Victoria U of Wellington set for a name change

The Council of Victoria University of Wellington has voted for new names, the University of Wellington, and Te Herenga Waka as its new Maori name. The change defies community protests demanding the university’s name remain as is. The final decision will be made by Education Minister Chris Hipkins.

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