2025 Graduation & Hīkoi

Friday 02 May, 7:00am -3:00pm

Below is a summary of the main timings of the graduation day to be held on Friday 2 May at Te Mānuka Tūtahi marae in Whakatāne.
Depending on the number of graduands, transitions during the day, or in the event of inclement weather, timings may need to be adjusted accordingly.

Graduands, whānau and other visitors should make considerations for the length and movements of the day, plan and prepare accordingly.

FINE WEATHER PROGRAMME
Time Kaupapa
7.30am Assemble for Pōhiri
8.00am Pōhiri
8.30am Paramanawa/Kai Ōhari
9.15am Assemble at Mātaatua Street
10.00am Gown and Town Hīkoi
11.00am Graduand line-up for procession
11.30am Order of Ceremony
2.00pm-3.00pm Approximate finish time

WET WEATHER PROGRAMME
Time Kaupapa
7.30am Assemble for Pōhiri
8.00am Pōhiri
8.30am Paramanawa/Kai Ōhari
9.30am Graduand line-up for procession
10.00am Order of Ceremony
2.00pm-2.30pm Approximate finish time

We look forward to celebrating the achievements of all our graduates on this special occasion!

For all information head to our website: https://www.wananga.ac.nz/experience/graduation/