2013 Guide to Accommodation - Massey University

2013 GUIDE TO 

ACCOMMODATION 

HE WĀHI NOHO; HE WHAKAMĀRAMA

CONTENTS 

IHIRANGI 

2 WELCOME TO MASSEY 

3 ABOUT THIS GUIDE 

4 TYPES OF ACCOMMODATION 

5 ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS 

6 KEY DATES 

7 PASTORAL CARE 

8 ALBANY / ŌTEHĀ CAMPUS 

14 MANAWATŪ CAMPUS 

30 WELLINGTON / TE WHANGANUI A TARA CAMPUS 

33 OTHER ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS 

> HE WHIRINGA WĀHI NOHO ANŌ 

35 LIVING AT MASSEY > TE NOHO KI KŌNEI 

36 SERVICES AVAILABLE FOR OUR STUDENTS 

39 WELCOME PROGRAMMES 

40 BUDGETING 

41 APPLYING FOR ACCOMMODATION 

44 CONTACT US 

ACCOMMODATION | 2013 GUIDE ON WHERE TO LIVE 

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NAU MAI, HAERE MAI 

Welcome to Massey University in 2013. 

We are New Zealand’s only truly national university. We 

have modern campuses in Auckland, Palmerston North and 

Wellington, as well as the country’s most comprehensive 

Distance Learning study options. 

Studying at a tertiary level takes lots of time and 

commitment, so you don’t want to be worrying about your 

accommodation. We will make every effort to help you find 

a comfortable, safe and enjoyable place to live while you 

study. 

We have specialised accommodation staff at each campus. 

They can give you advice on everything from choosing 

Halls of Residence and signing tenancy agreements, to 

dispute resolution and budget management. We also 

run Welcome Programmes which give you a realistic 

picture of what life is like for students living in Massey 

accommodation. 

If you’re an international student, there are some special 

requirements you need to know about, and you’ll find that 

information on page 42. 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: 

Email: contact@massey.ac.nz 

Phone: 0800 MASSEY (627 739) 

Text: 5222 

Web: http://accommodation.massey.ac.nz 

ACCOMMODATION | 2013 GUIDE ON WHERE TO LIVE

ABOUT THIS GUIDE 

HE WHAKAMĀRAMA 

This guide will help you find the right place to live while 

you’re studying at Massey. 

You can apply for accommodation online at 

accommodation.massey.ac.nz. 

If you are an international student, please contact your 

nearest International Student Support Office 

(contact details on page 44). 

If you need more help, call one of Massey’s 

Accommodation Services offices. 

Their contact details are listed on page 44. 

The information in this guide was correct at the time 

of printing, however some details, including prices and 

services, may change. 


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TYPES OF 

ACCOMMODATION 

NGĀ MOMO WĀHI NOHŌ 

We know that after choosing what subjects you’ll study 

at Massey University, your next most important choice is 

where you’ll live. 

You have a range of accommodation options at our three 

campuses, including Halls of Residence, residential 

complexes, apartments, units, and homestays. These are 

managed either by the university or an agent of Massey. 

You may also decide to stay in private accommodation. 

Our experienced Accommodation Services staff can help 

you to choose the type of accommodation that’s right for 

you, as well as give you all the advice you’ll need to make 

that decision. 

Here’s an overview of our accommodation options: 

MASSEY HALLS OF RESIDENCE 

You live in your own room within a hall. 

Halls usually house up to 100 students. 

They are managed by residential accommodation 

staff, who establish guidelines for living, monitor the 

community environments, offer support and arrange 

activities. 

Usually located close to, or on, campus. 

Halls may or may not provide meals for residents. 

You don’t need to worry about paying lots of different 

bills or, in some halls, cooking meals. 

Excellent facilities including computer rooms. 

Single-sex and co-ed options. 

A great place to meet people and make friends. 

It’s a close-knit environment with people your own 

age. 

Alcohol free options. 

APARTMENTS OR UNITS MANAGED BY 

MASSEY 

You have your own rooms in a managed apartment or 

unit. 

They are managed by residential accommodation 

staff who establish guidelines for living and offer 

support to residents. 

In most apartments and units you’ll need to organise 

your own meals and pay bills. 

A good mix – you get the independence of a unit plus 

support from residential accommodation staff. 

A smaller and more intimate living environment with 

people your own age. 


RESIDENTIAL COMPLEXES 

You live in your own room within a complex. 

Complexes vary in size, but usually house between 

100 and 300 students. 

Complexes do not provide meals for residents. 

There are single-sex and co-ed options. 

The complexes are usually close to campus. 

You are with a larger community of people your own 

age. 

HOMESTAY 

Homestay accommodation is available to any student 

studying at Massey. All international students 

under 18 years of age must live in Massey approved 

homestay accommodation. 

Homestay students have their own room in a family 

home. Some families have more than one student 

staying with them. 

Homestays give international students a chance to 

directly experience New Zealand life, culture and 

language. 

Massey Homestay Advisers can help students find a 

family with similar interests. 

Homestay accommodation is offered in most areas of 

the campus cities. 

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS FOR UNDER 18 

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS 

All international students under the age of 18 must be living 

in one of the following three categories of accommodation: 

Massey University Approved Homestay 

Accommodation. 

Massey University Approved Designated Caregiver 

Accommodation. 

Living with Parents. 

PRIVATE FLATS 

After their first year, many students choose to move 

into private flats with other people. 

Private flats provide independence for students, 

but there is a lot more to organise than with other 

accommodation options. 

You and your flatmates are responsible for your own 

grocery shopping, meals, rental agreements and 

payments, bill payments, budgets and relationships 

within the flat. 

While Massey does not take responsibility for 

problems you may have with private accommodation, 

our Accommodation Services staff will give you 

advice and support as required. 

Most flats in New Zealand are rented out 

unfurnished. If you move into a flat with flatmates, you 

may have to purchase furniture for the flat and your 

own bedroom.

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS 

NGĀ WHIRINGA WĀHI NOHO 

ALBANY 

Millennium Village Lucas Creek Village Casa Bella Apartments Homestay 

MANAWATŪ 

Atawhai Atawhai Family Units Atawhai Single Units Fergusson Hall 

Moginie Bindaloe Hall Craiglockhart Hall Moginie Hall 

Tararua, Ruahine Units Walter Dyer Hall City Court Egmont Court 

Kairanga Court Rotary Court Colombo Hall Kiwitea Hall 

McHardy Hall Matai Hall Miro Hall Tawa Hall 

Totara Hall Homestay 

WELLINGTON 

The Cube Homestay 


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KEY DATES 

NGĀ RANGI MATUA 

Here are some important dates. 

Please note that accommodation applications received 

by 1 October 2012 will be given priority over late 

applications. In some cases, you will need to apply 

for accommodation before you are accepted into your 

chosen programme of study. 

2012 

12 MAY Albany Open Day 

1 AUGUST Applications for 2013 accommodation open. 

1 AUGUST Manawatū Campus Open Day. 

31 AUGUST Wellington Campus Open Day. 

1 SEPTEMBER Time to send in your application for 

accommodation in the Halls of Residence, Residential 

Complexes or campus units. 

24 SEPTEMBER Manawatū Campus Contact Day. 

1 OCTOBER Is the date you want your application to be 

considered for the first round of selections, you must apply 

by this date. 

MID-OCTOBER The University advises on the success of 

applications for placement in a Massey University Hall of 

Residence, residential complex, unit or apartment. 

If you are successful, you need to confirm your place by 

the date given on your offer. 

2013 

31 JANUARY Final day for students to confirm their 

accommodation. Students who change their mind and 

advise the University on or before this date may receive a 

partial refund of their deposit. 

18 FEBRUARY Campus and college pre-semester activities, 

including: Orientation, reporting-in-person and welcome 

sessions. 

27 FEBRUARY Semester One and Double Semester begins. 

ACCOMMODATION | 2013 GUIDE ON WHERE TO LIVE

PASTORAL CARE 

TE TIAKI TANGATA 

We aim to provide a happy and memorable 

experience for students living in our 

Accommodation complexes. We work hard at 

looking after our tenants throughout their time with 

us while still giving them an independent living 

experience. 

We have a dedicated team of Residential Assistants 

(RAs) and Residential/Community Managers, who are to 

help you settle in, assist with any issues relating to your 

accommodation and well being, and to provide a clean and 

safe environment. 

There will always be someone on duty able to assist you. 

You will be given the contact number on arrival. 

Being a student and living in a student accommodation 

will provide you with lots of activities that you may 

wish to attend. Events and activities are organised by 

residential staff throughout the year. We encourage you 

to get involved in as many as possible. It is one of the best 

ways of making friends as well as getting to know people 

living around you. It will also enhance your experience at 

Massey University. 

"LIVING IN STUDENT 

ACCOMMODATION HAS BEEN ONE OF 

MY BEST EXPERIENCES IN LIFE.” 

"MILLENNIUM VILLAGE WAS THE 

BEST PLACE FOR ME TO BECOME 

MORE SELF-DEPENDENT, I HAVE 

FOUND AMAZING FRIENDS IN MY 

FLATMATES. THE WORKSHOPS 

ARE GREAT AND THERE IS ALWAYS 

SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS." 

"I AM A INTERNATIONAL STUDENT 

LIVING IN MASSEY UNIVERSITY 

ACCOMMODATION. THIS IS MY 

FIRST TIME EXPERIENCING LIVING 

ALONE AND IT HAS BEEN A GREAT 

PRIVILEGE FOR ME TO MEET NEW 

PEOPLE AND LEARN TO LIVE WITH 

OTHER STUDENTS FROM DIFFERENT 

CULTURES. THERE ARE A LARGE 

NUMBER OF CLUBS TO TAKE PART IN, 

SUCH AS RUGBY, TABLE TENNIS AND 

A LOTS MORE, ALSO WE HAVE OTHER 

EVENTS TO MEET UP WITH THE OTHER 

RESIDENTS TO GET TO KNOW THEM." 

"A PLACE THAT'LL HELP YOU MAKE 

LIFE TIME FRIENDS WITH LOTS OF 

SUPPORT TO HELP YOU ADAPT TO 

STUDENT LIFE.” 


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ALBANY / ŌTEHĀ CAMPUS 

THE INNOVATION CAMPUS 

Massey University’s innovative Albany / 

Ōtehā campus is located on the North Shore 

of New Zealand’s largest city – Auckland. 

Home to around 1.4 million people, Auckland 

is a fast-paced international city. Built 

around a beautiful harbour and surrounded 

by sea, the City connects to the North Shore 

by a multi-lane harbour bridge. The North 

Shore is thriving. It’s the fastest growing part 

of Auckland – a hub of business and 

recreation. 

The Albany campus was established more 

than 18 years ago in one of the North 

Shore’s fastest growing areas. 

The campus grounds are peaceful with 

many native trees and plants, yet it’s only a 

five minute walk to the expansive Westfield 

shopping centre with its movie theatres, 

shops, restaurants and numerous fast food 

outlets. If you want to travel further, there 

are buses running regular routes around the 

North Shore region and into Auckland city.

