Meet MBIE compliance & save 50% on first aid training
Beauty salon staff and therapists, and wellness professionals, we’ve noticed the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is stepping up compliance checks across the beauty industry. Now’s the perfect time to make sure your team is prepared and your business is fully compliant.
Until the end of 2025, we’re offering 50% off our first aid training - helping you stay ahead of requirements while protecting your staff and clients. Being first aid trained is about more than regulations; it’s about having the skills, knowledge, and confidence to manage an emergency.
That means:
- Workplace First Aider course – $112.50 (incl. GST)
- Revalidation course – $67.50 (incl. GST)
Our flexible course styles are designed for busy professionals; giving you and your team choices to suit your schedule and learning preferences. All courses are memorable, engaging, and tailored to real-world environments. What we offer:
- Workplace First Aider course (NZQA unit standards 6402, 6401, 6400)
- Revalidation First Aid course
- Specialist and private group training options
This is your chance to get NZQA-approved, flexible, and engaging training at half the price. Book your course now at www.pts....
NZCCM Massage and English Programmes
The New Zealand College of Chinese Medicine (NZCCM) offers industry-focused Massage and English programmes that prepare students for professional practice.
Students gain strong Anatomy and Physiology knowledge, hands-on experience in the student clinic, and pathways into health and wellbeing careers. NZCCM actively incorporates tikanga Māori and Te Ao Māori, partnering with local marae for cultural learning and community treatments.
As Auckland’s only provider of Massage diplomas, NZCCM is enrolling now for February 2026 Programmes include the Level 5 Wellness and Relaxation Massage Diploma and the Level 6 Remedial Massage Diploma, both NZQA-approved with intensive block courses. NZCCM also offers NZCEL Level 4 for academic English preparation.
Open Days will be held on 12 December and 23 January.
Contact: 09 580 2376 or auck@chinesemedicine.ac.nz
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Night-time roadworks on SH16
From 23 November to 17 December, stop/go traffic management will be in several locations on SH16 between Mabbett Lane and Restall Road (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am).
Works will include chipsealing and stormwater improvements. There may be delays to your journey when travelling through the area. Click to find out more.
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.1% Yes
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46.9% No
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