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Celebrating 25 years of EcoQuest: Building global partnerships in education
Since 1999, EcoQuest has welcomed 1,260 undergraduate students from 90 U.S. universities to its programmes in Aotearoa New Zealand. At the heart of this success is a long-standing partnership with the University of New Hampshire (UNH), which has helped create opportunities for students to learn about ecology, restoration, sustainability, and environmental policy in a hands-on, community-based setting.
The anniversary event brought together alumni, faculty from UNH, collaborators, and partners from across New Zealand. ENZ representatives were in attendance, highlighting a commitment to supporting partnerships between New Zealand private training establishments (PTEs) and global partners.
EcoQuest international students from New Hampshire and Michigan.
Over two days, attendees heard from speakers, took part in workshops, and reflected on the impact of EcoQuest’s work.
EcoQuest Co-founder and Academic Director Ria Brejaart spoke at the celebration, paying tribute to important global and local partnerships.
“Many people both here in Aotearoa and the US were critical in making EcoQuest a reality and a success.
“EcoQuest’s programmes would not remotely be the same without support from the local community and iwi, Ngāti Paoa and Ngāti Whanaunga and wider networks and contributors throughout New Zealand,” Ria said.
Recently, EcoQuest evolved into the EcoQuest Centre for Indigeneity, Ecology, and Creativity, guided by Te Ahukaramū Charles Royal, Chair of the EcoQuest Board and current Director. The Centre aims to grow as an intercultural learning community, expanding opportunities for both international and domestic learners.
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2026 ENZ in-market experience programme
We are pleased to provide the programme of ENZ-led in-market experiences underway and planned for 2026.
As applications open, information on the application process will be posted on this page. Keep an eye on this page for updates; we will also provide updates in upcoming editions of E-News.
ENZ in-market experiences Subsector Dates Location Status ENZ Indonesia Roadshow Universities 30 Jan – 6 February 2026 Five cities, Indonesia Applications closed ENZ Philippines Roadshow ITP & PTE 18-25 February 2026 Manila, Pampanga & Davao,
PhilippinesApplications closed NZ Vocational Connect ITP & PTE 27 February 2026 New Delhi, India Applications now open ENZ Sri Lanka Roadshow ITP & PTE 5-8 March 2026 Colombo & Kandy, Sri Lanka Applications closed ENZ Agent Seminars All sectors 23-27 March 2026 Shanghai, Guangzhou & Zhengzhou, China Applications now open (close 22 January 2026). More information contained in this edition of E-News ENZ USA Roadshow Universities 2 – 6 March 2026 Hawaii, USA Applications closed ENZ Malaysia Roadshow Universities 17-23 April Three cities, Malaysia Applications closed ENZ South America Roadshow English Language 14 – 27 May 2026 Chile, Brazil, Colombia Applications now open (close 30 January 2026) ENZ Philippines Roadshow PTE, ITP 18-22 June 2026 Cebu and Manila, Philippines Second round: applications open in March New Zealand Agent Seminar All sectors 24-26 August 2026 Ho Chi Minh & Hanoi, Viet Nam Applications to open late January New Zealand Student Agent Seminar All sectors 28 August 2026 – date tbc Bangkok, Thailand Applications to open late January New Zealand Student Fair All sectors 29 August 2026 – date tbc Bangkok, Thailand Applications to open late January New Zealand Student Fair All sectors 5 September 2026 – date tbc Seoul, South Korea Applications to open late January New Zealand Agent Seminar All sectors 4 September 2026 – date tbc Seoul, South Korea Applications to open late January New Zealand Agent Seminars All sectors November 2026 Locations TBC, China Applications to open in 2026 (timing to coincide with applications for CEE) Other targeted subsector in-market experiences will be developed around our flagship student fairs and agent seminars to maximise travel for visiting providers in ENZ's other focus markets, including Japan, and will be delivered before or after the dates listed above. Further details will be shared in early 2026.
Finally, we are changing our events management process in 2026, including how we invite providers to participate. Thank you for your patience while we work through these changes.
If you need more information or would like to provide feedback, please email events@enz.govt.nz.
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Under One Sky — SIEBA HUI 2026 (12–14 May, Te Pae, Christchurch)
Where: Te Pae Convention Centre, Ōtautahi Christchurch
When: 12–14 May 2026
Theme: Under One Sky
Day one kicks off with focused, scheduled meetings, professional development and networking between schools and education agents. Days two and three will immerse you in keynotes, panels, and workshops designed to turn ideas into action.