The modern campus has top-quality facilities including 

a five-storey library, modern lecture theatre blocks and 

study rooms, a new Student Central building (opened in 

2012), a state-of-the-art recreation centre, cafés, a student 

common room and a popular student bar. If you have a car, 

there’s a large student carpark right in front of the campus, 

and it's free. 

Our staff and the Albany Students’ Association work 

together to provide entertainment and social events 

throughout the year. Groups of students meet up for all 

sorts of reasons – sporting and cultural events, day and 

weekend trips, and socialising at the student bar. 

On the learning side, the campus has some nationallyrecognised 

areas of focus, including information systems, 

design and engineering, applied social sciences and 

financial analysis. The strength of Albany's postgraduate 

and research programmes is underpinned by its role as 

the home of both the New Zealand Institute for Advanced 

Study, where world-renowned scientists collaborate to 

produce advances in knowledge and The Allan Wilson 

Centre for Molecular Ecology and Evolution, a governmentdesignated 

Centre of Research Excellence. The campus is 

also home to the business incubator E-Centre. 

1. Scholars Café 

2. Recreation Centre / Ferguson Bar 

3. Sir Neil Waters Lecture Theatres 

4. Student Amenities Centre 

5. IIMS 

6. Library 

7. Atrium 

8. Quadrangle Building ng 

9. Study dy Cen entr tre 


All student accommodation buildings at Albany are owned 

by Buildcorp Management Limited (BML), and they are 

jointly managed by BML and Massey University. Massey 

University Albany Accommodation Services monitors all 

student accommodation. 

“SOME OF THE NEW FACILITIES ARE 

INCREDIBLE – THE STATE-OF-THE-ART 

RECREATION CENTRE, THE MODERN 

LECTURE THEATRES BLOCK, AND THE 

WELL-RESOURCED LIBRARY REALLY 

MAKES YOU WANT TO STUDY. I 

SPEND HOURS IN THE DVD SECTION.” 

ACCOMMODATION 

Millennium Village, 5 minute walk (approx.) 

Lucas Creek Village, 15 minute walk (approx.) 

Casa Bella Apartments, 20 minute walk (approx.) 


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MILLENNIUM VILLAGE 

MILLENNIUM VILLAGE IS A 5-MINUTE WALK FROM 

THE ALBANY CAMPUS. A SHUTTLE BUS IS PROVIDED 

THROUGHOUT THE DAY FREE OF CHARGE. IT IS CLOSE TO 

THE NORTH HARBOUR STADIUM, ALBANY TOWN CENTRE, 

PARKS, CAFES, RESTAURANTS AND BARS. IT IS JUST A 

SHORT DRIVE AWAY TO THE CITY OF AUCKLAND AND 

NORTH SHORE’S BEAUTIFUL BEACHES. 

Millennium Village consists of 31 terraced houses/ 

apartments which can accommodate a total of 127 

students. The village attracts the younger student (18-22) 

both from New Zealand and Overseas, who is looking for 

an independent living experience. 

SERVICES AND FACILITIES 

LOCATION / ADDRESS 548 Albany Highway, Albany. 

EACH BEDROOM HAS Divan single bed with storage, 

double wardrobe, shelving, small pin board, desk, chair, 

reading lamp and heated towel rail. 

EACH HOUSE/APARTMENT HAS Lounge/dining area - 

television, couches, coffee table, dining table and chairs. 

Kitchen – fully equipped with dishwasher, waste disposal, 

full stove, pantry, microwave, kettle, crockery, cutlery and 

cooking utensils. 

Laundry - washing machine and dryer. 

Bathrooms - two showers, two toilets, vanity area and 

downstairs toilet and basin. 

Storage, Outdoor courtyard and car parking. 

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Phone and computer points are 

situated in each house/apartment, however, students are 

to organise and pay for their own Internet and telephone 

connection. 

SECURITY Residential Assistants live on-site to assist with 

security, support and assistance. Campus Security visits 

the village in the evening and is on call for emergencies. 

MEALS All the accommodation is self-catering only - 

students are to organise and prepare their own meals. 

TRANSPORT SERVICES Free shuttle to and from Massey 

Campus. Close to public bus routes. 

SUPPORT SERVICES The accommodation team are 

always available to support students and assist with their 

concerns. Residential Assistants live on-site within the 

village and are available throughout the weekends and 

every evening. The Community Manager is situated on 

campus during the day and is also on call in evenings for 

emergencies. 


FOR FURTHER 

INFORMATION CONTACT 

ACCOMMODATION SERVICES, 

ACCOMMODATION.ALBANY@ 

MASSEY.AC.NZ 

PHONE +64 9 414 0838 

PRIVATE BAG 102 904, 

NORTH SHORE CITY 0745, 

AUCKLAND 

The accommodation team work closely with other support 

services situated on campus and refer students to these 

services, such as Chaplaincy, Teaching & Learning, Health 

and Counselling, and International Support. 

STUDY-RELATED SERVICES None on-site, however all study 

facilities and services are available on the Albany Campus. 

SPORT, CULTURE AND LEISURE The accommodation village 

has its own common room with Sky TV, pool table, table 

tennis and couches. 

Many events and activities are organised throughout the 

year for accommodation students only. 

Students are able to set up their own groups of interest 

with the support of the Community Manager. 

Monthly resident meetings. 

WEEKLY FEES FOR 2012 

$162* per week for 51 weeks 

or 

$198 per week for 42 weeks 

(plus $400 refundable bond and $60 letting fee, payable 

prior to the start of your tenancy). 

Rent excludes power, gas, water and telephone charges. 

UTILITIES FEE Charges for electricity, gas and water 

consumption will be billed monthly to all tenants. 

Approximate rate of $75* per month ($150 refundable utility 

bond is payable at the start of your tenancy). 

RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION FEE Compulsory fee of $50. 

CATERS FOR DISABILITIES Yes. (No special services 

provided). 

OTHER FEATURES Central to Albany Village and close to 

campus. 

*Based on 2012 rates as 2013 rates are still to be confirmed.

LUCAS CREEK VILLAGE 

LUCAS CREEK VILLAGE CONSISTS OF 9 TOWNHOUSES 

WHICH HAVE BEEN DIVIDED UP INTO UNITS AND 

STUDIO’S. EACH UNIT HAS EITHER 12 BEDROOMS, 

7 BEDROOMS OR 3 BEDROOMS. THE STUDIOS ARE IDEAL 

FOR COUPLES OR THOSE THAT WISH TO LIVE ALONE. 

THIS VILLAGE ATTRACTS STUDENTS BETWEEN 

19-28 YEARS OF AGE, FROM BOTH NEW ZEALAND AND 

OVERSEAS, WHO ARE LOOKING FOR AN INDEPENDENT 

LIVING EXPERIENCE. 


LOCATION / ADDRESS 9 The Avenue, Albany. 

ROOMS 100 generously sized single occupancy bedrooms. 

Studio Rooms are available on request, however are 

charged at a higher rate. 

EACH UNIT HAS Kitchen – with dishwasher, waste 

disposal, stove, pantry, microwave, crockery, cutlery and 

cooking utensils. 


Lounge/Dining area - television, couches, dining table and 

chairs. 

Bathrooms - two/three showers, two/three toilets, sinks 

(depending on how many rooms in unit). Toilet and basin. 

Storage, outdoor courtyard and free on-site car parking. 

EACH BEDROOM HAS A single divan bed with storage, 

double wardrobe, shelving, pin board, desk, desk chair, 

reading lamp and heated towel rail. 

Studios 14 studios in total, each has a queen size divan 

bed, own bathroom, kitchenette with fridge, hob & 

microwave, dining table and chairs, television and sofa 

chair. However, laundry is shared with other students living 

in the main house. 


situated in each unit/studio, however, students are to 

organise and pay for their own Internet and telephone 

connection. 

SECURITY Residential Assistants live on-site to assist with 

security, support and assistance. Campus Security visits 

the village in the evening and is on call for emergencies. 

MEALS This accommodation is all self catering only, 



Campus, accommodation is situated close to public bus 

routes. 

SUPPORT SERVICES The accommodation team are 

always available to support students and assist with their 

concerns. Residential Assistants live on-site within the 

village and are available throughout the weekends and 

every evening. The Community Manager is situated on 

campus during the day, however is also on call in evenings 

for emergencies. 


FOR FURTHER 




MASSEY.AC.NZ 

PHONE +64 9 414 0838 



AUCKLAND 

The accommodation team also work closely with other 

support services situated on Campus and refer students to 

these services, such as Chaplaincy, Teaching & Learning, 

Health and Counselling, and International Support. 

STUDY-RELATED SERVICES None, on site, however all 

study facilities and services are available on the Albany 

Campus. 

SPORT, CULTURE AND LEISURE 

Volley Ball area. 

Use of common room at Millennium Village which has Sky 

TV, pool table, table tennis and couches. 



Students are able to set up their own groups of interest 

with the support of the Community Manager. 


$162* per week for 51 weeks, 

or 


(plus $400 refundable bond and $60 letting fee is payable 


Rent excludes electric power, gas and telephone charges. 



Approximate rate of $75* per month ($150 refundable utility 


RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION FEE Compulsory $50 fee. 

CATERS FOR DISABILITIES Yes. (No special services 

provided). 

OTHER FEATURES Central to Albany Village and free shuttle 

bus to campus. 

*Based on 2012 rates as 2013 rates are still to be confirmed. 


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CASA BELLA APARTMENTS 

CASA BELLA UNITS ARE SITUATED WITHIN A 

RESIDENTIAL COMPLEX CLOSE TO THE ŌTEHĀ ROHE, 

ALBANY CAMPUS AND APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES 

WALK TO THE EAST PRECINCT, ALBANY CAMPUS. IT IS 

WITHIN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO ALL AMENITIES SUCH AS 

CAFES, BARS, RESTAURANTS. 

Massey provides a shuttle bus service to and from 

the villages, to the campus and the shopping centre 

throughout the day and is free of charge to our students. 

There are 6 units available at Casa Bella that can 

accommodate a total of 24 students (4 per unit). They 

are aimed at the mature student or those studying at 

postgraduate level looking for a quiet environment to 

study. 


LOCATION / ADDRESS 427 Albany Highway. 

ROOMS 24 generously sized single occupancy bedrooms. 

FACILITIES Tennis court, gym and swimming pool. 

EACH UNIT HAS Kitchen - dishwasher, waste disposal, Full 

stove, pantry, microwave, crockery, cutlery and cooking 

utensils. 


Lounge/Dining Room - television, couches. Dining table 

and chairs. 

Bathrooms - two showers, two toilets, vanity area. Down 

stairs toilet with basin. 

Understairs storage, outdoor courtyard, car port and 

garage. 

EACH BEDROOM HAS Divan single bed with storage, 

double wardrobe, shelving, small pin board, desk, chair, 

reading lamp, heated towel rail. 


situated in each unit/studio, however, students are to 

organise and pay for their own Internet and telephone 

connection. 

SECURITY Campus Security visits the village in the evening 

and is on call for emergencies. 

MEALS This accommodation is all self catering only, 



Campus, accommodation is situated close to public bus 

routes. 


