Over 100 Million Jobs Depend on the Ocean Economy: Why STCW Training Could be Your Next Big Move
Working at sea is a career that can literally take you across the globe. We’re not talking about short trips between meetings, we’re talking: travelling the world, exploring new ports, islands and coastal towns. Just watch ‘Below Deck Mediterranean’! In all seriousness, these are real jobs that exist thanks to a global maritime industry, that supports millions of people and keeps the world moving. It relies on both officers and hands-on crew to keep vessels running safely and efficiently. Modern […]
Important changes to Crane and Telehandler Training
Waihanga Ara Rau (responsible for setting standards, qualifications, and training guidance for New Zealand’s construction and infrastructure industries) has released new training and assessment requirements for several crane and telehandler unit standards. As a result, we need to make some changes to how these courses are delivered. Crane Training What’s changing and why These changes have […]
Apprentice of the Month – October
Congratulations to Connor Ashton of OTS Roofing, our October 2025 Apprentice of the Month! Connor left school at 16 and began his roofing journey with his uncle, an opportunity he’s always been grateful for. Today, he’s thriving at OTS Roofing in Raglan, where he’s earned a supervisory role and a company work truck through hard […]
Vertical Horizonz New Zealand confirmed as national provider of scaffolding apprenticeship training
Vertical Horizonz New Zealand (VHNZ) is proud to confirm it will assume responsibility for all scaffolding apprentices previously managed by EarnLearn, marking a new chapter for scaffolding training nationwide. This transition establishes VHNZ as the national provider of scaffolding apprenticeship training in New Zealand, delivered in partnership with Scaffolding, Access and Rigging New Zealand (SARNZ). […]
Vertical Horizonz Supports Community Growth with Exclusive Training Discount for Not-for-Profits
This summer, Vertical Horizonz New Zealand is proud to give back to the community by offering a special discount exclusively for not-for-profit organisations. Whether you’re a charity, community group, or social enterprise, this initiative is designed to help you upskill your team and continue making a difference—without stretching your budget. From now through til January 2026, […]
New Height Safety Standards Signal a Safer Future for Kiwi Workers
At Vertical Horizonz (VHNZ), we believe that every worker deserves to return home safely at the end of the day. That’s why we’re proud to support the recent updates to key height safety standards—AS 5532 and AS/NZS 1891.4—which mark a significant step forward in protecting those working at height across Aotearoa and Australia. These changes, announced by Standards […]
She’ll be right? Not when it comes to heavy lifting… Save your back. Use a forklift
In true Kiwi fashion, we are a nation of hard workers. We like to get stuck in, roll up our sleeves, and get the job done. But sometimes that “she’ll be right” attitude comes at a cost, especially when it comes to lifting heavy loads. How many times have you heard someone say, “It’s only a […]
Update: Changes to High-Risk Short Courses
Earlier this year, we shared that Waihanga Ara Rau confirmed changes to high-risk short courses. This is a reminder that these changes will take effect from Monday 1st September 2025. From this date, the way some of our short courses are delivered will change. These changes are designed to reduce bookwork and give you more time developing practical, […]
From Apprentice to Graduate
Recently roofing apprentice Devon from Solid Roofing officially became a roofing graduate! He was surprised by his incredibly proud boss Peter, with a breakfast and certificate presentation to celebrate. He was so excited he rang his training advisor, Tracey, at 6.30am to tell her about it! Devon’s journey is a powerful one. After tragically losing […]
VHNZ named finalist in the 2025 GWO Training Awards
Ten years after becoming the first provider in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region to deliver Global Wind Organisation (GWO) training, Vertical Horizonz (VHNZ) is proud to share that we’ve be named a finalist for the 2025 GWO Training Team of the Year! This recognition speaks volumes about the strength of our team and the impact of […]