Whether you’re forming new partnerships, shaping strategy, or sharing best practice, the hui offers a unique opportunity to connect with colleagues, engage with partners, and leave equipped with practical tools for growth.
Spaces are limited — register now to secure your place.
Who can attend
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Schools
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Education agents
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Exhibitors
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Presenters
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Other key stakeholders
Agenda
Day one: SIEBA HUI Agent Forum — scheduled meetings, professional development and evening networking event. (Agents and Schools)
Day two and three: Hui conference programme — sector strategy, insights, collaboration and awards night dinner. (Schools only)
Links
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New Zealand showcased at Expo Exterior and to leading Chilean universities
At Expo Exterior, ENZ Director of Engagement Javiera Visedo joined a governmental panel on the topic ‘Bridges to the Future: Australia, New Zealand and Ireland, allies of Chilean talent’.
Javiera spoke alongside Austrade Director of Education, Scott Bennet; Embassy of Ireland Deputy Head of Mission, Fergal Horgan and Blue Studies International Chief Executive Officer, Andrea Palacios.
The expo provided an excellent platform to connect with students and families eager to explore global opportunities, highlighting New Zealand’s position as a welcoming and inclusive study destination.
From L to R: ENZ Director of Engagement Javiera Visedo, alongside fellow panellists; Austrade Director of Education, Scott Bennet; Embassy of Ireland Deputy Head of Mission, Fergal Horgan; and Blue Studies International Chief Executive Officer, Andrea Palacios.
In addition to Expo Exterior, ENZ participated in international fairs at Universidad de Chile, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, and Universidad San Sebastián in Concepción.
The fairs gave ENZ a valuable chance to talk directly with students, parents, and academics, helping strengthen relationships with potential to develop new partnerships and long-term collaboration between New Zealand and Chile.
Director of Engagement Javiera Visedo said this activity contributes significantly to ENZ’s strategic objectives under the International Education Going for Growth plan, particularly in boosting brand awareness.
“While New Zealand enjoys a strong reputation in Chile, competition in the international education market is intense. By being present at these events, we connect with prospective students and build trust with parents and academic leaders who often influence study decisions,” she said.
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Education New Zealand hosts successful Kia Ora India events in New Delhi and Pune
The Kia Ora India series was designed to spark meaningful conversations about global pathways, future-ready learning, and cross-border collaboration, while also attracting students to New Zealand’s world-class education opportunities.
The series was a mix of events, dialogues, and outreach initiatives that showcased New Zealand’s student-centred approach to education and highlighted the wide range of higher education opportunities available to learners.
A range of universities, private training establishments (PTEs) and institutes of skills and technology featured in the series, including Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand, Massey University, Auckland University of Technology, University of Otago, University of Waikato, Wintec, NMIT, University of Auckland, International College of Auckland, University of Canterbury, Whitcliffe, Up Education, Victoria University of Wellington, NZSEG, Whitireia and Weltec.
Panel session at Kia Ora India Pune featuring Jugnu Roy from Education New Zealand, Zainab Amin from Le Cordon Bleu, Grace Boppanna from University of Waikato and Kshitij Bhatia from Auckland University of Technology.
As part of the series, ENZ hosted three Mini EdTalks panels with visiting providers that explored key themes shaping the education sector: innovation and research, safe and inclusive student experiences, and career outcomes with pathways to success.
Hindu College students showcase a cultural performance at Kia Ora India, Delhi.
Following the successful launch in New Delhi, the Pune edition continued the momentum, featuring the offerings of 15 New Zealand higher-education institutions.
ENZ Director of Engagement, Jugnu Roy, said Kia Ora India reflects ENZ’s commitment to enabling strong education connections between New Zealand and India.
“By creating spaces for meaningful conversations, we are helping students and families explore global pathways and understand how a New Zealand education can prepare them for future success,” Jugnu said.
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Strengthening ties with Chilean education agents
The event brought together a group of Chilean education agents for an opportunity to connect with ENZ Director of Engagement Javiera Visedo and Whitecliffe Regional Manager Lorena Mendes.
The attending agents learned about study options for Chilean students at Whitecliffe and had the chance to ask questions in an open, interactive setting designed to support learning and strengthen relationships.