FOR FURTHER 




MASSEY.AC.NZ 

PHONE +64 9 414 0838 



AUCKLAND 

SUPPORT SERVICES The Community Manager is situated 

on campus during the day, however is also on call in 

evenings for emergencies. 

The accommodation team also work closely with other 

support services situated on Campus and refer students to 

these services, such as Chaplaincy, Teaching & Learning, 

Health and Counselling, and International Support. 

STUDY-RELATED SERVICES None on site, however all 

study facilities and services are available on the Albany 

Campus. 

SPORT, CULTURE AND LEISURE Use of swimming pool, 

tennis courts and gymnasium by arrangement. 




$162* per week for 51 weeks, 

or 


(plus $400 refundable bond and $60 letting fee is payable 


Rent excludes electric power, gas and telephone charges. 



Approximate rate $75* per month ($150 refundable utility 


RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION FEE (Optional) $50 fee if 

students would like to be involved in the events/activities 

CATERS FOR DISABILITIES No. 

OTHER FEATURES Close to shops, free shuttle bus to 

campus. 

NB: While the Casa Bella apartments are endorsed by Massey University, they are not 

Massey University-contracted accommodation with BML. 

*Based on 2012 rates as 2013 rates are still to be confirmed.



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MANAWATŪ CAMPUS 

GET CONNECTED 

The Manawatū campus, located in 

Palmerston North, has the benefit of both 

age and youth on its side. 

It’s where Massey began over 80 years ago 

– the original campus, yet it is part of 

‘Student City’, one of New Zealand’s most 

youthful cities, with nearly half the 

population under the age of 25. 

Palmerston North is great for students, with 

a reasonable cost of living including 

sensibly priced accommodation. It is easy to 

get around whether you like to walk, hire a 

green bike or as a Massey Manawatū 

student you can hop on a bus, for free, 

anywhere, anytime. 

There’s also a huge range of sporting and 

social activities right on your doorstep or in 

the surrounding countryside. Try kayaking, 

rafting, mountain biking, skiing or tramping 

to name but a few. If the outdoors doesn’t do 

it for you, there are lots of other activities 

and clubs.

1 Fergusson on Ha Hall 

2 Ataw tawhai hai 

3 MMcHardy 

rdy Hall 

4 Turitea 

5 Miro ro Ha Hall ll 

6K 6 Kiwitea Hall 

7 Totara Hall 

8 Karaka 

9 Tawa Hall 


The campus has two locations, Turitea – renowned for 

its beautiful park-like setting of trees and gardens, and 

Hokowhitu – on the city-side of the Manawatū River, 

near the lagoon. Turitea is a hub of student activity with a 

student centre, food hall and shops. 

The Manawatu campus offers a full range of qualifications 

from science, business, food technology, humanities & 

social sciences, to engineering, education and technology. 

It is home to New Zealand's only veterinary science 

programme and the only university-based aviation school. 

The campus focuses on providing a community where 

students are supported while they study. Massey 

Manawatū offers a wide range of on-campus halls and 

units, catering for nearly 1000 students of diverse ages, 

programmes of study and cultural backgrounds. 

Each Hall of Residence or unit has a live-in Residential 

Adviser. This adviser provides help and guidance if you 

need it. They also help to arrange activities for the halls. 

Living on campus also means that you have easy access to 

a range of facilities such as a prize-winning gym, the Sport 

& Rugby Institute, an equestrian centre, the community 

athletics track, cafés, the library and computer labs. The 

Library Information Commons is also a popular place to 

meet people, have a coffee and do some study. 

10 Matai Hall 

11 Kanuka 

12 Colomb mbo o HHall 

all 

13 Ro Rotar tary Court 

14 Kairanga Court 

15 Egmont Court urt 

16 Cit City y CCour 

ourt 

17 Ruahine e UUnits 

18 Tararuaa UUnits 

19 Moginie Hall 

20 Wal Walter ter Dy Dyer er Hal H l 

21 Craiglockhart 

22 Monro 

Common mons 

23 Bindaloe oe 

24 Vale Hous ouse 


The Dining Hall/Food Court serves a wide variety of meals 

throughout the day. There is flexibility on when these meals 

are taken, so ask about the “meal swaps” that let you 

collect your dinner at lunch time. 

Residents of halls and units are well known for their interhall 

competing and socialising. There are a number of 

competitions throughout the year, including a crazy sports 

day, quiz night, and a touch rugby tournament. Social 

events include barbeques, an Easter Egg Hunt and the 

Residents’ Ball. 

It’s a unique community where you can live in top 

accommodation and have a great social and study life. 

“THE THING ABOUT THE MANAWATU 

CAMPUS IS THAT YOU CAN ACTUALLY 

HAVE A LIFE WHILE YOU STUDY. 

YOU’VE GOT EVERYTHING YOU NEED 

RIGHT HERE, AND YOU’RE ONLY 

MINUTES FROM TOWN ON THE FREE 

BUS.” 


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COMMUNITIES 

THERE ARE FOUR COMMUNITIES AT TURITEA IN 

PALMERSTON NORTH – ATAWHAI, MOGINIE, THE COURTS 

AND TURITEA. 

ATAWHAI is located on a ridge above Turitea, near the 

College of Business. This community largely caters to 

mature students and family groups. 

MOGINIE is on a small rise near the Vet tower and 

has stunning views of the city. This community caters 

largely for the school leaver age group (domestic and 

international) in the halls and mature students in units. 

THE COURTS are located right next to the gym and 

sports field and are home to a mix of New Zealand and 

international students. 

TURITEA HALLS are in the heart of the campus, right next to 

lecture theatres and the bus stop. Turitea caters largely for 

the school leaver age group and international students. 

Our accommodation is independently assessed on a 

regular basis by Qualmark. This assessment ensures 

that the accommodation you select meets the advertised 

standard required by Qualmark. We have achieved the 

highest rating of **** + for some of our accommodation. 

All Massey Halls of Residence have the Qualmark Silver- 

Enviro rating which is awarded for the following initiatives: 

energy efficiency, waste management, water conservation, 

community activities and conservation. 

The Manawatū Halls of Residence have NZ Association 

of Tertiary Education Accommodation Professionals 

accreditation. Accreditation is awarded to organisations 

providing the best possible environment for students living 

in tertiary institution accommodation. 


FOR FURTHER 



ACCOMMODATION.MANAWATU@ 

MASSEY.AC.NZ 

PHONE +64 6 356 9099 EXT 81688 

MASSEY UNIVERSITY, 

PRIVATE BAG 11 222 (PN522), 

PALMERSTON NORTH 4442

ATAWHAI 

LOCATED ON A SUNNY RIDGE ABOVE THE TURITEA SITE, 

THE ATAWHAI UNITS ARE ONLY A 15-MINUTE WALK 

THROUGH BEAUTIFUL BUSH TO THE MAIN CAMPUS. 

ATAWHAI IS A PEACEFUL RESIDENTIAL AREA, WITH A 

SUPPORTIVE VILLAGE-LIKE ATMOSPHERE. EACH UNIT 

IS SHARED BY FIVE RESIDENTS, AND THERE ARE ALSO 

FAMILY UNITS AVAILABLE. 

These units are available for families and mainly those 

studying at postgraduate level. Each unit is completely 

self-contained, but there are many opportunities for 

the community to socialise together using the Atawhai 

commons. There is a playground for children, which is 

approximately a five-minute walk away. 

Atawhai has its own small computer lab, located in the 

Atawhai Common Room, and is only a short walk from the 

extensive on-campus computing resources. 

ATAWHAI FAMILY UNITS 


LOCATION / ADDRESS Atawhai, Keiller Place. 

COMMUNITY Caters for families, mostly postgraduate 

students, both international and domestic. 

AVAILABILITY Rooms available for full semester periods. 

Prioritised for students new to study at Massey. 

ROOMS 9 two-bedroom units. 

EACH UNIT HAS Two bedrooms with beds, desks and 

wardrobe, lounge with sofas, armchairs, coffee table, 

dining table and chairs, kitchen with fridge, stove, 

microwave, toaster, kettle and utensils, laundry with 

washing machine, bathroom with toilet and shower. There 

is a common room for social activities and communal 

drying facilities are also provided. 

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Atawhai Family Units are a 

15-minute walk from the undergraduate and postgraduate 

computer labs on campus. The Atawhai Common Room 

also has a computer lab with three computers. Telephone 

line in each unit (connections to a service provider at 

residents’ expense). Wi-Fi available. A broadband Internet 

service is available at a cost to the resident**. 

SUPPORT A Residential Adviser is housed at Atawhai. 

Accommodation Services oversee community wellbeing 

and social activities. Atawhai is close to free on-campus 

student services including Medical Centre, Student 

Counselling and Centre for Teaching and Learning. 

SECURITY All external doors are lockable. 24-hour security 

staff patrol campus and are available for assistance. 


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MEALS Atawhai Family Units are self-catered, and 

residents have facilities to cook their own meals. Residents 

can purchase meals at the Food Court/Dining Hall. The 

units are a 15-minute walk from the central Food Court. 

TRANSPORT 15-minute walk to central bus stop on 

campus, regular free bus service to the city and between 

Turitea and Hokowhitu sites. Additional free bus service to 

and from the city on Thursday and Saturday nights, from 

the main bus stop. 

PARKING Small car park and off-street car parking is 

available free of charge. 

STUDY-RELATED SERVICES Study groups for specific first 

year undergraduate papers. Close to Centre for Teaching 

and Learning, Library, Fale Pasifika and Kāinga Rua support 

services. 

SPORT, LEISURE AND CULTURE Regular inter and intrahall 

social, cultural and sporting activities. Short walk 

to Library, Music and Performance Room, International 

Community Centre, Recreation Centre, sports fields and 

courts, all-weather athletic track and Equestrian Centre. 

WEEKLY FEES FOR 2012 $201* plus electricity costs. 

CATERS FOR DISABILITIES No special services provided. 

**All rooms have data points installed which connect to InspireNet (ISP). Cables 

and access cards (supplied by InspireNet) for these data points are available at the 

Residential Services Office. 

*2013 rate to be confirmed. 


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ATAWHAI SINGLE UNITS 


LOCATION / ADDRESS Atawhai, Keiller Place. 

COMMUNITY Caters for mature, mostly postgraduate 




ROOMS 65 rooms in 13 five-room units. 

EACH BEDROOM HAS Shelves, wardrobe, heating, study 

chair, desk, king-single bed and linen. 

EACH UNIT HAS Two showers and one toilet per five 

residents, one kitchen and lounge area, washing machine. 

Common room and communal drying facilities. 

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Atawhai is a 15-minute walk from 

the undergraduate and postgraduate computer labs on 

campus. Telephone line in each room (connections to a 

service provider at residents’ expense). There is a small 

study room with three computers attached to the common 

room. Wi-Fi available. A broadband Internet service is 

available at a cost to the resident**. 

SUPPORT A Residential Adviser is housed at Atawhai. 


and social activities. Atawhai is close to free on-campus 

student services including Medical Centre, Student 

Counselling and Centre for Teaching and Learning. 

