Nau mai, haere mai, tahuiti mai ki tēnei huihuinga o ngā kairangahau Māori ki AUT!

Ngā Hua a Tāne-te-wānanga — AUT Māori Research Symposium 2026, presented in collaboration with Te Kawerau ā Maki, celebrating the strength of connection within our research whānau.

Building on previous symposia, we welcome Māori researchers at all stages — from established leaders to emerging voices — to share Indigenous methodologies, interdisciplinary innovation, and transformative thinking. Together, and grounded in the whenua of Te Kawerau ā Maki, we weave a whāriki of knowledge that showcases the vital contributions of Māori research to Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond.

Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi
With your basket and my basket, the people will thrive.

Event Details

8:30am - 3:30pm, Tuesday 25th August 2026

Te Pou Theatre, Corbans Estate

2 Mount Lebanon Lane, Henderson

Auckland 0612

Doors and registration will be open from 7:45am
Refreshments will be provided — please indicate any dietary requirements when completing your registration
Please note that each registration is for one attendee
If you are registering on behalf of a group or require tickets for multiple attendees, please email dctevents@aut.ac.nz and we will be happy to assist

Optional Active Whakapapa Experience

As part of our inaugural collaboration with Te Kawerau ā Maki, the whānau are offering a special opportunity to join a guided hīkoi through Te Kōpua | Henderson Park at the conclusion of the symposium — see more below.

Complimentary bus from AUT City Campus

A complimentary bus service is available for those interested, from AUT City Campus to Te Pou Theatre and back. Spaces are limited so please select this option when registering to secure your seat. You will receive a separate email confirming the exact meeting point and further details closer to the day.

Departure from AUT: 7:30am sharp from AUT City Campus (from outside the WU Building, 46 Wakefield Street)
Return departure from Te Pou: Approximately 3:30pm
Drop-off stops: AUT - WU Building, 46 Wakefield Street
Please note: This is a single return service — there are no in-between services throughout the day

Parking

Limited parking is available on site at Te Pou Theatre.

We encourage attendees to follow the road all the way around the theatre to access additional parking closer to the venue, rather than stopping at the first car park you see upon arrival which has more limited spaces.
Please check all signage upon arrival for any time restrictions or conditions that may apply.
Given the overall limited parking available, we also encourage attendees to consider alternative transport options where possible, such as carpooling or public transport. You can plan your journey in advance via the Auckland Transport Journey Planner at at.govt.nz.

For any other questions or enquiries, please do not hesitate to get in touch by emailing dctevents@aut.ac.nz.

Contact the host of Ngā Hua a Tāne-te-wānanga, AUT Māori Research Symposium 2026

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