Where can I get help to write my CV? ✍🏼
An up-to-date CV is an important document because employers look at the information in your CV to decide whether to interview you or not for a job.
Find information and tips online:
Some examples of where you can find useful information and tips are on these websites:
👉🏼 CVs and cover letters - Work and Income: workandincome.govt.nz...
👉🏼 How to write a CV - Tahatū Career Navigator: tahatu.govt.nz...
👉🏼 CVs and interview tips: Student Job Search: www.sjs.co.nz...
Use a free CV builder service:
👉🏼 Auckland Business Chamber offer a CV Builder service to people who are receiving a Work and Income benefit.
👉🏼 To use this CV builder you first need to call Work and Income on 0800 779 009 and ask to sign up.
👉🏼 Find out more about Auckland Business Chamber’s CV Builder: aucklandchamber.co.nz...
Te Heke Mai:
👉🏼 Te Heke Mai offers help to build a professional CV and cover letter, set career goals, and gain valuable skills: tehekemai.co.nz... Home Page - Te heke mai
Books about writing CVs at your local library:
👉🏼 Your local library may have books about writing a CV or a resume.
👉🏼 Your local CAB can help you find someone in your area who can help you with your CV for free. Find a CAB near you:
www.cab.org.nz...
Information credit: Citizens Advice Bureau: cab.org.nz
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🎉 2026 is almost here!
We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?
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10.3% Yes! New Year, New Me
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20.1% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
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69.6% Nah - not for me
Kōnae: Find Your Records
If you want to know how to request records about you or your whānau visit Kōnae: My Records Guide konae.org.nz.
Kōnae has information on more than 60 state and faith-based organisations that have records for over 800 homes and places in Aotearoa New Zealand about people who have been in their guardianship or care.
The Kōnae map shows past and present places in Aotearoa New Zealand like children’s homes, hospitals, orphanages, boarding schools, Youth Justice facilities and many more.
Each place on the map has details about who was responsible for running it and how to get records.
The map can be searched and filtered by
- name
- location
- date range
- religion
- type of organisation.
If you want support to use the website or to find your records, you can get in touch with your local CAB on 0800 367 222, email or message via cab.org.nz, or visit a CAB near you cab.org.nz/find-a-cab
Accessing records can bring up a range of emotions, we encourage you to take care of your wellbeing. You can find suggestions of support at konae.org.nz/support
Original post credit: Citizens Advice Bureau: cab.org.nz
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