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Getting The Tools For An Independent Career
Less than a year into their careers, apprentices Joshua Gorman and Hayden Fladgate are already making their mark, winning a $1,000 BCITO Tools Grant.
Trading Bricks For Boards A Leap Worth Making
We often hear about people switching into construction from other industries, but what about those who decide one trade isn’t enough? After nearly two decades as a bricklayer, Wanaka tradie Brenton Bartlett decided it was time for a change.
The Coach Who’s Always Learning Alongside His Teams
Marton resident Paul Hiscotte is the definition of a lifelong learner. With a degree, three diplomas and 12 trade certificates under his belt (16 qualifications in total), he’s passionate about education as a way to get ahead – and even more, as a way to
Charting New Paths: Pam’s Outward Bound Journey
43-year old BCITO apprentice Pam Müller’s story is one of self-discovery, resilience, and not being afraid to seize new opportunities. After spending years in hospitality as a chef and working behind a desk, Pam found herself craving a change, something m
From Tracks To Trades: Jackson Bell’s Flooring Success In New Zealand
Four years ago, Jackson Bell had a career building mountain bike tracks in Canada, and his career in New Zealand has taken him to even greater heights.
Adjusting to the Kiwi workplace
A new BCITO English Language programme is making life on the construction site a whole lot clearer for Auckland apprentice Wei Han.
Persistence Pays Off: Daena Stephenson Builds Her Own Path To A Carpentry Career
It was Daena Stephenson’s childhood dream to become a building apprentice, and her unwavering determination has finally made it a reality.
Introducing Our New Mental Health Champion
BCITO is proud to welcome Tai Tupou to our team as our new Mental Health Advisor.
From Paralympian To Painter
Transitioning from a successful career in sports to the trades, BCITO apprentice Nikita Howarth has shown remarkable resilience and determination. Growing up in Cambridge, Nikita was New Zealand’s youngest Paralympian.
Apprentice Completes Marathon Learning Journey With Outstanding Teamwork
When Luke Anderson first started his BCITO apprenticeship, he couldn’t have imagined the journey that lay ahead. Reading and writing challenges held him back from completing his training for more than a decade.
