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Kia ora koutou,

Welcome to Week 16! With classes now finished, and our Tuesday chapel and community lunches wrapped up for the year, the focus turns to final assessments. As you work towards the Friday 6 November deadline, remember to pace yourself, make use of Student Support if you need a hand, and reach out to Neroli as soon as possible if you’re concerned you won’t meet the deadline. Please don’t leave it until the last minute, as late requests for extensions may not be accepted. Keep going, encourage one another, and take care of yourselves along the way. Thank you for being part of the Carey community and for making it such a great year. We’re cheering you on as you bring your studies to a close!

Student Support Is Still Here for You

With classes finished and final assessments underway, remember that support is still available. Jarrahmel, Denise, and Neroli can help with assessment planning, workload concerns, or simply offer some encouragement as you work towards the finish line. Amanda is also available to help with library research and finding the resources you need.

A reminder that if you require an extension, this needs to be approved by Neroli so make sure you contact her directly.

If you have questions or would benefit from a conversation, please get in touch with Student Support. You don’t have to navigate the final weeks alone — we’re here to help you finish the year well!

A Day with Ellen Davis

Friday 12 February 2027 | Carey Baptist College

We’re delighted to welcome renowned Old Testament scholar Ellen Davis back to Carey for a special day of theological conversation and learning. Ellen will explore creation care, theology and the arts, and how and why to read the Old Testament, followed by invited responses and extensive time for discussion and Q&A.

Save the date — more information and registration details coming soon.

Revisit Your Favourite Karakia Message

Our weekly Karakia gatherings have been a special part of the year, giving us opportunities to worship, learn, and connect as a community. With our final Karakia for 2026 now behind us, we’re grateful for the time we’ve shared together.

Although we won’t be gathering for Karakia again this year, you can still revisit your favourite messages or catch up on a session you missed by listening to the recordings on our podcast. Why not take a moment to reflect on a message that encouraged or challenged you as you finish the semester?

Listen to past messages from Karakia on the CareyOPEN podcast

The Library

The Ayson-Clifford Library is at the heart of student life at Carey, providing the resources, guidance, and support you need to succeed in your studies. Whether you're studying on campus or online, Siong Ng, our Library Manager and Student Support Director, is here to help with finding resources, referencing, research, assessment skills, and general study support.

If you need assistance, you're always welcome to drop into the library, give Siong a call on 09 526 0347, or send an email. No question is too small—we're here to help you make the most of your time at Carey.

Library Hours

Monday to Thursday: 8.30am to 5pm
Friday: 9am to 5pm
Saturday: 10am to 12.30pm

If you need access to the library after hours and on Saturdays, email the library.

Stay updated

Please make sure you are regularly logging into your Carey Student email. All key comms from your classes and from Neroli will be sent here, so we recommend checking these at least once a week!