If you are exploring studying or training, or want assistance to prepare your CV, book a session with an experienced career expert.

Takapuna
When: Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm (by phone), Face to face appointments available Thursday mornings 9am-12pm 
Where: 519 Lake Road Takapuna
Request a session: Email Connectedtakapuna@msd.govt.nz

Waitakere
When: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9:30am-4:30pm
Where: Connected centre, Work and Income, 36-44 Sel Peacock Drive, Henderson
Request a session: Email connectedwaitakere@msd.govt.nz

Queen Street
When: Tuesday and Wednesday, 9:30am-4pm
Where: Level 3, 450 Queen Street
Request a session, email ConnectedQueenSt@msd.govt.nz

Papakura
When: Tuesday and Thursday 10am-4pm (face-to-face)
Where: Connected centre, Work and Income, 20/22 Queen Street
Request a session, email Connected_Papakura@msd.govt.nz

Māngere
When: Every Monday to Thursday, 9am-3:30pm
Where: Connected centre, Work and Income, 93 Mascot Avenue
Request a session, email ConnectedMangere@msd.govt.nz

If you need specific budgeting support, you can drop into Waitakere Work and Income to see a budget advisor with Care Ranui. Get assistance for:

• Financial mentoring
• Housing advocacy
• Education support
• Food support
• Counselling and community connections, and
• Financial capability services

When: Tuesdays, 9am - 3pm
Where: Waitakere Work and Income, 36-44 Selpeacock Drive, Waitakere, Auckland 

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If you need specific budgeting support, you can drop into Māngere Work and Income to see a budget advisor with Māngere Budgeting Services Trust.

Get assistance for:

• Financial mentoring
• Housing advocacy
• Education support
• Food support
• Counselling and community connections, and
• Financial capability services.

When: Tuesdays, 9am - 11:30am
Where: Māngere Work and Income, 93 Mascot Ave, Māngere. 

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If you or your business or organisation has been struggling with finances, or in need of specific support around your money, North Shore budgeting are offering support to help you.

You can learn how to:

• Budget
• Solve debt
• Manage your money better.

When: Every Wednesday, 9:30am-2:30pm
Where: 519 Lake Road, Takapuna

If you are interested in speaking to a professional budgeter, email connectedtakapuna@msd.govt.nz to book an appointment.

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The Pride Project Clendon Community House
When: Tuesdays, 11am – 1pm
Where: 60 Maplesden Drive, Clendon
For more information contact: Connected_papakura@msd.govt.nz

Work and Income Ōtara
When: Alternate Wednesdays, 10am -12pm
Where: 54 Lovegrove Crescent, Ōtara
For more information contact: ConnectedMangere@msd.govt.nz

English Language Partners offer support for migrants who are non-english speakers and those looking to strengthen their professional English skills. English Language Partners can also come to you, whether you'd prefer to study on your work site or in your own home.

For any queries please email: ConnectedTakapuna@msd.govt.nz

Jobs available range from entry level to skilled workers. Jobs and Skills Hubs can connect you to employers and jobs that match your skills and interests. Add to your CV with some great jobs.

If you are interested in starting a career in construction, contact your nearest Jobs and Skills Hub.

South Auckland: manukauhub@msd.govt.nz

North/West Auckland: northernhub@msd.govt.nz

Central/Eastern Auckland: citycentrehub@msd.govt.nz

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A reputable employer based in Te Arai is looking for vibrant and dynamic team members. There are multiple positions available which include: 

• providing skilled bartending and wine service 
• ensuring the dining areas are maintained well
• efficient service of all meals, snacks, beverage, and functions 
• assisting in monthly stock takes, and more.

You will need:

• a years’ experience as a bar tender or high-end hospitality server
• Barista, cocktail, and wine knowledge 
• good written and verbal communication skills 
• availability to work flexible hours.

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You will be part of a dream team of visionary artists who seek to create positive impacts with the power of music. Join the tribe today if you're a passionate musician artist ready to build, innovate, and perform with purpose. You will be working full-time (30 hours per week). 

Successful candidates can also earn their Music Level 4 or Level 5 NZQA while working.  

You will need to have:

• A passion for music and performance
• Strong musical talent and creativity
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to community engagement and social impact
• Basic music theory and production software knowledge is desirable.

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Join Idea Services and support people with intellectual disabilities to live independently and be part of their local communities.

No qualifications are required and, you will be supported to achieve your NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 2 and 3. So, you will be earning while you are learning on the job.

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Kimi Mahi Mai, 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.  

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Quality Education Services have a range of courses and services to help you get ahead.

You can achieve your career goals and learn a new skill for free.

