If you are exploring studying or training, or want assistance to prepare your cv, talk to an experienced career expert. 

Dinsdale

When: Every Tuesday and Wednesday, 9am - 4:30pm

Where: Connected Centre, Shop 14, Dinsdale Shopping Centre

Five Cross Roads

When: Every Tuesday, 8.30am - 4.30pm and Wednesday 8.30am - 12.30pm

Where: Connected Centre, Five Cross Roads, 3 Fifth Avenue

There are also 1 hour phone appointments available to those that cannot make it to a Connected site.

Request a booking connected_waikato@msd.govt.nz

Wintec offers over 130 courses and qualifications at a variety of levels. From entry-level foundation studies that help you prepare for study; to hands-on technical training in vocational subjects (such as trades, horticulture, cooking); diplomas and degrees in a broad range of subjects (such a nursing, physiotherapy, social practice, science, business, information technology, media arts, and sport science); and postgraduate and master's qualifications in many specialist fields.

If you're exploring study - come and talk to an expert.

Dinsdale
When: Tuesdays Fortnightly, 2pm – 4.30pm 

Where: Connected Centre, Shop 14, Dinsdale Shopping Centre, Hamilton

Five Cross Roads
When: Wednesdays Fortnightly, 2pm - 4.30 pm 

Where: Connected Centre, Five Cross Roads, 3 Fifth Avenue, Hamilton

To make an appointment connected_waikato@msd.govt.nz

Do you have questions on starting to study, in study, returning to study or finishing study finances?

StudyLink has a drop in session where there will be a person to answer your questions.

Dinsdale
When: Tuesdays Fortnightly,  2pm – 4.30pm (from Tuesday 30 August)
Where: Connected Centre, Shop 14, Dinsdale Shopping Centre, Hamilton

Five Cross Roads Hamilton
When: Wednesdays fortnightly, 2pm - 4.30 pm (From Wednesday 24 August)
Where: Connected Centre, Five Cross Roads, 3 Fifth Avenue, Hamilton

Request an appointment: connected_waikato@msd.govt.nz 

Workbridge is free and they offer one-to-one sessions with an Employment Consultant to discuss career options for you. This is a drop in service.

When: Every Wednesday, 10.30am - 12pm

Where: Connected Centre, Five Cross Roads, 3 Fifth Avenue

Phone appointments are available and someone from Work Bridge will make contact to discuss their services and how they can help.

Please email Connected_Waikato@msd.govt.nz to register interest and be contacted to make an appointment.

Connected is working in conjunction with Hamilton Public Library - and will be onsite weekly.
Come on down if you are interested in employment, any education or training available in the area, no appointment necessary.

When: Wednesdays, 1pm-3pm 
Where: Hamilton Public Library, 9 Garden Place, Hamilton

It is an exciting time to join Department of Corrections, if you are a talented individual who is committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whānau. 

Corrections staff believe in the power of influencing offenders to make the right choices, take the right action at the right time and support their pathway towards an offence-free lifestyle.

Start out your career with Corrections on the Ara Tika programme delivered at the Corrections’ National Learning Centre. This an opportunity for you to learn core skills, develop a network of peers and be welcomed to the whānau. 

All applications must be submitted through the careers site to ensure transparency. 

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Entry level scaffolding positions are available now.

Full training provided.

All you need is a positive attitude and willingness to show up. Support to up-skill and pathway into other construction industries is available.

Most of the work is Monday - Friday (Saturdays as required). 

If you are interested in finding out more information on the Scaffolding Labourer position please email ready2work_waikato@msd.govt.nz

Let the team know what you want to do and send your CV to ready2work_waikato@msd.govt.nz.

Find a Job is for anyone looking for work – you don’t have to be on a benefit. If you find a job you’re interested in, contact Work and Income to be put in touch with the employer.

Visit Find a Job (external link)

The Whakamana Program is a free 4 week training program covering:

• Career Development,
• Strengths Finder,
• Key life skills, and
• the hiring process 

The courses includes a strong focus on tikanga māori.

Next course:

Where: Monday 1 May – Thursday 25 May

Time: 2pm - 3pm

Where: Work and Income, Five Cross Roads, 3 Fifth Avenue, Enderly, Hamilton

Find out more (external link)

Join a class in your community and learn Kiwi English for your everyday life.

