Tararua College Technology (Hangarau)

Innovation & Excellence in Design, Food, and Materials

Technology Staff

Mr. Rhys Harold - HoD Technology, Digital Technology
Mrs. Rachel Ireland - Gateway, Food Technology
Mr. Mark Heal - Materials Technology; Building, Construction and Allied Trades
Mrs. Sally Heal -Food Technology and Hospitality
Mr. Ritesh Prasad - Materials Technology, Design Engineering Technology, Machine and Motor Vehicle Maintenance

Year 9 Technology

Students rotate through core introductory units:

Digital Technology: Keyboard familiarity, typing skills, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Desktop Publishing).
Food Technology: Hygiene, safety procedures, and Baking Skills unit (sweet and savoury methods).
Hard Materials Technology (Metal and Wood focus).

Year 10 Technology

Year 10 offers deeper engagement in specialized fields:

Hard Materials Technology (Metal and Wood focus).
Food Technology.
Digital Technologies (Scratch, Minecraft coding, and Visual Basic Software).

Senior Subject Choices & Pathways

Students can specialize in the following senior pathways:

Design Engineering Technology
Building, Construction and Allied Trades
Food Technology

Level 1 2027 Year Planner

Level 2 2027 Year Planner

Level 3 2027 Year Planner

Supporters and Sponsors

Parents, please support our local businesses

OfficeMax

Tararua Community Services

Josh Roberts Building

TracFix Limited

Rossco's Start Up Services

Bisset Honda

Six Rivers Automotive & Mechanical

Tammy & Jo - Tall Poppy Real Estate

Bush Electrical

Eiderdowns By Anita

The Design School

Tararua District Council

Chetwins Contracting

Brass Broughton Davey Ltd

24/7 Fitness - Pahiatua

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