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Start to on your Software Development journey with Free Code Camp. By singing up, you gain access to:

• Various free verified certifications
• Learning English for Developers
• Professional certifications
• Support to prepare for the developer interview job search
• Access to the Legacy Curriculum

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Oceania Career Academy is a training institution delivering quality education that leads to a job you can make a life out of. As a Pasifika individual, you will be empowered with knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to excel in life.

Sign up for a course at Oceania Careers Academy today. 

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The Turama Scholars programme aims at removing barriers for kiwis to pursue their studies in Business and IT.

The courses offered here can help start your career in

• Business Information Systems industry
• Integrated Marketing Communications industry
• Data Analytics industry

This programme provides scholarships for NZ Women, Māori, Pasifika, Domestic Academic Excellence and International Academic Excellence.

If you identify as either women, Māori or Pasifika and have NZ residency, or have displayed academic excellence, you may be eligible to apply.

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Do you need help in deciding if studying at MIT is right for you?

During the tour you will get a taste of the student life on campus, explore the areas you want to see, and get the answers to questions you may have.

You’re welcome to bring a friend, family members or support person along.

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On Demand Free Training can help you gain your Class 1 Learner’s Licence for free. You can choose to attend the in-person classes or online.

Theory course runs weekly.

When: Thursdays and Fridays, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Where: Cavendish Drive, Manukau, Auckland

To register, email: referrals@ondemandlogistics.co.nz or call 0800 433 6263

Literacy Aotearoa will help you gain:

• Confidence
• Independence
• Employment skills
• Unit standards

Modules include:

• Computer Basics - Hardware and software
• Security - Keeping your data secure
• Web based email: using Gmail and Outlook
• Internet: Navigating the internet
• Online profiles - social media & employment sites

Glen Innes
When: Wednesdays, 12.30pm - 2.30pm
Where: 25 Mayfair Place, Glen Innes, Auckland

Mangere
When: Monday to Thursdays
Where: Mangere East Library, 370 Massey Road, Mangere

To register, email info.c2@literacy.org.nz or call 022 395 8456

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.

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Auckland Unlimited provides free online resources and links to business support to help you navigate the changing economic landscape.

Check out their links on:

• Sustainability and climate action
• Business strategy and continuity
• Marketing
• Māori and Pacific business support
• Health, wellbeing and safety.

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Are you an employer experiencing a skill shortage in your business?

The Global Talent Internship Programme is a streamlined process matching employers with skilled former refugees.

As an employer, you can provide an opportunity for the intern to showcase their talents and improve their future employment prospects.​

Get matched with the right intern, collaborate to grow your business and grow your intern’s experience.

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If you are needing administration support for 3-6 weeks, with no impact on your ACC levy, then this could be the opportunity for you.

Habit Health organises work experience for clients who are transitioning back into the workforce after an injury.

If you are interested in this opportunity or need more information, please contact Rachel.Birchfield@habit.health

Do you want to support your workers to relate to customers and colleagues, who may be struggling to communicate because English is their second language?

To help them, English Language Partners offer a free service providing both 'ESOL' classes for English beginners, and 'Professional English' classes.

Tutors are flexible and can show up to the work site, or a location of your choice where needed.

For more information, contact auckland@englishlanguage.org.nz or call 09 8277882

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Take advantage of this opportunity to connect with and seek guidance from seasoned experts at A and K Thomson.

Topics include, but not limited to:

• CV Writing
• Business Idea Formulation
• Website Development
• App Development
• Podcasting
• Grants and Tender Applications
• Accounting
• AI for Everyday Life
• General Business Support
• Well-being

Join the Online Weekly Community Empowerment Hour!
When: Tuesdays, 2pm - 3pm
Where: Google Meet (Online)

Booking is essential to ensure the right advisor is present to cater to your needs. No appointment is needed. To secure your spot, email: admin@akthomsonltd.com

This Workplace Literacy and Numeracy Programme will assess which areas your employees require support in and will 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 onto Vision College's Workplace Literacy and Numeracy programme, give them a call on 0800 834 834.

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This programme is designed to mentor and help you grow the skills to manage life and work challenges. Learn how to celebrate your successes.

Through a handy app and friendly real life coaches, participants are supported and coached through their journey and helped to set goals.

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Inland Revenue (IR) offers three practical sessions:

• Starting a business? Introduction to Business offers information on 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? GST is to help you learn who needs to register for GST, what GST is charged on, what information must be recorded and how to send this to them, and ceasing your GST registration.
• Are you employing? The Employers session covers who needs to register as an employer, and what information must be recorded and how to send it to IR.

With a choice of format, don't miss out and register today!

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