SECURITY All rooms and external unit doors have locks. 

24-hour security staff patrol campus and are available for 

assistance. 

MEALS Atawhai units are self-catered, and residents 

have facilities to cook their own meals. Residents can also 

purchase meals at the Food Court/Dining Hall. The units are 

a 15-minute walk away from the central Food Court. 


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TRANSPORT 15-minute walk to central bus stop on 



and from the city on Thursday and Saturday nights. 

PARKING Small car park and off-street car parking is 

available free of charge*. 

STUDY-RELATED SERVICES Study groups for specific 

first year papers. Short walk to Centre for Teaching and 

Learning, Library, Fale Pasifika and Kāinga Rua support 

services. 


social, cultural and sporting activities. 10-minute walk 




WEEKLY FEES FOR 2012 $150*. 





*2013 rate to be confirmed.

FERGUSSON HALL 

FERGUSSON HALL IS THE PLACE TO BE IF YOU WANT TO 

SAVE SOME MONEY BY COOKING YOUR OWN MEALS 

WHILE LIVING IN A HALL ENVIRONMENT. 

The hall’s buildings offer an incredible living space being 

set on three hectares of grounds, which include a sports 

field, a volleyball court, garden areas and inspiring views. 

Aside from the physical benefits, students value the 

friendships they make during their stay at ‘Ferg’. A number 

of students enjoy their first year so much that they apply 

to return to Fergusson Hall for a second or third year. 

Fergusson Hall provides a great environment for study 

alongside the positive social life. The large study room is 

equipped with printing facilities and computers connected 

to the Internet. Academic support is available when 

needed from our staff and from returning residents willing 

to help. 

The hall organises a wide range of events during the year 

including an orientation weekend, movie nights, a formal 

dinner, a triathlon, food festivals, tramps, a ski trip and 

many other smaller events. On-site residential staff include 

the Head of Hall and three senior student Residential 

Advisers who help make the hall a positive place to live. 

Fergusson Hall is owned by the Presbyterian Educational 

Purposes Trust. 


LOCATION / ADDRESS 150 Atawhai Road, 5-minute walk to 

Turitea campus. 

AVAILABILITY Rooms available for semesters one and two, 

and over summer if needed. 

COMMUNITY New Zealand and international students. 

ROOMS 79 single rooms, 4 twin share rooms. 

EACH ROOM HAS Rubbish bin, washing basket, wardrobe, 

study desk and chair, bookcase, single divan bed, computer 

Internet connection, small fridge, heating, electrical multiboard. 

THE HALL HAS Large study and computer room equipped 

with computers connected to the Internet and a laser 

printer, free washing machines, coin-operated dryers, 

two fully-equipped kitchens with ovens, microwaves, gas 

hobs. One toilet and one shower per five to six residents, 

depending on accommodation area, cleaned six days 

per week, games room with full-sized billiard table, table 

tennis table, football table and piano, outside picnic tables 

and BBQ, two lounges with plasma TVs, one with SkyHDI, 

music and activities storeroom for musical instruments, 

workshop and secure bike shed. Communal vegetable 

garden, sports field, volleyball court, basketball hoop and 

cricket wicket. 


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TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Wireless Internet throughout 

the Hall and cable Internet connections in all rooms 

(connection to a designated local service provider at 

residents’ expense). Two study rooms, public computers 

connected to the Internet and a free laser printer. Close 

to the undergraduate and postgraduate computer labs on 

campus. 

SECURITY Swipe card access on all external doors and 

front gate. Security cameras, residential staff live on-site, 

all rooms on security key system. 

MEALS Self-catered. 

TRANSPORT SERVICES Close to bus stops. The hall offers 

regular van trips to supermarkets, growers markets and 

inter-hall sports. 

PARKING On-site parking with security gate at the front of 

the property and security cameras. The cost is $50* per 

semester. 

SUPPORT SERVICES Residential Support team living on-site 

includes the Head of Hall and 3 Residential Advisers. 

STUDY-RELATED SERVICES Head of Hall and Residential 

Advisers organise tutorials, study groups, support from 

returning residents and are available to provide studyrelated 

advice. 

SPORT, CULTURE AND LEISURE The hall organises regular 

sporting and cultural events and inter-hall activities. Close 

to Massey’s sports fields, Recreation Centre and Library. 


$165* for single premium rooms, 

$157* for single standard*** rooms, 

$150* for single standard** rooms, 

$135 for single standard* rooms, 

$115* per person for twin share rooms. 

Different room rates based primarily on room size. 

CATERS FOR DISABILITIES Contact Head of Hall. 

OTHER FEATURES Spacious grounds, garden and sports 

areas. 



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MOGINIE 

SITUATED ON MUNRO HILL, MOGINIE HAS A FABULOUS 

VIEW OVER THE ENTIRE CITY. ON A CLEAR DAY YOU 

CAN SEE MOUNTS TARANAKI AND RUAPEHU. MOGINIE 

IS A PLACE TO GET AWAY FROM IT ALL AND STILL BE 

ONLY 5 MINUTES FROM CAMPUS VIA AN UNDERPASS. 

THE COMMUNITY IS WELL-EQUIPPED WITH ITS OWN 

COMPUTER LAB AND LAUNDRY BLOCKS. 

Bindaloe and Craiglockhart are our two best kept secrets. 

Both gracious old buildings, Bindaloe - a villa, and 

Craiglockhart - one of the original homesteads, have been 

converted to single-sex halls, though they operate as 

one. Each hall has large verandahs, so there is plenty of 

opportunity to take in the views and soak up the sun. 

Framed by a row of Palmerston North’s iconic Phoenix 

palms, Moginie Hall has a park-like lawn setting that 

borders onto the wide open spaces of Massey’s farmlands. 

It has an alcohol-free policy, which means you are not 

permitted to consume alcohol on the premises. 

Named after the Manawatū region’s mountain ranges, 

Tararua and Ruahine are modern blocks each comprising 

four six-person apartments, ideally suited for our mature 

students. Each apartment is completely self-contained, but 

there are many opportunities for the community to socialise 

together using the central Munro commons. 

Walter Dyer is our largest hall, yet it is still a close and 

friendly community. There are a number of gathering 

places to socialise and meet new friends, and it also offers 

a lot of quiet corners where you can chill out with a book. 

BINDALOE AND CRAIGLOCKHART HALLS 


LOCATION / ADDRESS Moginie, Munro Hill. 

COMMUNITY Craiglockhart caters for females and 

Bindaloe caters for males. Age range 18 to early 20s. 



ROOMS 12 (Bindaloe) and 11 (Craiglockhart) single rooms. 

EACH ROOM HAS Single or king-single bed and linen, 

noticeboard, wardrobe, heating, study chair, desk, 

cupboard, shelves. 

EACH HALL HAS Common room, one toilet and one shower 

per four residents, kitchenette with snack-making facilities, 

TV and Sky connection, central laundry facilities. 

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Bindaloe and Craiglockhart are 

very close to the Ruahine Computer Lab with 13 universitynetworked 

computers and printers, and a short walk 

from the undergraduate and postgraduate computer labs 

on campus. Telephone line in each room. A broadband 

Internet service is available at a cost to the resident**. 


FOR FURTHER 




MASSEY.AC.NZ 

PHONE +64 6 356 9099 EXT 81688 




SUPPORT One Residential Adviser for 23 students. 


and social activities. Short walk to free on-campus student 

services including Medical Centre, Student Counselling 

and Centre for Teaching and Learning. 

SECURITY All rooms and exterior doors have locks. 24hour 

security staff patrol campus and are available for 

assistance. 

MEALS Both Bindaloe and Craiglockhart are catered halls, 

and a meal package is incorporated in the accommodation 

fees. Both halls are a 5-minute walk from the central food 

court. 

TRANSPORT Five-minute walk to central bus stop on 




PARKING Car parking available in the Moginie carpark. The 

cost is $80 per semester, plus a $20 refundable bond*. 




services. 

SPORT, LEISURE AND CULTURE Regular inter and intra-hall 

social, cultural and sporting activities. Close to Library, 

Music and Performance Room, International Community 

Centre, and short walk to Recreation Centre, sports fields 

and courts, all-weather athletic track and Equestrian 

Centre. 


$188* (dinner only), 

$228* (breakfast and dinner), 

$281* (breakfast, lunch and dinner). 






MOGINIE HALL 



COMMUNITY Caters for age range 18 to early 20s (alcoholfree). 



ROOMS 68 single rooms. 

EACH ROOM HAS King-single bed and linen, wardrobe, 

heating, study chair, desk, shelves, rubbish bin. 

THE HALL HAS Two common rooms, one toilet and one 

shower per four residents, two kitchens with snack-making 

facilities, TV and Sky connection, central laundry facilities. 

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Moginie Hall is very close to the 

Ruahine Lab with 13 university-networked computers and 

printers, and a short walk from the undergraduate and 

postgraduate computer labs on campus. Telephone line in 

each room (connections to a service provider at residents’ 

expense). Wi-Fi available. A broadband Internet service is 

available at a cost to the resident**. 

SUPPORT Two Residential Advisers for 68 students. 





SECURITY All rooms have door locks, exterior doors have 

swipe-card access for residents only. 24-hour security staff 

patrol campus and are available for assistance. 

MEALS Moginie is a catered hall, and a meal package is 

incorporated in the accommodation fees. Moginie is a fiveminute 

walk from the central food court. 





PARKING Car parking is available at Moginie carpark. The 



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services. 









$322* (breakfast, lunch, dinner). 







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TARARUA AND RUAHINE UNITS 



COMMUNITY Caters for mature, mostly undergraduate 




ROOMS Four six-room units in each of Tararua and 

Ruahine. 

EACH ROOM HAS Shelves, noticeboard, wardrobe, heating, 

study chair, desk, king-single bed and linen. 

EACH UNIT HAS One shower and one toilet per six 

residents, one kitchen and lounge area, central laundry 

facilities. 

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Tararua and Ruahine units are 

located right next door to the Ruahine Computer Lab which 

has 13 university-networked computers and printers, and 

a short walk from the undergraduate and postgraduate 

computer labs on campus. Telephone line in each room. 

A broadband Internet service is available at a cost to the 

resident**. 






SECURITY All rooms and external unit doors have locks. 

24-hour security staff patrol campus and are available for 

assistance. 

MEALS Tararua and Ruahine are generally self-catered 

units, and residents have facilities to cook their own meals. 

Alternatively residents can purchase meals at the Food 

Court/Dining Hall. The units are a five-minute walk from the 

central food court. 






FOR FURTHER 




MASSEY.AC.NZ 

PHONE +64 6 356 9099 EXT 81688 




PARKING Car parking is available in the Moginie carpark. 

The cost is $80 per semester, plus a $20 refundable bond*. 




services. 

SPORT, LEISURE AND CULTURE Regular inter- and intrahall 





WEEKLY FEES FOR 2012 $150*. 






WALTER DYER HALL 



COMMUNITY Caters for age range 18 to early 20s. 




EACH ROOM HAS Single bed and bed linen, noticeboard, 

wardrobe, heating, study chair, desk, shelves, rubbish bin. 

