New Workforce Development Councils established to graduate people
The Councils are a keystone change of the Reform of Vocational Education (RoVE) programme and will help to build a workforce with the skills needed to aid in our recovery from COVID-19.Devdiscourse News Desk | Wellington | Updated: 13-05-2021 15:40 IST | Created: 13-05-2021 15:40 IST
“I’m excited to see this next major milestone in what is the biggest reform of vocational education in a generation,” Chris Hipkins said. Image Credit: Twitter(@chrishipkins)
Six new Workforce Development Councils formally established today will ensure people graduate with the right skills at the right time to address skill shortages, Education Minister Chris Hipkins said.
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Over 10,000 registered social workers in New Zealand
“This is a significant milestone worth celebrating today on World Social Work Day,” Carmel Sepuloni said.Devdiscourse News Desk | Wellington | Updated: 16-03-2021 07:20 IST | Created: 16-03-2021 07:20 IST
“Today I want to celebrate all our social workers, who continue to be a source of tremendous pride for the profession and our country. You’re a vital workforce,” Carmel Sepuloni said. Image Credit: Wikimedia There are now more than 10,000 registered social workers in New Zealand, an increase of over 3,600 social workers over the last four years, Minister for Social Development and Employment Carmel Sepuloni announced today.
Government allows more support to seafarers visiting New Zealand
The Maritime Transport Act will be amended through the Regulatory Systems (Transport) Amendment Bill to allow maritime levies to be used to provide support services coordinated by the Seafarers Welfare Board.Devdiscourse News Desk | Wellington | Updated: 09-03-2021 10:20 IST | Created: 09-03-2021 10:20 IST
Transport Minister Michael Wood said COVID-19 has impacted massively on international shipping lines and this has meant seafarers need support. Image Credit: Twitter(@michaelwoodnz)
The Government is fulfilling its pre-election commitment to allow more support to seafarers visiting New Zealand, Transport Minister Michael Wood announced today.
The Maritime Transport Act will be amended through the Regulatory Systems (Transport) Amendment Bill to allow maritime levies to be used to provide support services coordinated by the Seafarers Welfare Board.
Immigration Minister reminding importance of COVID-19 border requirements
It follows a charter cruise vessel’s decision to set sail for New Zealand last month before ensuring all those on board had the necessary visas for entry to this country.Devdiscourse News Desk | Wellington | Updated: 29-01-2021 09:36 IST | Created: 29-01-2021 09:36 IST
“New Zealand’s strict COVID border controls have been in place for many months now to keep New Zealanders safe and control spread of the virus. Image Credit: ANI
The Minister of Immigration is reminding tour and other event organisers of the importance to have all COVID-19 border requirements approved and in place before trying to enter New Zealand.