Classes are focussed on your needs – so no two classes are the same.

Contact English Language Partners to discuss your needs and find a class at your level that suits you.

Beginners English Classes

When: Wednesdays, 6pm-8pm

Where: Boundary Road, Claudelands Park, Settlement Centre Waikato, Hamilton 

Find out more and apply (external link)

Through a handy app, friendly real-life coaches help you to set goals specific to your individual journey and support and coach you through your journey and towards achieving your goals.

Te Heke Mai is designed to mentor and help individuals grow the skills to manage life and work challenges.

To discuss further email hello@tehekemai.co.nz or Phone 0800 938474

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Click on the link below to find the field of study and type of qualification to interest you. Qualifications range from certificate level 1-3 to doctorates.

Find your course now (external link)

Inland Revenue offers three different practical webinars:

• Starting a business? Introduction to Business is a two hour sessions. Learn about the different ways to structure your business, expenses you can claim, and how income tax and provisional tax works.
• Are you registered for GST or thinking of registering for GST? Attend the two hour session on GST. Learn about who needs to register for GST, what GST is charged on, what information must be recorded and how to send this to us, and ceasing your GST registration.
• Are you employing? In the Employers session. learn about who needs to register as an employer, and what information must be recorded and how to send to IR.

These sessions are run regularly, register today!

Introduction to Business

Tuesday 11 April, 10am (external site)

GST

Tuesday 4 April, 10am (external site)

Tuesday 18 April, 10am (external site)

Employers

Tuesday 4 April, 10am (external site)

Alternatively, you can watch pre-recorded sessions here. (external site)

Federated Farmers and Ministry of Social Development have partnered to support farm employers and get more Kiwis onto the farm.

You can apply on behalf of your new to the ag sector employee for:

• Dairy Farm Starter Kit
• General Farm Starter Kit
• Possible funding available through Flexi-wage

Find out more and apply (external link)

Tailored to meet the needs of the employees and company, assessing which areas your employees need support in and create a strategy to help them overcome any barriers within your company context.

This programme is free for employers and learners, and is delivered online or face-to-face in a setting that best suits your company's needs

To sign your employees on to the Workplace Literacy and Numeracy programme, call on 0800 834 834.

Find out more (external link)

The Waikato Business Growth and Support Virtual Conference was brought to you by Connected.govt.nz and DigitalBoost.co.nz, to connect you with business support and services available, to all industry sectors across the Waikato region.

Connected - Connecting you to support for your business

Employment.govt.nz - An introduction and update to your rights and responsibilities as an employer

Business.govt.nz - Tools and expert advice from government and industry, designed to help kiwi businesses

NZ Trade and Enterprise - Helping New Zealand Businesses to grow internationally

Waikato Chamber of Commerce - Supporting and representing the collective voice of Waikato business

Thames Business Association - Driving positive social and economic outcomes

Te Waka - Driving economic growth in the Waikato

Soda Inc: Accelerating business growth and driving innovation

Amotai - Unlocking opportunities for Māori and Pasifika businesses through supplier diversity

Ministry of Social Development - Work brokerage, financial support and more for you and your business

Inland Revenue - Here to support you, whether you’re new to business or need some help to get on the right track

Digital Boost - Helping your business move into the digital world

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Attend Morebiz weekly business networking meetings with guest speakers from Thursday 10 February.

Networking helps you learn about other businesses and share the benefits of working with you. It's a great way to collect referrals and grow your business.

When: Every Thursday, 6.45am-8.30am

Where: Hamilton Workingmen's Club, 45 Commerce Street, Frankton

Find out more (external link)

They provide practical advice by using their specialised business knowledge and experience to support your business.

Find out more and explore your options (external link)

MWDI offers support to your business including:

• Small business loans 
• A 3 day waananga business support called HineBoss
• specialist business mentoring with their Te Aka programme.

Find out more (external link)

Ōtorohanga District Council has gathered several funding organisations together. This free event is a great opportunity to see what funding is available in your area. You will:

• meet with potential supporters,
• energise your ideas with other like-minded people in your community and,
• upskill your team.

The Community Funding Expo
When: Wednesday 5 April, 3pm – 6pm.
Where: Ōtorohanga College 2-8 Bledisloe Avenue, Ōtorohanga

Find out more (external link)