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Get the lowdown on te ahumahi ā-rēhia jobs with Te Mahi Ako career maps

Did you know that lift operators sometimes turn into bungy operators over the summer? Or that lifeguards often add swim teaching and aqua fitness to their repertoire? The updated Te Mahi Ako career pathway maps are spilling the secrets on all the rewarding careers to be had in te ahumahi ā-rēhia.

A year of new beginnings for vocational education

In their recently released 2022 annual reports, Skills Active Aotearoa and its new subsidiary Te Mahi Ako each reflect upon a pivotal year of changes, challenges and achievements.

Lily Green to conquer Mt. Worsley

Lily Green, 20, grew up being lovingly “forced” into rock-climbing by her dad, a rock-climbing instructor. Now, Lily Green is etching her name into the annals of history as a vital member of an 8-man team, aiming to achieve a momentous feat - becoming the world's second group to conquer Mt. Worsley. This majestic peak bears the prestigious name of one of New Zealand's most illustrious explorers, Frank Worsley. The mountain received its name as a tribute to Worsley, the revered New Zealand captain who played a pivotal role in Sir Ernest Shackleton’s illustrious Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, a daring endeavor to cross the Antarctic continent.

Meet our team: Abby Palmer

Meet Abby Palmer, a dedicated regional learning advisor at Te Mahi Ako, with a special focus on Snowsports in the picturesque Wanaka region. With her passion for education and snow-related activities, Abby’s role in empowering learners and helping them thrive in their chosen paths cannot be understated. While Abby’s role at Te Mahi Ako is temporary, her dedication to education and snowsports will make a significant impact.

An impressive tale of determination and perseverance

In an impressive tale of determination and perseverance, Khiry Hewitt has emerged as a shining example of what can be achieved through passion and hard work. Hewitt recently completed his NZ apprenticeship in entertainment and event technology, specialising in audio and vision.

Te Mahi Ako Apprentice of the Year competition: Khiry: Shaping the future of AV and events

Khiry has been contributing to the audio-visual (AV) industry ever since high school, with his first job being a part of the AV squad helping deliver the iconic production; Joseph and the Technicolour Dreamcoat. Now, Khiry is a senior technician at VIDCOM.

Te Mahi Ako Apprentice of the Year competition: Cain: Guiding people through the art of fitness

A true polymath of his craft, Cain Thomas-Knight boasts nearly a decade of experience spanning the realms of aquatics and exercise. Cain is one of three candidates for the 2023 Te Mahi Ako Apprentice of the Year Award. This award, now in its eighth year, goes to a highly skilled individual with commitment, passion and diligence, who is working to improve the wellbeing of New Zealanders, through the medium of active recreation, leisure or entertainment.

Te Mahi Ako Apprentice of the Year competition: Harrison: Caving apprenticeship superstar on the rise

Harrison began his professional life studying a diploma of Adventure Tourism Management in Queenstown before making the exciting move to Waitomo Adventures where he started his cave guiding career. Harrison always knew he wanted to work in the outdoors; his passion, driven by providing other people unforgettable experiences.