THE HALL HAS Three common areas and one main 

common room, two toilets and one shower per nine 

residents, four kitchens with snack-making facilities, 

central laundry facilities, TV and Sky connection. 

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Walter Dyer is very close to 

the Ruahine Computer Lab with 13 university-networked 

computers and printers, and a short walk from the 

undergraduate and postgraduate computer labs on 

campus. Telephone line in each room. A broadband 


SUPPORT Three Residential Advisers for 95 students. 








MEALS Walter Dyer is a catered hall, a meal package is 

incorporated in the accommodation fees. Walter Dyer is a 

five-minute walk from the central food court. 





PARKING Parking is available in the Moginie carpark. The 



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year papers. 5-10 minute walk to Centre for Teaching and 


services. 

SPORT, LEISURE AND CULTURE Regular inter- and intrahall 















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THE COURTS 

THE COURTS IS A GROUP OF HALLS OF RESIDENCE 

POPULAR FOR THEIR CENTRALISED COURTYARDS. 

SITUATED ABOVE THE LOVELY VALLEY THAT IS HOME 

TO THE TIRITEA STREAM, AND ALONGSIDE THE SPORTS 

FIELDS AND RECREATION CENTRE, THE COURTS PROVIDE 

PLENTY OF MOTIVATION TO KEEP FIT, WHILE STILL BEING 

ONLY A SHORT WALK TO THE HEART OF THE CAMPUS. 

City and Egmont Courts are catered halls. They are set 

up in six-person units called pods within a larger hall 

structure. Rotary and Kairanga Courts are self-catered 

halls set up in four-person pods, each with their own 

kitchenette. Laundry facilities are provided. 

The rooms are compact, but you might be surprised to 

learn they have the same amount of built-in furniture as all 

the other halls. Each hall has a central common room and 

courtyard, with City and Egmont also having large kitchen 

blocks. There are lots of places to socialise, making the 

Courts amongst the friendliest of halls on campus. 

CITY AND EGMONT COURTS 


LOCATION / ADDRESS The Courts, University Drive. 




ROOMS 90 single rooms each Court. 

EACH ROOM HAS Single bed and bed linen, wardrobe, 


EACH HALL HAS Common room, TV and Sky connection, 

mini computer lab, central laundry facilities, one shower 

and two toilets per six residents, large kitchen with eight 

kitchenettes, table and chairs, and storage lockers. 

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Each Court has a mini computer 

lab with two computers, and is a short walk from the 


campus. Telephone line in each room. Wi-Fi available. A 

broadband Internet service is available at a cost to the 

resident**. 

SUPPORT Three Residential Advisers for 90 students. 





SECURITY All rooms and pods have door locks, exterior 

gates have swipe-card access for residents only. 24hour 


assistance. 


FOR FURTHER 




MASSEY.AC.NZ 

PHONE +64 6 356 9099 EXT 81688 




MEALS Egmont and City Courts are catered halls, and a 

meal package is incorporated in the accommodation fees. 

The Courts are a two-minute walk from the central food 

court. 

TRANSPORT Two-minute walk to central bus stop on 




PARKING Limited secure parking available in the Workshop 

Road and Matai carparks, with back-up parking in the 

Orchard Road carpark. The cost is $80 per semester, plus a 

$20 refundable bond*. 




services. 




Centre, Recreation Centre, sports fields and courts, allweather 

athletic track and Equestrian Centre. 










ROTARY AND KAIRANGA COURTS 


LOCATION / ADDRESS The Courts, University Drive. 

COMMUNITY Caters for age range 18-25 years. 


ROOMS 60 single rooms each. 

EACH ROOM HAS Single bed and bed linen, wardrobe, 


EACH POD HAS One shower and one toilet per four 

residents, one kitchen and lounge area. 

EACH HALL HAS Common room, TV and Sky connection, 

mini computer lab, central laundry facilities. 

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Each Court has a mini computer 

lab with two computers and a printer, and is a short walk 

from the undergraduate and postgraduate computer labs 








SECURITY All rooms and pods have locks, exterior 

gates have swipe-card access for residents only. 24hour 


assistance. 

MEALS Kairanga and Rotary Courts are generally selfcatered 

halls, and residents have facilities to cook their 

own meals. Alternatively residents can purchase meals at 

the Food Court/Dining Hall. The Courts are a two-minute 







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Road carpark, with back-up parking in the Orchard 

Road carpark. The cost is $80 per semester, plus a $20 

refundable bond*. 


year papers. Close to Centre for Teaching and Learning, 

Library, Fale Pasifika and Kāinga Rua support services. 

SPORT, LEISURE AND CULTURE Regular inter- and intra-hall 





WEEKLY FEES FOR 2012 $150* (self-catered). 







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TURITEA HALLS 

THE TURITEA HALLS ARE IN THE HEART OF THE CAMPUS, 

RIGHT NEXT TO ACADEMIC BUILDINGS, SO IT’S EASY 

TO GET TO LECTURES ON TIME. THERE ARE SEVEN 

SEPARATE HALLS, EACH WITH ITS OWN SPECIAL 

CHARACTER, WITHIN THE TURITEA HALLS COMPLEX. 

Colombo Hall is light and spacious with huge bedroom 

windows. The rooms are large and sunny with a great 

outlook. Add to this to the closeness to campus facilities 

and you can see why Colombo Hall is popular for offering 

a comfortable and convenient lifestyle. It has an alcoholfree 

policy, which means you are not permitted to consume 

alcohol on the premises. 

McHardy Hall is a grand and stately building. Situated at 

the bottom of the cricket oval, it couldn’t be a better place 

to enjoy the summer sun, or a game of cricket or social 

touch rugby. McHardy also has an alcohol-free policy. 

Kiwitea Hall usually caters for mature international 

students. The hall is centrally located, close to all 

University facilities. 

The newest halls are state-of-the-art student 

accommodation. Matai, Miro, Tawa, and Totara Halls 

were designed with student input to give you lifestyle 

features we know you like. These modern facilities include 

large spacious bedrooms and well-equipped and inviting 

common rooms complete with plasma TVs and Sky. These 

halls are a luxury pad to call home. 

COLOMBO HALL 


LOCATION / ADDRESS Turitea, Colombo Road. 

COMMUNITY Caters for age range 18 to early 20s (alcoholfree). 




EACH ROOM HAS King-single bed and bed linen, 

noticeboard, wardrobe, heating, study chair, desk, 

cupboard, shelves, rubbish bin. 

THE HALL HAS Common room, laundry facilities, one 

shower and one toilet per six residents, two kitchens 

with snack making facilities, TV and sky connection, mini 

computer lab. 

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Colombo has four universitynetworked 

computers with printer in a mini lab. Very close 

to the undergraduate and postgraduate computer labs 




FOR FURTHER 




MASSEY.AC.NZ 

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SECURITY All rooms have door locks; exterior doors have 



MEALS Colombo is a catered hall, and a meal package is 

incorporated in the accommodation fees. Colombo is a 

one-minute walk from the central food court. 

TRANSPORT Less than one-minute walk to central bus 

stop on campus, regular free bus service to the city and 

between Turitea and Hokowhitu campuses. Additional free 

bus service to and from the city on Thursday and Saturday 

nights. 











Centre, Recreation Centre, sports fields and courts, and 

short walk to all-weather athletic track and Equestrian 

Centre. 





CATERS FOR DISABILITIES Four places in fully accessible 

apartment available. 





KIWITEA HALL 


LOCATION / ADDRESS Turitea, Rehab Road. 

COMMUNITY Caters mainly for mature international 

students. 



EACH ROOM HAS King single bed and linen, noticeboard, 

wardrobe, shelves, heating, study chair, desk. 

THE HALL HAS Common room, one shower and one toilet 

per five residents, kitchen with snack-making facilities, 

laundry facilities, TV and Sky connection. 

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Kiwitea has one university 

networked computer in the common room. It is also very 

close to the undergraduate and postgraduate computer 

labs on campus. Telephone line in each room. A broadband 

Internet services is available at a cost to the resident**. 

SUPPORT A Residential Adviser per 19 students. 





SECURITY All rooms and exterior doors have locks. 24hour 


assistance. 

MEALS Kiwitea is a catered hall, and a meal package is 

incorporated in the accommodation fees. Kiwitea is a twominute 


TRANSPORT One-minute walk to central bus stop on 









year papers. Close to Centre for Teaching and Learning and 

Library. 


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MCHARDY HALL 


LOCATION / ADDRESS Turitea, Refectory Road. 

COMMUNITY Caters for age range 18 to early 20s, (alcoholfree). 




EACH ROOM HAS King-single bed and bed linen, wardrobe, 

desk, heating, study chair, shelves, rubbish bin. 

THE HALL HAS Common room with kitchenette, one shower 

and one toilet per four residents, kitchen with snackmaking 

facilities, laundry facilities, TV and Sky connection, 

mini computer lab. 

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES McHardy has three universitynetworked 

computers with printer in a mini lab. Very close 

to the undergraduate and postgraduate computer labs 

on campus. Telephone line in each room. Wi-Fi available. 

A broadband Internet service is available at a cost to the 

resident**. 









MEALS McHardy is a catered hall, and a meal package is 

incorporated in the accommodation fees. McHardy is less 

than a one-minute walk from the central food court. 





PARKING Limited secure parking available in the Refectory 

Road carpark, with back-up parking in the Orchard 

Road carpark. The cost is $80 per semester, plus a $20 

refundable bond*. 


FOR FURTHER 




MASSEY.AC.NZ 

PHONE +64 6 356 9099 EXT 81688 







SPORT, LEISURE AND CULTURE Regular inter-and intra-hall 





Centre. 










MATAI, MIRO, TAWA, AND TOTARA HALLS 


LOCATION / ADDRESS Turitea, Rehab Road. 




ROOMS 50 single rooms in each hall. 

EACH BEDROOM HAS King-single bed and bed linen, 

noticeboard, wardrobe, heating, study chair, desk, shelving, 

rubbish bin. 

EACH HALL HAS Common room, one shower and one 

toilet per four residents, kitchen with snack-making 

facilities, laundry facilities, plasma TV and Sky connection, 

recreation facilities (Kanuka/Karaka). 

KANUKA AND KARAKA COMMONS In addition to their 

own common room, each hall has access to a shared large 

common building - Kanuka and Karaka. There are two 

shared laundries with washing machines and dryers. There 

is a large common area with a large plasma screen, TV/Sky 

connection, kitchen facilities and computer lab. 

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Both Kanuka and Karaka 

commons have mini computer labs with eight universitynetworked 

computers and printer. Very close to the 


campus. Telephone line in each room. A broadband 

Internet connection is available at a cost to the resident**. 

SUPPORT Two Residential Advisers per 50 students. 








MEALS These halls are catered halls, and a meal package 

is incorporated in the accommodation fees. 


FOR FURTHER 




MASSEY.AC.NZ 

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TRANSPORT One-minute walk to central bus stop on 


Turitea and Hokowhitu campuses. Additional free bus 

service to and from the city on Thursday and Saturday 

nights. 








