Behind Every Fire is a Fighter

We celebrate our firefighters on May 4th 2026 and take a look at how our Fire and Emergency training can help save lives.

Securing the Future of Scaffolding Training and Workforce Capability

Prepared jointly by Vertical Horizonz New Zealand and SARNZ, this update outlines the challenges facing scaffolding training and workforce supply, and the actions underway to support the sector.  The scaffolding sector is at an important point. Apprenticeship numbers are not tracking at the level required to sustain longterm investment in training, and if this doesn’t change, it […]

The Garden Shed Project: Build with Purpose. Let Training Leave Something Behind.

The garden shed project began with a simple observation from the people closest to the work. Our roofing trainers and apprentices noticed that a core part of apprenticeship training involved building full roofing structures purely for assessment. The structures were well built and often finished to a high standard, but once the assessment was complete, […]

A Faster Way Into Rope Access, and a Smarter Way to Get Qualified

Funded training, a dramatically reduced IRATA cost, and a delivery model built around real work readiness make this one of the most direct ways into rope access right now. For anyone who’s been sitting on the fence, this is the push. Vertical Horizonz New Zealand (VHNZ) are breaking down the historical barriers that are often […]

Apprentices Now Have More Ways to Stay Connected and Supported

At Vertical Horizonz New Zealand (VHNZ), we know apprenticeships move quickly. Most learners balance time on site, block courses, the demands of everyday work, and a personal life. In the middle of that, questions often appear at the least convenient moments. An assessment might not make sense, a task might feel unclear, or an apprentice […]

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 […]