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Help establish the Industry Skills Boards
As you may know, Workforce Development Councils such as Hanga-Aro-Rau will wind up in December of this year, replaced by new Industry Skills Boards (ISBs) which will be operational from January 2026. To establish the ISB and ensure they are industry-led from the outset, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is urgently seeking nominations for Industry
- 2 Jun 2025
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Enrolments Now Open for NZ Certificate in Industrial Textiles – Level 3 & Apprenticeship Pathways
We’re excited to announce that enrolments are now open for the Level 3 New Zealand Certificate in Industrial Textiles, along with the Level 3 & 4 Complex Apprenticeship. These programmes offer valuable opportunities for learners to build practical skills, gain industry-recognised qualifications, and advance their careers in the industrial textiles sector. Looking ahead, the Level
- 31 May 2025
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ATA NZ Congratulates STA on 85 Years
Last month the Specialised Textiles Association Celebrated 85 years of being an association. We shared this with them On behalf of the Advanced Textiles Association of New Zealand (ATA-NZ), I would like to extend our warmest congratulations to the Specialised Textiles Association on the remarkable milestone of your 85th anniversary. This is a significant achievement
- 29 May 2025
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NZ Textile Fabricators Facebook Group Now Live
Introducing the NZ Textile Fabricators Facebook Group At last year’s Fabricator Workshop, attendees asked for a place to connect — and we listened! We’ve created a dedicated space for everyone in the textile fabrication industry to: Share projects & ideas Buy/sell equipment & materials Post jobs & industry updates Ask questions & find inspiration Whether
- 2 Apr 2025
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Cutting Edge Newsletters – Sponsorship and Advertising
ATA NZ has been re-evaluating how we distribute our quarterly newsletter to our member and information to our non members. We are looking for sponsors and advertisers in our newsletter. As a sponsor or advertiser you will get links back to your website, a full or 1/2 page ad and or advertorial. Pricing for this
- 25 Mar 2025
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Defab Secures Wax Converters Textiles IP– The Next Evolution of Aussie Canvas
Melbourne, Australia – March 2025 – Defab has officially acquired all the intellectual property (IP) of Wax Converters Textiles (WCT)—which means that well-known names like Dynaproof, Billabong, DX12, BullDuck, and Coolabah are now backed by 49 years of Defab’s expertise in Australian-made textiles.WCT was one of the biggest suppliers in the market, but now it’s
- 25 Mar 2025
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W Wiggins Moves to Highbrook
W Wiggins is embarking on the next exciting milestone in their long history, with the North Island branch moving slightly more central to Highbrook, Auckland.After 20+ years of being based in Manukau, Auckland and Wiggins have changed and grown a lot. This led to Wiggins needing to move and change the business and product range
- 19 Mar 2025
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Calling all Textile Businesses
MAST Academy is thrilled to announce the final development stages of brand-new industrial textile training programmes and apprenticeships! While we know it has taken longer than anticipated, we are on the home stretch now. These qualifications are designed to equip learners with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in the exciting world of
- 18 Mar 2025
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Navigating Exchange Rate Shifts – Preparing for Industry Adjustments
As we move into 2025, the textiles industry in New Zealand faces new challenges with increasing exchange rate volatility. Over the past year, we have enjoyed relative stability, with the NZD averaging around 0.60 against the USD until November 2024. However, in recent months, the exchange rate has dipped as low as 0.55—an 8.3% decline—before
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