Disruptive work

Disruptive work is any work that will negatively affect the way the University operates. Find out when it's best to undertake disruptive work.

Planning disruptive work

Before you begin any long-term or large-scale disruptive work you’ll need to coordinate with your University liaison and Campus Security.

The work must be planned for quieter periods when there are fewer students on campus to minimise the impact on the University community.

Busy and quiet periods

DatesDescriptionBusy or quiet
28 February–3 JuneTrimester 1Very busy period.
11–24 AprilMid-trimester breakQuiet period.
18–19 AprilEasterQuiet period.
25 AprilAnzac Day and University holidayQuiet period.
6 JuneQueen's birthdayQuiet period.
10–25 JuneExam periodNo disruptive work near exams. Libraries and study areas are very busy.
24 June Matariki FridayQuiet period
27 June–10 JulyMid-year breakQuiet period.
11 July–14 OctoberTrimester 2Very busy period.
22 August–4 SeptemberMid-trimester breakQuiet period.
24 OctoberLabour DayQuiet period.
19–25 OctoberAssessment period 
21 October–12 NovemberExam periodNo disruptive work near exams. Libraries and study areas are very busy.
14 NovemberTrimester 3 startsLess busy period.
23 December–9 January 2023Summer breakQuiet period.