Agents highlighted an increasing interest in studying in New Zealand amongst students, noting a significant increase in meetings and enquiries.
Whitecliffe College Regional Manager Lorena Mendes presenting to local education agents.
ENZ Director of Engagement Javiera Visedo said strengthening relationships with agents and capability building is key to increasing awareness of New Zealand and its diverse study options.
“Nothing compares to a face-to-face training session, where agents can raise day-to-day questions from students and have them answered on the spot,” she said.
Whitecliffe College Regional Manager, Lorena Mendes, said Chile is a market with enormous potential and a key partner for international student growth in New Zealand.
“Here, we find professionalism, warmth, and a genuine interest in continually offering students the best opportunities for them,” she said.
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ENZ calls for funding proposals for New Zealand-China research partnerships
The New Zealand-China Tripartite Partnership Fund 2026 offers up to NZD 20,000-30,000 for each partnership project. The Fund supports new or existing research partnerships between New Zealand and Chinese universities.
Projects typically involve three universities – two from China and one from New Zealand. Past projects have spanned a range of topics across the arts, humanities, social sciences, sciences and applied sciences.
How to apply
Download the New Zealand-China Tripartite Partnership Fund 2026 Guidance and Call for Proposals and the Proposal Form. Send your completed proposal as a PDF, and any questions, to china@enz.govt.nz.
Funding proposals are due by 5pm on 2 March 2026 (NZT).
About the Tripartite Partnership FundAdministered by ENZ, the Tripartite Partnership Fund aims to deepen institutional relationships and strengthen academic collaboration. While the Fund is not designed to fully resource research activity, it supports the development of partnerships that can create wider education benefits. Proposals that outline how the research collaboration may facilitate future student exchange, joint teaching activity, or other forms of academic mobility are especially encouraged.
Established in 2005, the Tripartite Partnership has enabled enduring academic connections and a growing portfolio of collaborative projects.
Read about the 2025 awardees here: Prime Minister unveils 2025 Tripartite Fund recipients at Fudan University » Education NZ
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ENZ agent seminars return to China in March 2026
These events form a core part of the ENZ China Go-To-Market Plan and support New Zealand providers to strengthen partnerships, grow visibility, and boost student recruitment across a key market.
ENZ will deliver three in-person agent seminars across China:
- Shanghai – 23 March 2026, 2–7 PM
- Guangzhou – 25 March 2026, 1–5 PM
- Zhengzhou – 27 March 2026, 1–5 PM
The seminars bring together providers, agents, students, and parents to showcase New Zealand’s education offering and strengthen recruitment networks.
Please note: This opportunity is for New Zealand education providers only.
ENZ Agent Seminar in Wuhan.
Benefits for participating New Zealand providers
For providers, the seminars offer:
- Direct access to agents and prospective students interested in New Zealand.
- Insights into regional market behaviour.
- A platform to showcase their programmes, tell their story, and build visibility.
These seminars help New Zealand international education providers to:
- Grow inbound student mobility from a key market for New Zealand.
- Strengthen institution-agent relationships.
- Increase visibility for all subsectors, from schools to universities.
- Support market diversification by expanding beyond tier-one cities.
China remains New Zealand’s largest international education market, and each location in the seminar series list presents a unique opportunity for New Zealand providers.
- Shanghai – A mature, premium market with strong demand and high expectations.
- Guangzhou – The largest source province for outbound students, with broad agent diversity.
- Zhengzhou – An emerging market with strong interest in tertiary pathways and high return-on-investment focus from parents.
How to apply
Key registration dates
- Applications close: 5pm NZT, 22 January 2026.
- Outcome notifications by 29 January 2026.
Please avoid booking travel until registrations are confirmed.
New application process
This year ENZ is changing the way we invite applications for ENZ events, and we thank you for your patience while we make these changes.
To apply for the China Agent Seminars 2026:
- Email the ENZ Events Team from your institution email address at events@enz.govt.nz with the subject line: “China Agent Seminars 2026 – Information pack request”
- Eligible New Zealand providers will receive an information pack, which includes:
- Full event details
- Eligibility information
- Instructions on how to submit an application
- A link to the online application form
Applications must be submitted by 5pm NZT, 22 January 2026.
Please note: Requests received between 24 December, and 11 January will be responded to from 12 January onwards. You will still have time to submit your application before the deadline.
