English: Kiwi Idioms, Slang and Expressions
Yeah. Nah. Sweet! Eh. It's raining cats and dogs. She'll be right! Join Cathie for a fun weekend course (over two days) to understand idiomatic Kiwi English. Suitable for Intermediate level English learners and higher.
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Sat 27 Sep
- TEC-subsidised course fee for qualifying learners $25.00 incl. GST
- $140.00 incl. GST
Sessions
Session 1
Sat 27 Sep 09:30 - Sat 27 Sep 15:30At Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 2
Sun 28 Sep 09:30 - Sun 28 Sep 15:30At Selwyn College, Auckland.Please note there is NO refund or transfer if you cancel less than 5 working days in advance of a class starting. Our refund policy can be read in full here.
Description
2025 Course dates
- Saturday & Sunday - 27 - 28 September
Further classes will be scheduled when there is demand. If you wish to attend this course in the future, please notify the office of your interest.
About the course
A fast way to understand Kiwi culture! These skills create a perception of confidence. Learn what expressions fit in everyday situations. Informal language is the foundation of effective networks and communication. It helps us to connect easily with colleagues, clients, customers and the community. This workshop will make you smile and give you the answers to what you’ve heard and not understood – and you will learn so much more.
This two-day intensive course is for those with English as a second language. We welcome Intermediate to Advanced speakers of English to this workshop. Yeah. Nah. Eh. Marmite and jandals. She'll be right! Join Cathie for a fun session to understand idiomatic Kiwi English. General English slang and expressions will also be included e.g. 'it’s raining cats and dogs'.
Maximum class size 12 students.
Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) fee subsidy
This course offers a course fee subsidy through funding from the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) for:
- NZ citizens;
- Permanent migrants (those with Permanent Resident or Resident Visas);
- Individuals granted refugee status;
- In some cases spouses of NZ citizens and permanent migrants may also qualify - please contact the office to enquire.
Conditions:
- Registrants must be aged 16 years or older.
- Registrants must not be currently enrolled at a secondary school.
- You should attend at least 80% of your classes to qualify for a fee subsidy.
- We need to collect extra information such as age, ethnicity, educational achievement and gender for statistical purposes.
- You must provide evidence of NZ citizenship, residency or refugee status if requested.
If you are unable to meet these conditions, please contact the office to discuss your situation. The subsidised course fee is $25.
Testimonials
The course have been a beauty. A lot of new idioms and Kiwi slang with visual and verbal expression and lovely friendly atmosphere. Cathie is a real treasure in Kiwi speak. In my 8 years experience with English teachers in NZ Cathie is the best. Thank you very much! Svetla, Bulgaria.
I had a great time from your class…if you want me to score…the class from 1 to 10, I will put it on 10. Thanks for your teaching and time with us. Regards Vivian, China.
I enjoyed learning from you. I am learning keen as kiwi slang. Thank you. Young Un, Korea.
I am glad I have taken the 2 days course. The course is sweet as, good as gold, beauty, and definitely, choice! Best regards Yu, China.
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