Scholarships
Kate Moetaua Foundation Scholarship
Kate Moetaua was a much loved teacher at Wakatipu High School, who loved drama, sports, her students and her family, and sadly passed away in 2018.
Kate dedicated her life to teaching and influenced the lives of so many young people, opening their eyes to the world of performance and helping them to gain confidence on and off the stage. Sadly Kate passed away from cancer at the age of 45 in 2018 leaving her husband Teaukura (T) and three daughters Anika, Aya and Malia.
One of Kate's final wishes was that a foundation was set up to support talented people in the sporting and arts arena to encourage them to follow their dreams.
The Kate Moetaua Foundation offers annual scholarship of up to $1000 for year 9-13 students to support them to follow their dreams in sports, arts, education and leadership.
Applications are invited from Whakatipu youth in years 9-13, wanting support to fulfill their dreams, where there is some financial limitations for the family.
Applications are now closed until August 2026
Lane Neave Community Youth Scholarship
The Lane Neave Community Scholarship recognises and rewards Wakatipu High School students currently enrolled in Year 13 who have demonstrated involvement and participation in their extended community. Winners of the scholarship will have shown a willingness to support their community by giving their time, fundraising, volunteering and/or supporting the goals of local community groups. The scholarship committee is looking for some community superstars, in particular where these organisations are external to school led volunteering.
One scholarship to the value of $2,500 will be awarded to students currently enrolled in Year 13 at Wakatipu High School to support the successful applicants in the next step of their educational development upon leaving high school, e.g. costs associated with further study, such as fees, accommodation and travel costs.
Eligibility Criteria
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Year 13 at Wakatipu High School at the time of application
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Strong history of self led community involvement
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Lived in the Wakatipu Basin for a minimum of two years immediately prior to application
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Intending further study in 2026.
Applications are now open closed until August 2026
Dipton School Brightstart Scholarship
The Dipton School Brightstart Scholarship has been set up by a former pupil of Dipton School to encourage children at Dipton School to dream big from an early age.
It aims to encourage students to set and achieve aspirational goals and assist students to help them succeed in their academic, sporting, cultural or community pursuits.
Award Amount: Up to $1000
Number of Awards each year: 2
Timeline and application process: Annually in Term 2
Eligibility Criteria
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Have been students at Dipton School for a minimum of two years
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Be at least 10 years old
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Be a NZ Citizen or Permanent Resident
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Be currently attending the school and intent to stay for the rest of the school year
Students must show they are able to set goals, and are motivated to achieve them, have good values, can explain how this award will help them achieve their goals, and are willing to help and support others by sharing their story.
Applications are open from 20 April to 15 May 2026