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Around the world in five
Canada
The government of Canada has announced a CAN$1.7 billion scheme to attract international research talent, including scholarships for international doctoral students, as well as funding to recruit established and early career researchers.
The United Kingdom
Franchise providers have been told to “clean up or close down” as the UK government moves to bring the fast-growing sector under mandatory regulation and crack down on “rogue operators” exploiting students and public funds.
America
Just 4% of international students recently surveyed said they felt “very or extremely” safe in the US, as shifting visa rules and hostile immigration policies contribute to a climate of fear on American campuses.
India
The number of Indian students pursuing higher studies abroad has declined for the first time in three years, according to data from Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) released to the Indian parliament.
Global
Times Higher Education’s new report, Towards 2035: Projecting the Future of Global Higher Education, predicts that university-level enrolments will continue to grow through 2035 from their present number (264 million globally), but that those enrolments will be shaped and driven by much different forces than in the past.
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Looking ahead to 2026 – What’s happening in our markets
We’ve highlighted ENZ-led in-market experiences that are underway for the first half of the year below, and we are also excited to provide you with provisional dates for in-market experiences that are planned for the second half of 2026, including New Zealand student fairs and agent seminars in Thailand, South Korea, China and Viet Nam (agent seminars only in Viet Nam and China).
Other targeted subsector in-market experiences will be developed around our flagship student fairs and agent seminars to maximise travel for visiting providers. These will be in ENZ's other focus markets in the region, including Japan, and will be delivered before or after the dates listed below. Further details will be shared in early 2026.
In the new year, we will invite providers to apply to participate in our in-market experiences. Please note that, given rising costs, we will likely need to review participation fees. Keep an eye on the ENZ website's events page at www.enz.govt.nz/events, and updates will be included in upcoming editions of E-News.
ENZ in-market experiences Subsector Dates Location Status ENZ Indonesia Roadshow Universities 30 Jan – 6 February 2026 Five cities, Indonesia Applications closed ENZ Philippines Roadshow ITP & PTE 18-25 February 2026 Manila, Pampanga & Davao,
PhilippinesApplications closed NZ Vocational Connect ITP & PTE 27 February 2026 New Delhi, India Applications now open ENZ Sri Lanka Roadshow ITP & PTE 5-8 March 2026 Colombo & Kandy, Sri Lanka Applications closed ENZ Agent Seminars All sectors 23-27 March 2026 Shanghai, Guangzhou & Zhengzhou, China Applications now open (close 22 January 2026). More information contained in this edition of E-News ENZ USA Roadshow Universities 2 – 6 March 2026 Hawaii, USA Applications closed ENZ Malaysia Roadshow Universities 17-23 April Three cities, Malaysia Applications closed ENZ South America Roadshow English Language 14 – 27 May 2026 Chile, Brazil, Colombia Applications now open (close 30 January 2026) ENZ Philippines Roadshow PTE, ITP 18-22 June 2026 Cebu and Manila, Philippines Second round: applications open in March New Zealand Agent Seminar All sectors 24-26 August 2026 Ho Chi Minh & Hanoi, Viet Nam Applications to open late January New Zealand Student Agent Seminar All sectors 28 August 2026 – date tbc Bangkok, Thailand Applications to open late January New Zealand Student Fair All sectors 29 August 2026 – date tbc Bangkok, Thailand Applications to open late January New Zealand Student Fair All sectors 5 September 2026 – date tbc Seoul, South Korea Applications to open late January New Zealand Agent Seminar All sectors 4 September 2026 – date tbc Seoul, South Korea Applications to open late January New Zealand Agent Seminars All sectors November 2026 Locations TBC, China Applications to open in 2026 (timing to coincide with applications for CEE)
ENZ is also supporting New Zealand international education providers at third party events during 2026. These include:- APAIE 2026 in Hong Kong, 23-27 February
- The Forum of Education Abroad in Nashville, Tennessee, USA 11-13 March
- NAFSA 2026 in Orlando, USA, 26-29 May
- National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) in Minneapolis, USA 8-10 October 2026
- China Education Exhibition (CEE) in Beijing, China 30-31 October
Applications are currently open for The Forum of Education Abroad, with applications for NACAC and CEE to open later in the year.
Finally, we are changing our events management process in 2026, including how we invite providers to participate in ENZ in-market experiences. Thank you for your patience while we make these changes.
If you need more information or would like to provide feedback, please email events@enz.govt.nz.
