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NZ Facing long-term engineering skills shortage
03/04/25
NZ Facing long-term engineering skills shortage
New Zealand is facing a shortfall of about 2,300 new engineers each year – and the problem is getting worse. Waihanga Ara Rau, the Workforce...
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Future skills spotlight: A career in infrastructure
01/04/25
Future skills spotlight: A career in infrastructure
Major investments in infrastructure are creating exciting career opportunities in Aotearoa. The government’s 2024 announcement of a 30-year National Infrastructure Plan includes over $120 billion...
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Good assessment practice – the importance of comments
26/03/25
Good assessment practice – the importance of comments
Do your Assessors ask: What is the point of writing Assessor comments, when ākonga are provided verbal feedback and the assessments are filed away? Are...
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New insights on Workforce, Industry, and Training
26/03/25
New insights on Workforce, Industry, and Training
The latest updates to the Workforce Insights Platform (WIP.org.nz) are now live, bringing fresh data and enhanced analysis to help you better understand workforce trends,...
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Skill Standards Good Practice Guides now available
24/03/25
Skill Standards Good Practice Guides now available
The introduction of skill standards as the building blocks of qualifications allows us to reset how the vocational education system delivers the skills industry needs....
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Laisa lays it on the line
24/03/25
Laisa lays it on the line
We spoke to Laisa Pickering at the Line Mechanic Competition. This competition was part of the Annual Connection 2024 event in Te Awamutu. Laisa is...
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New Building Pathways initiative to strengthen industry training
11/03/25
New Building Pathways initiative to strengthen industry training
Waihanga Ara Rau is making changes to improve how building qualifications work for learners and employers. The Building Pathways Project proposes the introduction of micro-credentials...
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Backflow device testing micro-credential
06/03/25
Backflow device testing micro-credential
We’re excited to announce that we have begun the development of a micro-credential for backflow device testing. Why is this important? Drinking water protection with...
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Our plans for the next six months
19/02/25
Our plans for the next six months
We’re committed to supporting our sectors and ensuring that industry voices continue to shape the future. We’re rolling out Workforce Development Plans for different sectors,...
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Strengthening Short Course Training
18/02/25
Strengthening Short Course Training
Progress Update Addressing training gaps in high-risk work Short courses play a vital role in ensuring workers in high-risk environments—such as cranes, scaffolding, working at...
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Infrastructure Site Supervision qualification reviewed to address industry recommendations
14/02/25
Infrastructure Site Supervision qualification reviewed to address industry recommendations
Meeting industry needs The demand for skilled site supervisors is growing as New Zealand continues to invest in infrastructure projects. Through nationwide consultation, we engaged...
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Supporting industry through change
13/02/25
Supporting industry through change
As New Zealand’s vocational education system transitions, Waihanga Ara Rau remains committed to supporting the construction and infrastructure industry, our key stakeholders, and our people....
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