SPORT, LEISURE AND CULTURE Regular inter- and intra-hall 





Centre. 










Please note that Matai Hall is under a 31 week contract arrangement. This means that 

students will have to shift out of their rooms during the mid-semester breaks (April and 

August), 2 weeks each and at semester break (June-July) 3 weeks. 


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WELLINGTON / 

TE WHANGANUI Ā TARA 

CAMPUS 

THE CREATIVE CAMPUS 

Wellington is New Zealand’s buzzing Capital 

City. As well as being the centre of 

government, it’s renowned for its active arts 

and cultural focus. There’s always 

something going on, from international 

shows and festivals to sporting events. Or 

you can soak up the vibrant café culture 

that is at the heart of this dynamic city. 

For a big city, it has a remarkably compact 

downtown area with a village atmosphere 

that’s easy to walk around. Set between a 

magnificent harbour and rolling green hills, 

where shops, exciting galleries and great 

restaurants and cafés are within easy 

walking distance. It’s the home of New 

Zealand’s Parliament, our National Museum 

and a number of national and international 

arts and cultural organisations and events. 

Wellington is a destination city for students 

and young professionals across New 

Zealand. That means you can expect an 

active social scene for young adults and a 

vibrant nightlife.

THE CREATIVE CAMPUS 

Massey University Wellington is centrally located so you 

can easily take advantage of everything on offer in the city. 

Accommodation for students is adjacent to the campus, 

just a short walk to the famous Cuba Street, Courtenay 

Place and Lambton Quay entertainment and shopping 

areas, as well as the city’s Central Business District. 

Like the city, the campus has a compact and friendly 

atmosphere that is vibrant and fresh. It includes the 

historic refurbished Museum Building - Tokomaru, and the 

new state-of-the-art creative arts building Te Ara Hihiko, 

opened in 2012. Wellington International Airport, the Interisland 

Ferry Terminal and the Railway Station are just a 15 

minute drive away. 

Massey Wellington offers a diverse range of internationally 

recognised programmes across health, sport science, 

business, communication and the creative arts. It is the 

home of the internationally renowned School of Design, 

established in 1886, as well as the Schools of Fine Arts 

and Visual and Material Culture. It is also home to New 

Zealand's oldest and most respected School of Journalism, 

and the New Zealand School of Music, in partnership with 

Victoria University. 

Key student services and facilities include a recreation 

centre, a gym, the Student Centre with common rooms and 

a study area, a bookshop, and the Tussock Café and Bar, 

whanau and pasifika rooms. 

WELLINGTON / TE WHANGANUI Ā TARA CAMPUS 

“WELLINGTON IS A VIBRANT CITY, 

AND I THINK THE WELLINGTON 

CAMPUS REFLECTS THAT. 

YOU’RE ONLY LIMITED BY YOUR 

IMAGINATION, REALLY.” 

A. The Cube Residential l Com Comple plex 

1. Blo Block ck 1 – Te Kō Kōkī kī NZ School of Music 

2. Block ck 2 – Sc Schoo ho l of Fine Arts 

3. Blo Block c 3 – Of Offen fenber berger ger Building (CoS) 

4. Blo lo lock 4 – Stude udent Cen Centre tre and Facilities 

5. Blo Block ck 5 – Co Colle llege of Business 

6. Blo Block ck 6 – Photography 

7. Block ck 7 – Co CoHSS HS H 

8. Te Ara Hihiko: Cre Creati ati a ive ve v Art A s Buil uildin ding 

9. Te Kuratini Marae 

10. Block 10 – Museum eum Bu Building: Toko okomar maru 

11. Block 11 – Jam James es Coe In Industrial Design Ce Centr ntre 

12. Re Recre creati ation Centre 

13. BPM Fitness Ce Centr ntre 


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THE CUBE 

THE CUBE COMPLEX IS SITUATED JUST ACROSS FROM 

THE CAMPUS’S HERITAGE MUSEUM BUILDING ON THE 

CORNER OF TARANAKI AND WEBB STREETS. IT’S A SHORT 

TEN-MINUTE WALK TO THE CITY CENTRE WITH ITS CAFÉS, 

RESTAURANTS, ART GALLERIES, LIBRARY, THEATRES 

AND SHOPS. THE CUBE IS ALSO CLOSE TO THE VIBRANT 

NIGHTLIFE OF CENTRAL WELLINGTON. 

Of the 84 self-catering units, you have a choice of fivebedroom 

or three-bedroom or twin share studio units. All 

fully furnished, they contain everything you need to study, 

relax and cook. 

The apartments include a dining room table and a 

lounge suite. Each bedroom is provided with a telephone 

connection for phone or Internet use. 


LOCATION / ADDRESS Corner Taranaki and Webb Streets, 

Wellington. 

ROOMS 285 beds in 84 self-contained fully furnished units, 

made up of five-bedroom and three-bedroom and twin 

share studio units. 

EACH ROOM HAS Double bed (studios have two single 

beds), desk, chair, wardrobe, pin board, telephone/modem 

line (all connections to a service providers are at the 

student’s expense). 

EACH UNIT HAS Lounge/dining area, a bathroom and 

separate toilet, fully equipped kitchen with stove, fridge, 

microwave and cooking utensils (studios have cook top), 

coin operated laundry. 

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Telephone/modem line (all 

connections to a service provider are at the student’s 

expense). 

SECURITY SERVICES Accommodation staff live on-site for 

security, support and assistance. 

MEALS Self-catering. 

TRANSPORT SERVICES Close to town and on a number of 

public bus routes. 

SUPPORT SERVICES Residential Manager and staff are 

always available to assist with student concerns. 

STUDY-RELATED SERVICES None on-site, but close to 

Massey Campus study facilities. 

SPORT, CULTURE AND LEISURE Regular activities on 

campus. 


FOR FURTHER 


ACCOMMODATION.WELLINGTON 

@MASSEY.AC.NZ 

PHONE +64 4 801 5799 EXT 62046 

FAX +64 4 801 2688 

MANAGER, 

ACCOMMODATION SERVICES 

MASSEY UNIVERSITY 

PO BOX 756, WELLINGTON 


$165* per week per bedroom for 3-bedroom units, 

$160* per week per bedroom for 5-bedroom units 

and 

$229* per week exclusive ($114.50* shared) per studio unit. 

Power, telephone and utilities are additional costs. 

RESIDENTS’ ACTIVITY FEE $50 per year, plus a $100 utensil 

fee. $150 letting fee. 

CATERS FOR DISABILITIES Yes. 

OTHER FEATURES Close to town and campus. 

NB: Leases are a 42 week fixed term. 


OTHER ACCOMMODATION 

OPTIONS 

HE WHIRINGA WĀHI NOHO ANŌ 

HOMESTAY 

Homestay accommodation is when a student lives with 

a local family in the family’s home. Homestay is popular 

with international students because it gives them the 

opportunity to practise English and learn about New 

Zealand culture in a safe and supportive environment. 

All international students under 18 years must stay in a 

homestay. All Massey approved homestay accommodation 

is compliant with the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care 

of International Students. Homestay is also a good option 

for New Zealand students who would benefit from living in 

a family environment. 

FACILITIES 

We feel strongly about providing our students with quality 

accommodation options. We visit each prospective 

homestay host and carry out a police check on them before 

they can become approved hosts. Each Massey homestay 

student must be provided with 24-hour access to his or her 

own clean, tidy and warm room which has: a bed and linen 

(laundered weekly), a heater, desk, chair and reading lamp, 

pillows, blankets and towels, at least one set of drawers 

and a wardrobe, and power points. 

Each homestay student has access to a kitchen, a 

telephone, bathroom, toilet, laundry facilities, living and 

dining rooms. You will be provided with meals by your 

homestay hosts. 

WEEKLY FEES 

Homestay students pay weekly board to their homestay 

hosts. 

Albany students pay $250 per week, 

Wellington students pay $240 per week, 

Manawatū students pay $220 per week. 

APPLYING 

You must apply for homestay accommodation. When you 

submit your application you will need to pay a NZ$400 bond 

which is refundable, and a non-refundable $215 homestay 

administration fee, which covers the initial homestay 

placement and one move within the first 14 days. 

SUPPORT SERVICES 

Dedicated Homestay Accommodation Advisers are always 

available to help and give advice to students and their 

families. 

DISCLAIMER: Please note that the homestay costs per 

week apply to individual students and not students 

participating in international study tours or group courses. 

OTHER ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS > HE WHIRINGA WĀHI NOHO ANŌ 

FOR FURTHER 


HOMESTAY ACCOMMODATION ADVISOR 

ALBANY 

HOMESTAYAKLD@MASSEY.AC.NZ 

PHONE +64 9 414 0800 EXT 9844 

MOBILE +64 21 42 3066 

MANAWATU 

HOMESTAYPN@MASSEY.AC.NZ 

PHONE +64 6 356 9099 EXT 8481 

MOBILE +64 27 238 1799 

WELLINGTON 

HOMESTAYWGTN@MASSEY.AC.NZ 

PHONE +64 4 801 5799 EXT 6821 

MOBILE +64 27 289 7355 

PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION 

Private accommodation can include hostels, apartments, 

flats or boarding. Although the University is not responsible 

for private accommodation, accommodation staff do 

give advice and support to students who live in private 

accommodation. Accommodation Services can also help 

you in your quest for accommodation, so make sure you 

drop in before you start looking. 

Accommodation Services on your campus will be able to 

give you lots of options. 

HOW TO FIND PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION 

There are a number of ways to find private accommodation 

at Massey, and here are a few of them. Flats and 

apartments are advertised: 

Weekly on Massey’s Students’ Associations’ notice 

boards 

On other notice boards around the University 

On student radio stations (listings played once or 

twice a day) 

In the ‘To Let’ section of local newspapers 

(Wednesdays and Saturdays) 

With private rental agencies (this comes at a cost) 

ads.massey.ac.nz 

On accommodation websites such as 

www.flatfinder.co.nz and www.flathunt.co.nz 

Massey Accommodation Services can provide advice and 

listings. 


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PRIVATE FLATTING 

After their first year of study, many students move into 

rented flats. Sometimes it can be quite a change from living 

in a Hall of Residence or managed apartment, and there 

are some important things to consider before you take the 

plunge. 

COST 

Can you afford to pay the rent? 

How much is the bond, and how much do you have to 

pay in advance? 

How much will food and bills cost you? 

Is the flat furnished or will you have to buy furniture? 

Are there hidden costs: connection fees for utilities 

(power, gas and phone), moving costs, letting agency 

fees (if you use one), heating costs and groceries? 

Make a list. 

SIZE 

Is the room big enough and light enough to study? 

Is there room for your car or bike to be off the road? 

FLATMATES 

Do they have similar ideas about housekeeping? 

Have you discussed household chores, cooking 

requirements and how you’ll pay the bills? 

Who will put the utilities in their name? 

DISTANCE 

Is it within walking/biking/driving distance of Massey 

or on the free bus route (Manawatū) or other public 

transport. 

SECURITY 

Will your belongings be secure? 

THE LEASE 

Have you read and understood the lease? 

