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Engineering wood: circular by design, durable to nature
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Researchers at the University's Structural Timber Innovation Laboratory are breaking ground with durability programmes to open new applications for low carbon cross-laminated timber in demanding ou
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The jobs AI can’t touch: Skills Group reveals the careers set to soar
Wednesday, 04 February 2026
As artificial intelligence reshapes workplaces globally, a different story is emerging from New Zealand’s trades and service industries.
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Okuma celebrates Women in Manufacturing
Wednesday, 04 February 2026
For generations, Australian and New Zealand’s manufacturing sector, especially metalworking, has carried the reputation of being a male stronghold.
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Eco-inspired solution for tackling New Zealand’s erosion problems
Wednesday, 04 February 2026
It might not have the dangerous fauna and flora of Australia, but the Shaky Isles aren’t without their hazards.
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GS1 Digital Link – From Barcode to Digital Identity
Wednesday, 28 January 2026
For over 50 years, the classic EAN/UPC barcode has powered the global retail and logistics ecosystem.
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Govt ‘Speed Dating’ recruitment model set to cut hiring risks for NZ businesses
Tuesday, 20 January 2026
A Government and industry initiative piloted in Waikato, described by employers as “recruitment speed dating,” is set to cut the costs of hiring staff for hundreds of businesses around the country
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Efficient substation transports for the world’s largest offshore wind farm
Tuesday, 13 January 2026
Dogger Bank Wind Farm will be the world’s largest offshore wind farm when it is completed.
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Meet NZ’s most valuable coach
Wednesday, 17 December 2025
Out of more than 220 entries from trades workplaces nationwide, industry training organisation Competenz has named Palmerston North’s Sean Martin as its first-ever Most Valuable Coach (MVC) Champio
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Steel construction industry celebrates emerging talent and diverse pathways to success
Tuesday, 09 December 2025
The structural steel industry gathered in Auckland to celebrate the next generation of talent at the Steel Construction New Zealand (SCNZ) Apprentice of the Year and Young Achiever of the Year awar
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Wired for success: Re-engineering apprenticeships to power New Zealand’s workforce
Wednesday, 03 December 2025
A strengthened apprenticeship support system is driving higher completion rates across engineering and manufacturing — helping New Zealand build the skilled workforce it needs
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Six-Month Electrical Pre-Trade Programme sparks success at Skills Group
Wednesday, 03 December 2025
Skills Group’s trial of a six-month full-time Electrical Pre-Trade Programme at its Highbrook campus in Auckland has proven so successful that it is now offering more of the courses over the coming
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SCNZ Chair's Award 2025
Wednesday, 03 December 2025
Rebecca van Eyssen of the Heavy Engineering Research Association (HERA) is the 2025 recipient of the prestigious Steel Construction New Zealand (SCNZ) Chair’s Award
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Rangiora apprentice wins top honours at national electrical competition
Wednesday, 26 November 2025
Rangiora-based apprentice Hugo Carey recently took out the top national title in the Industrial category at the NZ Master Electricians Apprentice Challenge 2025, following his regional win in Cante
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Bridging the gap between simulation and experimental results for materials characterisation
Wednesday, 26 November 2025
The frustration of trusting in a weather app that forecasts sun, only to be drenched with rain, is familiar to everyone. A similar issue arises in material characterisation.
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Celebrating excellence in structural steel – NZ’s top projects recognised
Wednesday, 26 November 2025
Steel Construction New Zealand (SCNZ) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 SCNZ Excellence in Steel Awards.
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