Nayland College

COLLEGE TOUCH AT TAHUNA - 2026 / 2027 SEASON

15 Sep 2026 – 23 Sep 2026

Tuesday College Touch Season 2026/27 at Tahuna is HERE!

When:    Starts Tuesday 13 October (week 1, term 4) and runs through until 1 December (8 weeks)

Playing times are 5:45pm and 6:20pm.

Teams are made up of a minimum of 8 players - Teams need to be in to the Sports Office by Wednesday 23 September

Grades:    Girls Teams - Senior and Junior | Boys Teams - Senior and Junior

Cost:        $25 per player

Additionally, if any students who are interested in refereeing this season, either for the College or Seniors on Thursdays, sign up. It is a fantastic way to keep fit, develop new skills, and get paid. 

Climate Careers with Local Experts

17 Sep 2026 – 25 Sep 2026

Curious about turning your passion for climate action into a career? Join us for an inspiring afternoon of talks, discussion, and networking with local professionals working in science, conservation, law, community development, and climate action. 

Hear from experts making a real difference in Nelson Tasman, learn about emerging career opportunities, and get practical advice on the skills and pathways needed for the future workforce. Stay on afterwards to connect with speakers, employers, and other young people interested in creating positive change. Free to attend. Refreshments provided, plus networking opportunities, mentoring conversations.

Ideal for high school students, school leavers, tertiary students, and young adults aged 16-25 interested in climate, sustainability, and the future of work.

Massey University Course Planning

18 Sep 2026 – 13 Oct 2026

Tui from Massey University will be visiting Nayland College on Tuesday 13 October for course planning. Any students planning to attend Massey University in 2027 are encouraged to attend.

NayCol Game Development Club

21 Sep 2026 – 30 Sep 2026

GAME DEVELOPMENT CLUB - GODOT

Hello everyone! Here is the NEWEST GROUP

STARTING Term 4 – Thursday lunchtime - SIGN UP THIS THURSDAY 24th Sept. Lunchtime in TEC2

WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON:  

TUTORIALS & TIPS – student-led (Thanks to Chase Burgess)

•  Focus: Getting started, implementing player movement using character_body_2d, logic, designing UI layouts, etc..
• Next Steps: 
  1. SIGN UP THURSDAY 24TH September - WEEK 10 (before the holidays)
• START FIRST THURSDAY TERM 4

A REMINDER IT IS A CLUB TO MAKE GAMES – NOT PLAY GAMES!

Contact: [email protected]

Studylink Sign On

21 Oct 2026 – 28 Oct 2026

Naomi from Studylink will be here to help students with their sign on for Studylink/Student Loans and Allowances. She will be located in the Library Seminar Room from lunchtime. Please ensure you have your RealMe login, bank details and IRD number.