Programme of the Day
Below is a summary of the main timings of the graduation day to be held on Friday 2 May at Te Mānuka Tūtahi marae in Whakatāne.
Depending on the number of graduands, transitions during the day, or in the event of inclement weather, timings may need to be adjusted accordingly.
Graduands, whānau and other visitors should make considerations for the length and movements of the day, plan and prepare accordingly.
FINE WEATHER PROGRAMME
| Time | Kaupapa |
| 7.30am | Assemble for Pōhiri |
| 8.00am | Pōhiri |
| 8.30am | Paramanawa/Kai Ōhari |
| 9.15am | Assemble at Mātaatua Street |
| 10.00am | Gown and Town Hīkoi |
| 11.00am | Graduand line-up for procession |
| 11.30am | Order of Ceremony |
| 2.00pm-3.00pm | Approximate finish time |
WET WEATHER PROGRAMME
| Time | Kaupapa |
| 7.30am | Assemble for Pōhiri |
| 8.00am | Pōhiri |
| 8.30am | Paramanawa/Kai Ōhari |
| 9.30am | Graduand line-up for procession |
| 10.00am | Order of Ceremony |
| 2.00pm-2.30pm | Approximate finish time |
We look forward to celebrating the achievements of all our graduates on this special occasion!
Whakapā mai/Contact us
For any graduation enquiries please contact us