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Barbers, you may have heard that we’re hosting three Beers n Banter events in Wellington, Auckland and Christchurch. As the title suggests refreshments will be available, making it the perfect [...]

As apprentices work in close contact with people, we recommend they keep up to date with Government recommendations around novel Coronavirus. The Ministry of Health website is updated daily. HITO [...]

Off-job training arrangements for hairdressing and barbering apprentices have been confirmed for 2020. The training will cover theory and practical assessments. Employers and apprentices will be [...]

HITO have launched new pins and window stickers for qualified hair, beauty and barbering professionals. Your clients will now know you have a trusted New Zealand qualification, whilst recognising [...]

The best of New Zealand’s hair, beauty and barbering professionals gathered in Wellington on Sunday for the annual Industry Awards. Hosted by HITO, Kitomba Salon and Spa Software and the New [...]

As part of the Reform of Vocational Education, HITO held a workshop to gather industry feedback on Workforce Development Councils (WDCs) on October 21. HITO’s Board, Industry Advisory Panel and [...]

In the lead up to Christmas, Santa’s helpers at HITO have a special offer for any employer who signs up an apprentice before December 14, 2019. • You’ll go into the draw to win $5,000 towards [...]

HITO’s submission on behalf of members to Parliament’s Education and Workforce Select Committee on the Education (Vocational Education and Training Reform) Amendment Bill. Download [...]

The eagerly awaited announcement for this year’s Industry Awards Apprentice of the Year category is now over. The results are in! The winners are: Grace Wilkinson (Northern) Tee Tupara [...]