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Apiculture qualifications reviewed to meet industry needs
01/07/25
Apiculture qualifications reviewed to meet industry needs
Three qualifications have been reviewed, revised and rolled over for the apiculture industry. The qualifications include the New Zealand Certificate in Apiculture (Level 3), the...
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Successful completion of the Machine Assist Felling project
23/06/25
Successful completion of the Machine Assist Felling project
Muka Tangata, in collaboration with Farman Turkington Forestry and key industry stakeholders, is proud to announce the successful completion of the Machine Assist Felling project....
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Agriculture Qualifications Development Project update
13/05/25
Agriculture Qualifications Development Project update
Our Agriculture Qualifications Development Project aims to streamline the transition between training levels and enhance the transferability of skills in our agricultural workforce. Working closely...
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Pushing pause on Poultry reviews
12/05/25
Pushing pause on Poultry reviews
Recently, two Poultry qualifications came up for scheduled review. As per NZQA guidelines, every New Zealand qualification listed on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials...
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Collaboration to ensure consistency: implementing pre-assessment moderation with Queen Charlotte College
07/04/25
Collaboration to ensure consistency: implementing pre-assessment moderation with Queen Charlotte College
During a post-assessment moderation in late 2024, Muka Tangata identified a gap in the assessment process in the Queen Charlotte College Aquaculture programme.   To resolve...
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Quality Assurance and Enhancement team take action following feedback
04/12/24
Quality Assurance and Enhancement team take action following feedback
Hui Whakapūmau site visits have been a consistent priority for the Muka Tangata Quality Assurance and Enhancement team. These visits are part of our whanaungatanga...
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Report shows confidence in Muka Tangata Quality Assurance and Qualifications and Standards functions
27/11/24
Report shows confidence in Muka Tangata Quality Assurance and Qualifications and Standards functions
We are pleased to share that NZQA have expressed a high level of confidence with our quality assurance, and qualifications and standards mahi in 2024....
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Aquaculture and Seaweed conferences provide industry insights
30/10/24
Aquaculture and Seaweed conferences provide industry insights
In October we attended the Aquaculture New Zealand (AQNZ) and Aotearoa NZ Seaweed Association (ANZSA) conferences held in Nelson.  These conferences offer valuable insights into...
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New freshwater management micro-credential for the Horticulture sector
23/10/24
New freshwater management micro-credential for the Horticulture sector
Protecting the waterways of Aotearoa New Zealand is vital. Ecologically, culturally, and economically, our freshwater environment is a rich and valuable resource that is essential...
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Te Haumako – building a rich and fertile soil for skills and training
21/10/24
Te Haumako – building a rich and fertile soil for skills and training
Muka Tangata has launched Te Haumako, its Māori Workforce Development Plan for the sector, in Wairoa today, hosted by Tātau Tātau o Te Wairoa. “The...
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Update: Support leads to improvements for Apiculture providers
12/09/24
Update: Support leads to improvements for Apiculture providers
Last year Muka Tangata began working with providers to improve outcomes for training providers in the Apiculture industry.  Interventions like this are a key tool...
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New micro-credential growing leaders in the Dairy industry
05/09/24
New micro-credential growing leaders in the Dairy industry
Developed in response to an urgent need for leaders across Aotearoa New Zealand’s food and fibre sector, the Emerging Leadership in People, Food and Fibre...
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