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Iwitanga micro-credential available for delivery
24/07/25
Iwitanga micro-credential available for delivery
An iwi-specific micro-credential, developed by Muka Tangata in collaboration with Te Pou Oranga o Whakatōhea, is now listed on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials...
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Post-assessment moderation brings confidence and clarity
23/07/25
Post-assessment moderation brings confidence and clarity
To ensure better quality assessments in their horticulture programme, EIT asked Muka Tangata to post-assessment moderate a sample of their Learning Outcome assessments (not unit...
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Have your say on new Pest Control skill standard
16/07/25
Have your say on new Pest Control skill standard
A new Pest Control skill standard is open for consultation to ensure it meets the needs of the Pest Control industry and aligns with current...
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Review confirms livestock qualifications meet industry needs
16/07/25
Review confirms livestock qualifications meet industry needs
In May 2025, two livestock-related qualifications were reviewed and approved following sector consultation.  The New Zealand Certificate in Artificial Insemination of Livestock (Level 4) underwent...
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CMR review simplifies requirements for providers assessing standards
09/07/25
CMR review simplifies requirements for providers assessing standards
The Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMR) for the food and fibre sector have been reviewed and updated, providing Tertiary Education Organisations (TEO) and schools with...
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Equine qualifications found to be fit for purpose
07/07/25
Equine qualifications found to be fit for purpose
In September 2024, targeted consultation was undertaken with industry representatives from Harness Racing NZ, NZ Thoroughbred Racing, and training providers. NZ Thoroughbred Racing also engaged...
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Farewelling our departing Council members
04/07/25
Farewelling our departing Council members
We would like to take a moment to recognise and thank five members of our Council who have now stepped down from their roles at...
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Industry Skills Boards coverage announced
03/07/25
Industry Skills Boards coverage announced
The Government has decided to disestablish the six Workforce Development Councils and establish new Industry Skills Boards (ISBs). There will be differences between WDCs and...
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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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Have your say on new Pork skill standards
30/06/25
Have your say on new Pork skill standards
We are reviewing and updating standards for the Pork industry at Level 4. Skill standards will be replacing the current unit standards to future-proof qualification...
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New Tautoko toolkit for aspiring Māori leaders in the food and fibre sector
25/06/25
New Tautoko toolkit for aspiring Māori leaders in the food and fibre sector
The Tautoko Toolkit has been developed specifically for the food and fibre sector, with funding from Muka Tangata, Food and Fibre Centre of Vocational Excellence,...
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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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