NEWS

Southlander Cormac Buchanan brings the world of MotoGP to SIT

Wednesday, 21 October 2026
From Invercargill to the international MotoGP circuit, Southland motorcycle racer Cormac Buchanan has travelled a remarkable distance in a few short years. Last week, an unexpected spell back home...
#Automotive #SITNZ
Progressing through SIT: From Caregiver to Registered Nurse

Progressing through SIT: From Caregiver to Registered Nurse

Wednesday, 21 October 2026
"The clinical placements were a major highlight because that's when you learn the things you...
Mark Condino's interest in nursing began when he started working in aged care while he was still at school.  “I realised I enjoyed the combination of science, problem-solving...
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Invercargill has all the ingredients

Invercargill has all the ingredients

Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Growing up helping his Nan and Mum in the kitchen, Sam Kissell has always loved cooking and baking. “I enjoy how aspects of cooking and baking can be so different from each other,” he...
#Cookery #SITNZ
SIT staff define values to guide institute’s future

SIT staff define values to guide institute’s future

Tuesday, 20 October 2026
Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) has introduced a new set of organisational values developed through a staff-led consultation process involving more than 100 employees across its campuses...
#Governance #SITNZ

Queenstown learner finds balance and purpose through SIT weaving journey

Tuesday, 20 October 2026

For long-time Queenstown local Gladys Henderson, enrolling in the New Zealand Certificate in Ngā Toi (Level 4) (Arts) at SIT Queenstown campus was never about gaining another qualification.

SIT at the Heart of Preparing Southland for Major Growth

SIT at the Heart of Preparing Southland for Major Growth

Friday, 16 October 2026
With nearly $11 billion worth of major projects planned or under development across Southland over the next five years, Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) has an important role to play in...
#SITNZ
Supported Learning Course builds confidence and lasting friendships

Supported Learning Course builds confidence and lasting friendships

Thursday, 15 October 2026

For students attending the Supported Learning course at Southern Institute of Technology's Gore campus, learning goes far beyond the classroom.

SIT’s New Era Builds Momentum for Southland

SIT’s New Era Builds Momentum for Southland

Wednesday, 14 October 2026
With local decision-making restored and new study pathways taking shape, Southland leaders say SIT is well positioned to support the region’s workforce, industries and future growth.
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