Are you happy with the duration of the lease? 

Is everyone in the flat paying a bond and signing the 

lease? 


FOR 

FURTHER 




MASSEY.AC.NZ 

PHONE +64 9 414 0838 



MASSEY.AC.NZ 

PHONE +64 6 356 9099 EXT 81688 

ACCOMMODATION.WELLINGTON 

@MASSEY.AC.NZ 

PHONE +64 4 801 5799 EXT 62046 

FAX +64 4 801 2688 

We recommend that you look at a selection of flats before 

choosing one. When it comes to the lease, make sure 

you read the document and that you and your flatmates 

are aware of your responsibilities before you sign it. If 

there’s anything you don’t understand, call your local 

Accommodation Services or contact the nearest branch of 

Tenancy Services. 

If you have problems during the year, either with 

your flatmates or landlord, you can get help from 

Accommodation Services, or the Students’ Association on 

your campus. 

Sometimes there may be a good reason why you cannot 

live in the halls. Local students may choose to stay at home, 

and sometimes we have a shortage of places in the halls. 

But that doesn’t mean you can’t participate in activities. 

Contact Accommodation Services to see how you can get 

involved in campus life.

LIVING AT MASSEY > TE NOHO KI KŌNEI 

LIVING AT MASSEY 

TE NOHO KI KŌNEI 

You will have a unique student experience 

whether you choose Albany, Manawatū or 

Wellington. 

Our three campuses are in three very 

different locations, each with its own 

special character. 

Massey students have a choice of over 100 

top qualifications, with different options 

available at different campuses. To find out 

how to choose your programme, and where 

you can study, call 0800 MASSEY, email 

contact@massey.ac.nz or txt 5222 for a 

prospectus or to speak to someone who can 

help. 


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SERVICES AVAILABLE 

FOR OUR STUDENTS 

NGĀ RĀTONGA ĀKONGA 

We understand the importance of wider community life 

and campus experience to your university education. 

Our campuses provide a range of support and services for 

students – from accommodation and study advice to health 

and counselling services. 

Call 0800 MASSEY and ask for more information on Student 

Life Services or check out student-services.massey.ac.nz 

ACCOMMODATION 

There are a variety of accommodation options for 

Massey University students. Each campus has its own 

Accommodation Services, where students can get advice 

and support on all aspects of accommodation. 

CAREER AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES 

There are career and employment offices on each campus. 

They provide a link between Massey and a wide range 

of employers, helping them fill both full-time graduate 

positions and summer internships. They also provide 

career planning advice and job-seeking skills regardless of 

where students are in their career thinking. 

Careers information is available to students and graduates 

at http://careerhub.massey.ac.nz including graduate 

vacancies, dates for workshops, presentations and 

the Career Fairs. Career Fairs are run in Auckland and 

Palmerston North. These help you to find holiday work as 

well as full-time jobs once you graduate. 

CHAPLAINCY 

There are a wide variety of faith and spirituality groups 

on Massey campuses, to serve the needs of students and 

staff. Christian groups for prayer and Bible study operate 

on all campuses. Muslim groups are active at Albany and 

Manawatū. On the Albany, Manawatū and Wellington 

campuses, Chaplains from a variety of Christian churches 

and a range of ethnicities are available to talk individually 

with people about personal matters or any other concerns 

related to life at the University. Find out more about these 

services at each campus through Student Life Services or 

on the web. 


CHILDCARE 

Massey offers a variety of childcare facilities and services 

at the Albany and Manawatū campuses. As they are very 

popular pre-booking is essential. Further information can 

be found at: 

http://childcare.massey.ac.nz 

TE URU KARAKA KŌHANGA REO 

Our Kōhanga Reo at Turitea on the Manawatū campus 

provides pre-school education in a total immersion Māori 

language environment for children of staff and students. 

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES 

There’s a club to suit everyone at Massey, with a huge 

range of sporting, activity, political and cultural clubs to 

choose from. While at Massey, make the most of the clubs 

– it’s a great way to meet new people, get involved and 

broaden your horizons and social network. 

COMPUTING 

Massey's Information Technology Services provides 

students with a range of computer facilities across all 

campuses, and over the Internet. All students are assigned 

a Massey student usercode and an email address. This 

can be used to access online services such as course and 

campus information, email and enrolment online. Students 

can also access their email and the Internet from computer 

labs and halls’ mini-labs, see itslabs.massey.ac.nz 

DISABILITY SERVICES 

The university has specialist staff available to assist 

students with disabilities. These services are available 

for on-campus and distance students and are designed to 

make the tertiary learning environment more accessible, 

comfortable and hassle-free. 

For further information, please contact The Centre for 

Teaching and Learning at your local campus or call 

0800 MASSEY.

PROFESSIONAL AND CONTINUING 

EDUCATION (PaCE) 

The Centre for Professional and Continuing Education 

offers programmes at all three campuses including the: 

Direct Entry English Pathway, English Language (ESOL), 

and Certificates in Foundation Studies and University 

Preparation. The Centre also delivers professional 

development, international and university preparation short 

courses. PaCE organises homestay accommodation for 

students and short course participants while studying. Call 

0800 MASSEY to contact your closest PaCE support staff. 


The International Student Support Office (ISSO) at each 

campus provides comprehensive advice and welfare 

services to all international students, and is also a 

resource centre for students and their families. ISS staff 

can assist you to work through any difficulties you may 

experience while studying in New Zealand. 

ONLINE TOOL SET 

A range of new online tools are available to help you plan 

your studies and to provide you with support as you go. 

LEARNING SUPPORT 

The Centre for Teaching and Learning is an academic 

learning support service that helps students to be 

successful in their university study. It helps with essay 

and exam preparation and study techniques, gives advice 

on preparing written and oral presentations and helps 

students to get the best out of lectures and tutorials. 

In February of each year, short study skills courses are 

offered for first-year students. 

MATHS FIRST 

The Maths First website (http://mathsfirst.massey. 

ac.nz) is designed to promote individual learning 

in mathematics and is committed to helping you 

achieve success in your studies. You’ll find 

resources, exercises and quizzes on several 

topics including arithmetic, algebra, 

trigonometry and calculus that will help 

you brush up your numeracy skills. 


MEDICAL 

All campuses have health professionals 

including doctors, nurses, counsellors 

and physiotherapists working at the 

centres. In addition to this the Albany and 

Wellington Campuses also have a nutritionist 

available. Visits to the doctor are generally free if you 

are Primary Health Organisation (PHO) enrolled with the 

service. 

STUDENT COUNSELLING 

A counselling service operates on all campuses to 

assist students who may be experiencing personal and 

emotional problems, study difficulties or family concerns. 

Staffed by professional counsellors, psychologists and 

psychotherapists, the services offer individual and 

confidential support, workshops and support free-ofcharge, 

to all students. 

WOW 

WOW seminars are specifically designed to support 

student development. Seminars cover a range of topics 

to encourage: self-management, self-awareness, skill 

development, self-care, healthy choices for physical and 

psychological wellbeing and healthy relationships. 

WOW Seminars are live on http://connect.massey.ac.nz/ 

wow or students can attend in person. For a timetable go 

to http://pncounselling.massey.ac.nz. 


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LIBRARY SERVICES 

Our libraries contain over a million books, and that’s not 

counting the thousands of print and electronic journals. All 

students, including those studying via distance learning, 

have access to books and journals from all campuses, 

whether you visit in person or via the library’s website 

library.massey.ac.nz. Subject guides on the website are 

a great way to discover the range of print and electronic 

resources available. 

MĀORI STUDENTS 

Ko te kaupapa mā tātou katoa ko te whai i te mātauranga 

hei taonga whakapakari i te tinana me te hinengaro. Kia ūia 

atu koe, me ngā wawata kei roto i a koe. 

Massey has over 3,000 Māori students studying on campus 

or extramurally. There are a wide range of services 

available to Māori students including: 

Māori Advisers call 0800 MASSEY 

Student groups 

Scholarships, grants and awards 

Marae (Manawatū and Wellington) 

Pōwhiri on each campus for new students 

A Māori Student Counsellor (Albany and Manawatū) 

Māori Student Associations (Albany and Manawatū) 

PACIFIC STUDENTS 

Kia orana, Ni sa bula, Taloha ni, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Malo e 

lelei, Halo olaketa, Kam na mauri, Ia orana, Kia ora, Talofa 

lava and warm Pacific greetings to you all. There are a 

range of resources available to Pasifika students including: 

Fale Pasifika Centre for Pacific students 

Pacific Students’ Learning Consultant 

Students’ Association Pacific Island Advisers 


SPORT AND RECREATION SERVICES 

Recreation centres at all our campuses provide students 

with a wide variety of recreation, fitness, and arts and 

crafts programmes. 

recreation.massey.ac.nz 

STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATIONS 

There are four main students’ associations at Massey, one 

for each campus: 

ASA – Albany Students’ Association, 

MUSA – Massey University Students’ Association at 

Manawatū campus, 

MAWSA – Massey Wellington Students’ Association 

and 

EXMSS for Distance (Extramural) students. 

Our students’ associations aim to make student life 

as exciting and vibrant as possible. They also work to 

ensure that student academic and welfare concerns are 

recognised and dealt with properly. See their individual 

websites for details.

WELCOME PROGRAMMES 

NGĀ HŌTAKA MANAAKI 

Each campus offers welcome programmes to new 

students and their families. 

These programmes are designed to help students with 

their transition to university life, and to give families an 

opportunity to see the campus for themselves. 

There are a number of different welcome programmes, 

such as the Let’s Get Going programme (a course for new 

students at the Manawatu Campus) and the Parents’ 

Programme (an introduction for parents and families). 

Students and their caregivers find the programmes useful. 

They can meet new people, share information with others 

and ask questions of Massey staff. 

For more information on welcome programmes, please 

contact Accommodation Services in your area or go to 

accommodation.massey.ac.nz and check out 'starting 

university -> orientation'. These programmes are very 

highly recommended as a way to settle into university and 

make new friends. 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

We are serious about the security of our students. All 

students at Massey University accommodation have 

rooms that can be locked, and most have a range of other 

security measures such as on-site security staff, alarms 

and electronic gates. 

We also have accommodation suitable for students with 

disabilities at most campuses. Please contact your local 

Accommodation Services for more information. 

International students must be 18-years or older if they 

wish to live in a Massey Hall of Residence. Massey 

University believes that a homestay is the most 

appropriate accommodation for international 

students under the age of 18-years. 


OPEN DAYS 

We have Open Days at each campus as well as the 

welcome programmes for students and their friends and 

families. These events give students a real understanding 

of how the University works and what each campus has to 

offer, so it’s a good idea to make the most of it. You’ll find 

details of events by calling 0800 MASSEY or check out 

engine.ac.nz 

OPEN DAYS 

ALBANY SATURDAY 12 MAY 

MANAWATŪ WEDNESDAY 1 AUGUST 

WELLINGTON FRIDAY 31 AUGUST 


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BUDGETING 

TE TIAKI PŪTEA 

Cost is an important factor for most people considering 

tertiary study. 

