Monday 24 August 2020

We have been informed by Government that Alert Level 3 has been extended and Auckland will move into Alert Level 2 from the start of Monday 31 August with a number of public health requirements in place. The alert level settings will be reviewed again by Sunday 6 September.

As we make the transition to Alert Level 2, please continue to maintain physical distancing, good hygiene practices, and wearing a face mask (or recommended alternative) when you are outside of your bubble.

What this means

All classes will remain online this week under Alert Level 3. Classes will be back on campuses from Monday 31 August and will resume their pre-lockdown timetables, unless otherwise advised. Please continue to check your course moodle for updates.or contact your lecturer if you have any concerns about returning to campus under Alert Level 2.  

More detailed communications will be sent over the next 48 hours with further information around possible changes to classes, such as those held in large lecture theatres where it may be difficult to maintain the required physical distancing. 

All facilities at both our campuses will be open from then, including the library, Copy Centre, cafes, retail outlets and Sports Centre. 

Staff and students on campus will be required to adhere to the following public health requirements:

• Stay at home if you don’t feel well
• Maintain physical distancing of at least 1 metre apart
• Wear a face mask or face covering if this is not possible
• Keep a record of your movements via the Government tracer app.  We appreciate not everyone has a device that is able to read QR codes, so physical sign-in sheets for staff and students will also be available at both our campuses
• Practice good hygiene, including thoroughly and regularly washing your hands
• Te Puna Waiora remains open for consultations and testing, but please call 0800 10 85 10 first. Any testing will be done in your car. You can also book a consultation via the website.

Mandatory wearing of face masks on public transport

The Government has mandated the wearing of face masks or face coverings on public transport - buses, trains, ferries, planes, taxis and Ubers – from Monday 31 August.  This applies to Level 2 and above. See the COVID-19 website for further information about this.

Student Services

We are now reaching that point in the semester where important projects and assignments are due. Please don't hesitate to use our Student Support Services which are being delivered remotely during Alert Level 3.

Kia Kaha

Helen Vea
Student President