Free AgriSkills Training with UCOL @Taratahi
UCOL at Taratahi have short residential courses starting now, providing candidates with a jump start to a career on the land.
These are fully-funded courses delivered in partnership with MPI and provide skills and training to meet needs across the primary industries.
Starting from March there are courses in Apiculture, Dairy, Shearing, Fencing, general Ag-contracting and specialist vehicle training.
All courses are residential at Taratahi, both the cost of board and training is covered*.
Following training at Taratahi, UCOL has fee-free agriculture certificates and diplomas or job opportunities that await.
Get in touch with UCOL today (0800 GO UCOL), secure your place and get the skills to start your career on the land.
*Candidates must be over 18 for residential stay, self-catering at weekends.
Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
🎉 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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10.2% Yes! New Year, New Me
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20.3% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
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69.5% Nah - not for me
Builders
Summer is here — perfect time to build outdoors
Thinking about a new deck, fence, or landscaping work?
Now’s the time to get it done while we’re enjoying the best of Kapiti’s summer weather.
We’re a small, reliable building team offering high-quality workmanship at affordable hourly rates and sharp material prices. I’m a qualified builder and a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP), we take pride in delivering solid, long-lasting results for our clients.
Granny Flats & Small Homes — New Rules commencing in January,
New legislation means you can now build up to 70sqm without a building consent, provided the work is carried out by an LBP.
We’ve got exciting projects starting next year that take full advantage of this change — and we’d love to help you explore what’s possible on your site.
Our Services
• Decks & fences
• Landscaping & digger services
• Bathroom & kitchen renovations
• Renovations & alterations
• New builds & small homes
• Window & door installation
• General building & maintenance
• Full council consent management (if required)
Let’s talk
Whether it’s a small upgrade or a full build, we’d love to help bring your project to life.
www.jmurphybuilding.co.nz...
Joe – 021 0811 2603
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
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