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Reconnect before the semester gets busy!
Kia ora ,

Semester One starts soon. Before deadlines and group chats take over, O’Week is a good chance to reset your routine, reconnect with campus and pick up a few easy wins while the energy is high.

You do not need to do all of it. If you want a simple plan:

  • Pick one or two events to lock in now.
  • Use the rest as easy pop-ins between classes.
  • Grab the perks while they’re on.
See What’s On during O’Week
O'Week events:

You already know the campus. This week is all about coming back with intention – rejoining what you enjoy and starting the semester feeling like you’re back, not behind.
Two students smiling at the Clubs Expo
Clubs Expo
2-5 March, City and Grafton
The fastest way to reconnect with your interests (or pick up a new one) without a huge time commitment. Explore clubs and societies across sport, culture, hobbies and academic interests.
Find your next club!
Alfred's Street Party
Wednesday 4 March, 5pm until late
Live music, DJs, food and big first-week energy!

Alfred’s Street Party is a popular O'Week night, so grab your ticket early if you want to be there.
Get your party tickets
Student crowd at the Alfred's Party
Student crowd at the Alfred's Party
Alfred's Street Party
Wednesday 4 March, 5pm until late
Live music, DJs, food and big first-week energy!

Alfred’s Street Party is a popular O-Week night, so grab your ticket early if you want to be there.
Get your Party tickets
Daytime events (easy wins between classes)

Monday 2 to Wednesday 4 March | O’Week Fest: Drop by Alfred Street for games, food trucks, freebies and live music. It’s an easy way to break up your day and find something to do between classes.

Monday 2 to Friday 6 March | O’Week Esports: If gaming is your thing, this is an easy way to meet people with shared interests. Check O’Week Esports schedule.

Tuesday 3 March, 11am-1pm | Hiwa Manu Competition: Big splash energy at Hiwa. Enter Manu, Style or both and see how you land. Not keen to compete? Come watch and back your favourites. Free to register and free to watch. Register for Manu competition.

Thursday 5 March, 5.30-6.30pm | Dance Party at Hiwa: Want to move your body and do something fun without the pressure of a club night? Bring your new mates or come solo, you won’t be the only one. Get the Dance Party Tickets. 

Friday 6 March from 10am | Hē Āhuru Mōwai: Cool down with a free ahiparaka (ice blocks), meet the team and get to know the space. Everyone is welcome and no registration needed. Bring your te reo and te ao Māori knowledge, you might be put to the test or learn something new.
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Eat, Drink, Shop
Celebrate the new semester with the UoA tee deal. Purchase any two UoA tees for $50 until Friday 6 March 2026. Offer valid instore at both Campus Store locations (Student Quad and Hiwa, Recreation Centre). 
Save and style with UoA
Did you know?
40% off Auckland public transport fares + chance to win NEON

Full-time tertiary students can now save 40% on bus, train and most ferry fares with a registered AT HOP card loaded with a tertiary concession.

Auckland Transport is also giving away NEON Basic two-month subscriptions to eligible tertiary concession users who travel on public transport before 22 March. T&Cs apply.  Check your tertiary concession and how to win!
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