Monday 27 Jul 2026
5.30pm - 6.30pm
The University of Waikato, Tauranga. Level 2, Lecture Theatre
University of Waikato - Tauranga Campus
Free
Mindful Monday
Tauranga Public Lecture by Dr Royce Dodd
- Monday 27 Jul 2026
- 5.30pm - 6.30pm
- The University of Waikato, Tauranga. Level 2, Lecture Theatre
- University of Waikato - Tauranga Campus
- events@waikato.ac.nz
- Free
A case study in language ingenuity.
With over 130 indigenous languages spoken across its 83 islands, is Vanuatu the most linguistically diverse nation in the world. Born from contact with European and other Pacific languages, Bislama is now one of Vanuatu's official languages. To celebrate Vanuatu Bislama Language Week, this presentation will explore the history of one of the youngest languages in the world and the ways it is similar and different to the languages that played a part in its development.
The Tauranga Public Lecture Series is a free community event and open to the public to attend. Registration is essential. Please register your attendance and present your eticket at the door.
Parking: Tauranga City Council parking is free after 5pm during the week, including on-street parking or parking at the Spring Street carpark just across the road from the campus