Our People

Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, ēngari he toa takitini    

“Success is not the work of one, but the work of many” 

Miah Somerton

2025 Intern

Campion College
Physiotherapy

Ngati Oneone, Te Aitawa

Studying physiotherapy at AUT has been an exciting journey, and my internship with Mātai has truly elevated that experience. It’s given me the chance to apply my knowledge in a real-world setting while opening the door to research, a path I hadn’t considered before. This opportunity has shaped my study plans, helped me gain new connections and sparked a new passion that I’m eager to pursue. For any student in Tairāwhiti, this internship is an incredible chance to gain hands-on experience and contribute to work that makes a real difference in our community.