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Stellar skills send Jack Nevines to Apprentice of the Year win
Jumping into an apprenticeship at 18 after deciding university wasn't for him has turned out pretty well for Jack Nevines. Fast forward a few years and he has clinched the Registered Master Builders prestigious Apprentice of the Year.
A Gateway to the construction industry for learners
Collaboration between local community initiatives and BCITO, Te Pūkenga have been instrumental in providing pathways for second-chance learners.
June takes the floor, showing younger generation how it's done
June is an owner and team leader at the business she and husband Murray started in 2015, Tauranga Flooring and Prep. Her son’s first steps towards a formal qualification inspired her to explore her own potential and the rest is history.
A sustainable business where all are welcome
Wood Solutions have been carving out the way for sustainable practices and diversifying their workforce. They are minimising and repurposing waste and create a healthier and more welcoming workplace where 1/4 of their workshop are female.
From strong start to smooth finish: RedRock Plastering builds a family for apprentices
Jenna Toailoa and her husband Manu's RedRock Plastering has been making a name for themselves with their high quality work all the while taking on apprentices, showing it can be done!
Introducing the Critical Skills Apprenticeship Programme
Earlier this year, BCITO and workplace training provider, Education Unlimited, joined forces to run an Apprentice Support Programme for 15 Te Tai Tokerau apprentices.
AN INSPIRATION TO GLAZIERS EVERYWHERE
Last year BCITO, Te Pūkenga trained glazier, Charmaine Farquhar was awarded the Glass and Glazing Apprentice of the Year Award - something she’d strived for throughout her whole apprenticeship.
Female Finalists Take Centre Stage With Master Painters
The Master Painters Apprentice of the Year, in association with Resene Paints, recognises all-round excellence in decorating. The competition is split across four regions – Northern Region, Lower North Island, Upper and Lower South.
Award winner takes control of her design destiny
BCITO - Te Pūkenga apprentice Victoria Gaylard has taken complete control of her professional development.
Age no barrier to completing an apprenticeship
Finest Finish Decorating is a painting and decorating business and the co-owners Joshua and Jo Beckford are a couple who have successfully built the business from the ground up.
