Niche Modular Solutions

This March, Ōtāne School welcomed a new era of learning as Niche successfully delivered modular classrooms and an administration block. Arriving on March 4 and 6, the buildings instantly became the center of attention, captivating not just the students but also the wider community. Principal Tracey Turfrey expressed her joy to Michaela Gower in her Hawke's Bay Today Article, remarking that after long anticipation, the school has warm, dry, and functional learning spaces after the devastation of Cyclone Gabrielle. The delivery, funded by the Ministry of Education, marked a critical step forward in replacing the outdated, deteriorated classrooms that previously plagued the school.

Looking Ahead

The Central Hawke's Bay District Council's noted on their website these building present a fresh start for Ōtāne School, with students expected to settle into their modern classrooms during Term 2. The final stages of this project, including landscaping, site clean-up, and removing temporary facilities, are scheduled to wrap up by August 2025. As Niche continues to deliver modular solutions across New Zealand, we remain committed to creating innovative and sustainable learning environments.