hutt campus to formally welcome new Chief Executive Sharon Cooke as the organisation returns to standalone governance.
LeadershipOpen Polytechnic prepares for the future with appointments of Council and Chief Executive
10 December 2025Following the Government appointment of three Ministerial members to its governing Council, Open Polytechnic has taken the next step towards independence…
LeadershipNew AI micro-credential for business leaders available from Open Polytechnic
2 December 2025Open Polytechnic, New Zealand’s specialist online learning provider, in conjunction with Spark, is offering business leaders the opportunity to better understand Artificial Intelligence (AI)…
Our QualificationsWorld leaders in open and distance education to gather in Wellington next week
7 November 2025Leading experts in open and distance education will converge next week for the 30th ICDE World Conference…
EventsKeynote speakers announced for 30th ICDE World Conference 2025 in Wellington this November
27 August 2025An exciting lineup of distinguished keynote speakers will share their insights and expertise at the upcoming International Council for Open and Distance Education…
EventsOpen Polytechnic launches new Introduction to Generative AI micro-credential
5 June 2025A new micro-credential developed by Open Polytechnic, New Zealand’s specialist online learning provider, in conjunction with Spark, offers businesses and individuals the opportunity. . .
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