Hakaraia Tertiary Education Grant

Grant for Waitaha students working towards a trade apprenticeship certificate, diploma or degree, including postgraduate study.

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Closes: The 2025-26 round ran 1 October 2025 to 24 January 2026 and has closed, or when the $30,000 pool was exhausted. Recipients must attend the Hakaraia Wānanga in February. The trust's page had not published 2026-27 dates as at 14 September 2026.
Who can apply: “To support students to attain their trade apprenticeship certificate, diploma or degree (including post-graduate).” Requires proof of enrolment, proof of expenses for the current financial year, and verified bank details.
Whakapapa: Registered member of Waitaha iwi.
Study level: Vocational, Undergraduate, Postgraduate
Amount: Maximum $1,000 per applicant. $30,000 available per financial year.
Funding route: Scholarship
Applicants: Individuals & whānau, Tauira & researchers

Before you apply

Requires attendance at the Hakaraia Wānanga (February) as a condition of the grant, plus an online application and accountability form.

Checked 17 September 2026

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