Two poupou, one fishing line
September 2, 2026
New carvings unveiled within a day of each other at EIT’s Wairoa and Maraenui Learning Centres have added two more links to te aho a Māui — a series of poupou radiating out from the waka...
Artistic growth shapes creative journey for EIT visual arts student
January 23, 2026
After four years studying the Bachelor of Creative Practice (Visual Arts and Design) at EIT, artist Taya Evans’ work reflects significant artistic growth. Originally from Gisborne, Taya (Te...
EIT Creative Practice graduate proud to receive John Harré Scholarship
January 22, 2026
Bachelor of Creative Practice graduate Liv Wilson has added a second major scholarship to her achievements after completing her studies at EIT. The 26-year-old, who graduated last year, has...
EIT Festival brings together diverse creative work from IDEAschool students
December 17, 2025
IDEAschool celebrated a full spectrum of creativity last month at its end of year festival - Here and Now, Ko Au Te Wā. Across several days of exhibitions, performances and screenings, students...
EIT student holds first exhibition after winning prestigious scholarship
September 19, 2024
Bachelor of Creative Practice student Olivia Wilson is celebrating her first solo exhibition, after winning the prestigious David Fine Scholarship. The 25-year-old student, who is in her...
Opportunity to learn what EIT has to offer at information day
September 18, 2024
Anyone interested in learning what EIT has to offer is invited to attend an information and enrolment day next month. The event will be held between 9am and 6pm on 17 October at the EIT...
EIT Tairāwhiti inviting prospective students to learn what’s on offer at information day
September 15, 2024
EIT Tairāwhiti is inviting prospective students (ākonga) to attend an information and enrolment day next month to see what career opportunities await. The event will be held between 9am and...
EIT IDEAschool students excel at Hokonui Fashion Awards
August 5, 2024
Two EIT IDEAschool Fashion students have excelled at the Hokonui Fashion Design Awards, with one a runner up in the menswear category and the other earning a special award. Candice D’Acre...
EIT student wins best female filmmaker at VF48 regional final
July 29, 2024
EIT Bachelor of Creative Practice (Screen Production) student Kayla Tepania has been recognised for her work on the big screen at this year’s Vista Foundation 48Hours Gisborne Final. Kayla...
Passion for art leads 76-year-old to EIT and to publish children’s book
June 15, 2024
A lifelong passion for art led 76-year-old Maureen Box to enrol at EIT’s IDEAschool – a move that has resulted in her writing and illustrating a children’s book. Maureen (Ngāti Māhu,...