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WITH STRENGTH AND PURPOSE
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The Association for Pacific Staff in Tertiary Education (APSTE) is a collective of Pasifika staff working to strengthen our presence, leadership, and success across Aotearoa’s tertiary sector.
We advocate for representation, provide professional development, and create spaces for collaboration and cultural empowerment.
Why It Matters
Pasifika staff play a crucial role in shaping education. By coming together, we empower each other to navigate challenges, amplify our voices, and contribute to a more inclusive tertiary landscape.
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Upcoming Events
Across Aotearoa and within our own spaces, these events bring Pasifika together to share knowledge, build connections, and grow collectively. Be part of the talanoa, the learning, and the movement.
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We warmly invite you to University of Otago’s Central Library for a Tour, Printing Press Workshop & lunch.
Friday 15 May 2026
10:00am - 12:30pm
Meet downstairs at University of Otago’s front desk
Regional Event: Lower South | University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka: Library Tour, Printing Press Workshop & Lunch
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Regional Event: Lower North | BINGO Night
Thursday 21 May
4:30pm - 6:00pm
AM101, Alan MacDiarmid Building, Kelburn Campus, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington
Join us for a fun-filled Bingo Night with pizza, prizes up for grabs, and friendly competition!
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Pasifika Night Market at Te Herenga Waka —Victoria University of Wellington
Thursday 21 May
4:30pm - 6:00pm
AM101, Alan MacDiarmid Building, Kelburn Campus, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington
Open to the public and we will be hosting incredible Pasifika-owned businesses/stalls.
Please bring cash, as there are no nearby ATMs.
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2025
APSTE
Staying 'Fefeka' Through Connection
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Members of the Association of Pacific Staff in Tertiary Education (APSTE) recently gathered in Wellington for their annual Fono, themed ‘Stay Fefeka’, to connect, share ideas and strengthen relationships.
Hosted at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, the two-day gathering brought together Pacific staff from across the motu for presentations, panel discussions, hauora-focused activities, collaborative talanoa and professional learning and development opportunities.
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2025 - 2026
Our Executive Team leads with purpose—supporting, advocating, and strengthening pathways for Pasifika staff across the tertiary sector.
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