There are a number of sources of funding to help you with 

your tertiary education. There are a range of scholarships 

(check out massey.ac.nz/massey/admission/scholarshipsbursaries-awards) 

and other options such as student 

allowances and student loans. 

This section will give you an idea of the costs involved, 

options for funding your tertiary education and who to 

contact for more information. 

TUITION FEES 

Fees for each programme of study vary, however the tables 

on this page provide a general idea of the costs for firstyear 

tuition. For further information, call 0800 MASSEY or 

use the online fees calculator to estimate your fees, check 

out fees.massey.ac.nz 

SOURCES OF FUNDING 

There are a number of different ways to fund your studies. 

Here are examples: 

Holiday employment 

Scholarships 

Part-time or casual employment during the semester 

Student allowances 

Student loans 

Bursaries 

Grants from prospective employers 

Financial support from your family 

Savings 

Loans and overdraft from your bank 

APPROXIMATE COST OF FIRST-YEAR TUITION 

(Based on 2012 figures for domestic students studying eight papers) 

BEd (Teaching) $4,469.00 

BA, BSW $4,846.00 

BBS, BAcc, BApplEcon $4,846.00 

BDes, BFA, BSc $5,503.00 

BN, BRP, BSpchLangTher $5,726.00 

BSc $5,503.00 

BE (Hons) $5,984.00 

BVSc – Year 1 $7,756.00 

NOTE: This information is based on tuition fees for domestic students. 

This information is for estimation purposes only. Actual fees payable will be finalised on 

confirmation of enrolment. 


STUDENT ALLOWANCES 

Some full-time students may be eligible for a Student 

Allowance to help meet their living expenses. If you 

are aged between 18 and 23, the amount of the Student 

Allowance you may receive depends on the combined 

income of your parents. There are some special 

allowances for students who do not meet these criteria. 

You can find out more and apply online for Student 

Allowances on the Studylink website www.studylink.govt. 

nz 

STUDENT LOANS 

Most domestic full-time students may qualify for a Student 

Loan to help pay for compulsory fees, books, materials and, 

in some cases, living costs. Some part-time students may 

qualify for a Student Loan to pay for compulsory fees. You 

can find out more and apply online for student loans on the 

Studylink website www.studylink.govt.nz 

EXAMPLE OF A FIRST-YEAR INTERNAL STUDENT’S 

BUDGET AT MANAWATŪ CAMPUS 

(Based on 2012 figures for domestic students) 

Tuition fees (estimate) $4,846.00 

Non-tuition fees (includes health, 

counselling and learning support) 

$679.00 

Textbooks, course notes and materials 

Accommodation and dinner $223 per 

$1,000.00 

week for 35 weeks (indicative cost) 

(based on the Manawatū Campus halls; 

includes dinner) 

$7,805.00 

General Costs other meals and food 

($65 per week for 35 weeks) 

Transport, clothing, recreation/sport, 

social, personal expenses, medical/ 

dental, insurance 

($65 per week for 35 weeks) 

$2,275.00 

$2,275.00 

TOTAL $18,880.00 

NOTE: This information is for estimation purposes only. Fees will be finalised on 

confirmation of enrolment. Staff who are able to give budget advice are available on each 

campus.

APPLYING FOR ACCOMMODATION 

TE TONO MO TE WĀHI NOHO 

You can apply for accommodation 

online at: 

accommodation.massey.ac.nz. 

You must complete the application forms to 

be considered for campus accommodation. 


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APPLYING FOR 

ACCOMMODATION 

TE TONO MO TE WĀHI NOHO 

There are three forms: 

Accommodation Application Form 

(apply online accommodation.massey.ac.nz) 

Confidential Reference Form 

(required for New Zealand students). 

Homestay Accommodation Booking Form 

(printed form available on request) 

Contact Accommodation Services at your campus to find 

out more about your accommodation options. Give yourself 

plenty of time to fill in the forms. 

Applications for homestay can be sent in at any time. 

However Accommodation and Welfare staff require 

a minimum of two weeks to find suitable homestay 

accommodation. To find out more about homestay 

accommodation, contact Professional and Continuing 

Education (PaCE) - contact details are on page 44. 

DOMESTIC STUDENTS 

NEW ZEALAND AND AUSTRALIAN CITIZENS (AND THOSE 

WITH NEW ZEALAND OR AUSTRALIAN RESIDENCY) 

In order to be considered in the first round of offers, your 

application and completed reference form should be 

received and approved by Massey University no later than 

1 October 2012 for the 2013 year. Late applications will be 

accepted after this date providing there are still places 

available. Please note, you may not receive your first 

accommodation choice, and if the application is received 

late you may have off campus accommodation options only. 

Your school provides a confidential reference that will 

be considered with your application, so it’s important to 

make sure you give your reference form to your Principal, 

Dean or Careers Advisor with plenty of time to spare. (The 

reference form is found online accommodation.massey. 

ac.nz) 

Referee requirements are a bit different if it’s been a 

while since you have left school or if you have been 

living overseas. It’s a good idea to get in touch with 

Accommodation Services to talk about appropriate 

referees. 


You must apply if you would like accommodation on 

campus. 

The university’s undertaking to assist with accommodation 

is stated in the Confirmation of Place letter. International 

students are guaranteed accommodation upon arrival in 

New Zealand provided that the University has received a 

complete application. 


When submitting your accommodation application, you will 

be contacted and advised of the result of your application. 

Please make sure you follow the procedures explained by 

Accommodation Services once they contact you. 

Please note the accommodation allocation process 

commences after 1 October each year, hence completed 

applications received by this date will have the best 

chance of securing their preferred choice. Applications 

received from students later than this date may not receive 

their first accommodation choice, and late applications 

may have off campus accommodation options only. 

Should your application be declined, you’ll need to start 

looking at other options. Refer to "Other Accommodation 

Options" on page 33 of this guide for further information. 

If you accept Massey’s offer of accommodation, you 

must pay the deposit immediately to secure your 

booking. It is important to note that an accommodation 

application is considered complete only once you sign the 

accommodation agreement and pay the requested fees. 

International students under the age of 18 years must stay 

in homestay accommodation whilst they are studying in 

New Zealand. Refer to "Other Accommodation Options" on 

page 33 of this guide for further information. 

The Massey Dining Hall offers a good variety of food and 

can cater to most dietary requirements. The catered option 

offers convenience as well as a great opportunity to further 

enhance your New Zealand cultural experience. Please 

make sure you select carefully (catered or self catered), as 

this may be difficult to change once you have committed to 

a contract. 

RETURNING DOMESTIC AND 


Accommodation for returning students is not guaranteed 

as priority is given to first year students. Places are 

limited so selection will be based on room availability and 

contribution to the community. You will need to complete 

an accommodation application, preferably received by 

1 October. Your application will be wait-listed and finalised 

by 31 January.

QUALIFYING AS AN INTERNATIONAL 

STUDENT 

Students who do not hold New Zealand citizenship or 

permanent residency status are classified as international 

students. To gain entry into Massey University, international 

students need to complete an International Admission 

Application, which is available from the International 

Office, or from the website at international.massey.ac.nz 

University accommodation is managed and regularly 

assessed by Massey University. 

CRITERIA FOR SELECTION 

The criteria for selection are based on: 

Likelihood of academic success 

Likely contribution to the university community 

DEPOSITS 

All students applying for accommodation need to send in 

a deposit to secure their place. Accommodation Services 

on the different campuses may have slightly different 

processes. For more information on deposit amounts and 

dates please contact Accommodation Services for your 

campus. 

For homestay at all campuses, students must pay $615 (a 

$400 refundable bond and a $215 non-refundable homestay 

administration fee). 

CANCELLATIONS 

In the case of cancellations, students need to advise the 

relevant Accommodation Services in writing by 31 January 

2013. After this date, Accommodation Services or the agent 

is under no obligation to return your deposit. 

HOW TO FIND OUT MORE 

If you need more information about Massey’s campuses or 

the accommodation options at each one, give us a call on 

0800 MASSEY or visit our website at www.massey.ac.nz 

PUBLICATIONS 

If you want to find out more about what programmes you 

can study at Massey, pick up a prospectus, or go online to 

engine.ac.nz. 

KEY DATES 

1 OCTOBER 

a) Domestic Students: 

Accommodation applications received by 1 October 2012 

from New Zealand and Australian students will have the 

best chance of securing their preferred accommodation 

choice. Applications received beyond this date may not 

receive their preferred accommodation choice, and very 

late applications may have off campus options only. 

b) International Students: 

Accommodation is guaranteed for all international students 

regardless of application date however later applications 

may receive limited options or be off Campus. Refer to page 

42 for more details on “Applying for Accommodation 

– International Students”call us on 0800 MASSEY or TXT 

5222. 


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CONTACT US 

WHAKAPĀ MAI 

If you’re a student currently living in New Zealand or an 

international student, you can get accommodation advice 

from Massey’s accommodation advisers and international 

student support offices. 

ALBANY 


Kelly Manning 

Massey University, 

Private Bag 102 904, 

North Shore Mail Centre, 

Auckland 0745 

Phone: +64 9 414 0838 extn 9438 

Fax: +64 9 414 0837 

Email: accommodation.albany@massey.ac.nz 

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT OFFICE 

Vivien Cheah 

International Student Support Office, 




Auckland 0745, 

New Zealand 

Phone: +64 9 414 0800 extn 9221 

Email: v.cheah@massey.ac.nz 

PROFESSIONAL AND CONTINUING EDUCATION (PaCE) 

HOMESTAY ACCOMMODATION 

Jackie Brokenshire 



Auckland 0745, 

New Zealand 

Phone: +64 9 414 0800 extn 9844 or 9800 

Mobile: +64 21 423 066 

Fax: +64 9 443 9718 

Email: homestayakld@massey.ac.nz 

MANAWATŪ 


Jason Auva'a 


Private Bag 11 222 (PN522), 

Palmerston North 4442 

Phone: +64 6 356 9099 extn 81688 

Fax: +64 6 350 5751 

Email: accommodation.manawatu@massey.ac.nz 



Natalia Benquet 




Palmerston North 4442, 

New Zealand 

Phone: +64 6 350 4824 

Email: pniss@massey.ac.nz 



Nicki Carpenter 


Palmerston North 4442, 

New Zealand 

Phone: +64 6 356 9099 extn 8481 

Mobile: +64 27 238 1799 

Fax: +64 6 351 3381 

Email: homestaypn@massey.ac.nz 

WELLINGTON 



PO Box 756, 

Wellington 6140 

Phone: +64 4 801 5799 extn 62046 

Fax: +64 4 801 2688 

Email: accommodation.wellington@massey.ac.nz 


Cherie Wu 


Massey University, PO Box 756, 

Wellington 6140, New Zealand 

Phone: +64 4 801 5799 extn 6976 

Email: c.j.wu@massey.ac.nz 



Barbara Ferguson 

PO Box 756, 

Wellington 6140, 

New Zealand 

Phone: +64 4 801 5799 extn 6821 

Mobile: +64 27 289 7355 

Fax: +64 4 802 0265 

Email: homestaywgtn@massey.ac.nz

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