news + stories
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profileSmart choice of carpentry pays off for Sosaia
Sosaia Kaloni was drawn to construction to give his family better financial support. Now, at 24 years old, Sosaia has a great job with a leading company...
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featureTikanga and strong relationships are the foundation for Māori and Pasifika success at NZMA
NZMA is unlocking new futures for Māori and Pasifika by doing things differently. The team at NZMA has put tikanga Māori at the foundation of...
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newsShifting the Dial – together
Shifting the Dial is a new paper that reveals the far-reaching benefits of improved learning and training pathways for Māori and Pasifika. Billions of...
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women in tradesWomen are working it in the trades
Wāhine Māori and Pasifika are breaking down stereotypes and building futures. At NZMA, Dalice, Shalei, Mereana and Ngatamaine are women who are...
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work readinessHow to show you have a great attitude
If there’s one thing your boss wants you to bring to work from day one, it’s a great attitude. Your 'A' game! But how do you get one? For many of our...
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success storyMaking his experience count
Vosa Pitasini started out water blasting, but ended up learning about refrigeration and air conditioning on the job. Before long, he’d built up valuable...
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success storyFatherhood drives mechanic’s transformation
Kalib Lewis grew up working on cars, and his hands-on skills helped him quickly land an automotive apprenticeship. But he put the theory side of his...
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work readinessKeep your tools safe
As a tradie, your tools are your most valuable possession – but they’re also a top target for thieves. Tool theft is on the rise in New Zealand, as a...
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women in tradesFemale builder brings something new to the team
West Aucklander Brenna Bishop grew up helping her dad with building projects, but having never known a female builder, she wasn’t sure she could make it...
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work readinessFrom work experience to apprenticeship
A summer’s work experience in a busy bus workshop has been the key to a brighter future for good mates Kamosi Finau and Puna Taruia. Find out how these...
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success storyLight at the end of the tunnel
Coming to New Zealand for rugby, George Patterson found his passion in something he never expected. Since receiving his MPTT scholarship, he’s become a...
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success storyNo trades experience? Here’s how to start
You can start learning about your trade in a classroom – but it’s hands-on experience that really builds your skills. Find out the best way to get...
