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• Diwali celebrations light up New Zealand campuses

  It was a wonderful week of Diwali across New Zealand campuses as students and education institutions came together to celebrate the festival of lights.  

  AUT lights up for Diwali 

  The sights, sounds and colours of Diwali were on full display at AUT’s recent Diwali Festival.   

  With the largest cohort of international students from India in New Zealand, AUT’s Diwali Festival celebrated the incredible contribution Indian students make to life at AUT.   

  Pro Vice-Chancellor International, Professor Guy Littlefair, said the event enriches their campus culture and showcases the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.   

  “Our incredible Diwali event was a wonderful opportunity for our entire university to celebrate our Indian students and the richness and joy of Indian culture,” Professor Littlefair said.   

  “We are proud of our growing reputation throughout India for our wide range and quality of study programmes, for being the university of technology in New Zealand, and for our great student support, accessibility to academic staff, employability, and student success.   

  “India is an extraordinarily important partner country to us, but more importantly our Indian students are an extremely valued part of our AUT family and the unique perspective and rich culture they bring to us are treasured by all our staff and students.”  

   

  Students lead Diwali celebrations at Wintec | Te Pūkenga 

  

  Diwali 2023 performers, organisers, volunteers, and audience all enjoyed the celebrations at Wintec | Te Pūkenga City Campus, including International Student Services Advisors, Unmesha Veetil (far left) and Li Li (front row with orange sari).

  This year, the Diwali celebrations at Wintec | Te Pūkenga City and Rotokauri campuses were completely ākonga (student)-led, making them even more special than usual. Although facilitated by the International Student Support team, the events were entirely hosted by ākonga, from the MCs to all the entertainment.  

  Unmesha Veetil, International Student Services Advisor, said the events were vibrant and high energy and a real testament to the students.  

  “The MCs did a great job of engaging the audience and getting them singing along, the dance performances and magic tricks were stunning and there were even talented students doing henna designs. On the request of the audience there was a final open dance floor which got many from the audience dancing too and proved lots of fun.”

  

  A crowd enjoying a Diwali dance performance at Wintec | Te Pūkenga

  The true spirit of the festival was also on full display as a diverse, multicultural communities organised the festivities with much generosity and kaitiakitanga.   

  

  Members of the Chinese Postgraduate Society who volunteered as ecowarriors for the Auckland Diwali Festival.

  The Chinese Postgraduate Society volunteered for the Auckland Diwali Festival as eco warriors, helping make the celebration as eco-friendly as possible. 
  
  “It was a great experience for us to immerse in a different culture and make valuable contributions,” Wilson Pan, President of the Chinese Postgraduate Society said.  

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• Education New Zealand nominated for three upcoming awards

  ENZ recognised for Gilman Scholarship mahi

  Education New Zealand has been selected as a finalist in the 2021 AmCham - DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards. The awards, run by the American Chamber of Commerce in New Zealand, celebrate the success and innovation of companies doing business with the United States.

  ENZ is a finalist in the Bilateral Connections category and our entry focusses on how our Gilman Scholarship funding and other initiatives underway with US federal agencies and education institutions are helping build lasting connections between New Zealand and the United States through education. The winners will be announced at a function in Auckland on 26 August.

  ENZ's digital China ecosystem recognised in China Business Awards

  ENZ is a finalist in the 2021 HSBC NZCTA China Business Awards, New Zealand's preeminent awards for recognising business success in China. ENZ is nominated for the United Media Solution Award for Digital Excellence in Business between China and New Zealand, for our China digital ecosystem and experience work.

  Tū Ngātahi nominated in prestigious marketing awards

  ENZ's Tū Ngātahi campaign, delivered by Special Group, has been selected as a finalist in the Designers Institute of New Zealand Best Design Awards. Tū Ngātahi calls for New Zealanders to stand together with our international student community and send a message of empathy and support. It is nominated in the Public Good category.

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• Building on momentum from 2025 for steady growth in 2026

  Kia ora koutou, 

  As 2025 draws to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on what we’ve achieved together, and to thank you for the incredible support you’ve shown to grow international education in New Zealand. 

  This year has been one of big wins: 

  • New Zealand now has 83,535 international students enrolled between January and August, a 14% increase on last year, already surpassing 2024’s total. 

  • Education-related travel exports hit $4.52 billion, making international education among New Zealand’s top 10 exports. 

  • 87% of international students rated their experience in the country positively, with 77% of New Zealanders agreeing that international education benefits the country. 

  These results are a testament to the strength of our partnerships and the commitment of everyone in this sector. Thank you for working with us on our Go-to-Market Plans, we are excited to keep building on this momentum in 2026 as we deliver on the International Education Going for Growth Plan. 

  And it’s not just our sector shining, New Zealand continues to stand out globally on several counts, which make us even more appealing as a high-quality study destination.  

  We are globally ranked: 

  • fifth for overall higher education quality (QS World University Rankings 2026) 

  • second on the Sustainable Trade Index 

  • third-most peaceful country in the world (Global Peace Index 2025) 

  • first for work-life balance (Global Life Work Balance Index 2025) 

  • tenth for overall prosperity and wellbeing (Legatum Prosperity Index 2025). 

  Finally, I want to acknowledge Amanda’s outstanding leadership as ENZ Chief Executive. Amanda has strengthened relationships across government and the sector, represented New Zealand internationally, and delivered an organisational reset that sets ENZ up for the future.  

  We’re immensely grateful for her contribution and wish her every success in her next role. 

  The ENZ Board has started recruiting for a new Chief Executive, and we’re working closely with Amanda and the leadership team to ensure a smooth transition. In the meantime, business continues as usual, and our team remains focused on achieving the growth goals we have set for international education. 

  On behalf of the ENZ Board, thank you for everything you’ve done to help international education grow and thrive this year.  

  Wishing you a safe and happy festive season filled with relaxation, good cheer and time with loved ones. We look forward to connecting again in the New Year and continuing this important work together. 

  Ngā mihi nui, 
  Tony Gray 
  Chair, Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao 

   

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