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Opportunities Abound with NZICC Opening: Minister Upston & MSD Collaborate for Job Seekers

02 Oct 2025 | 11 months ago | 1043 views

Minister Louise Upston highlights the job opportunities arising from the upcoming opening of the New Zealand International Convention Centre in Auckland, emphasizing the partnership between the Ministry of Social Development and the centre to fill various roles. The convention space is expected to boost the tourism sector by hosting live events and conferences, creating job prospects in events and hospitality. The collaboration between MSD, NZICC, and other employers aims to provide skilled local employees for the tourism industry, with a focus on assisting job seekers in transitioning into new roles effectively.

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New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC) Opening Sparks Job Opportunities for Auckland Job Seekers

02 Oct 2025 | 11 months ago | 1103 views

Minister Louise Upston highlights the job opportunities presented by the upcoming opening of the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC) in Auckland in February 2026. The Ministry of Social Development is collaborating with SkyCity to fill various roles required for the NZICC. The NZICC is expected to enhance New Zealand's infrastructure, attracting live events, conferences, and exhibitions, creating job opportunities in sectors like tourism and hospitality.

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Empowering Northland Job Seekers: Ministry for Social Development Partners with Local Businesses for Employment Success

01 Oct 2025 | 11 months ago | 988 views

The Ministry for Social Development in Northland is partnering with local businesses to help job seekers find employment, with successful examples like Fulton Hogan training and employing 44 MSD clients. Minister Louise Upston highlights the success of businesses like Fulton Hogan in placing job seekers in Northland. MSD is focusing on understanding businesses to connect local job seekers with suitable opportunities, aiming to address workforce challenges through collaborative efforts with employers.

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Government Boosts Funding for Tasman District Clean-Up, Supporting Local Job Seekers

11 Sep 2025 | 12 months ago | 947 views

The Government is allocating an additional $300,000 to aid the ongoing clean-up efforts in the Tasman district following heavy rainfall in June and July 2025. The Enhanced Taskforce Green program, activated in July, is employing local job seekers to assist farmers and growers in their recovery efforts. This funding extension, totaling $800,000, will support job seekers until December 2025, providing them with work experience and the opportunity to transition to seasonal horticulture work.

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Boosting Employment in Waikato: Minister Upston's Commitment to Jobseeker Reduction Target

03 Sep 2025 | 1 year ago | 952 views

Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston highlights the importance of regional employment events in getting Kiwis into jobs and boosting the economy. The Government's focus on the Going for Growth strategy emphasizes developing talent and reducing the number of people on the Jobseeker Benefit by 50,000 by 2030 through partnerships with employers and training organizations. Initiatives such as early intervention services, work seminars, and the Relocate for Work Support payment aim to help beneficiaries find sustainable employment, providing them with purpose, independence, and a pathway out of welfare dependence.

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Government's Enhanced Task Force Green Employs 18 Job Seekers for Tasman Flood Clean-Up

07 Aug 2025 | 1 year ago | 2075 views

Eighteen job seekers in Tasman have begun clearing flood-damaged farms and orchards through the Enhanced Task Force Green programme funded by Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston. The program received $500,000 in funding to support job seekers in the clean-up efforts following the region's first flood in late June. The job seekers, who received training, are removing debris and trees from properties to aid in the recovery of the regional economy, with the Ministry of Social Development assisting in finding other employment opportunities for interested individuals.

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Over 80,700 People Transition from Benefit to Work in Past Year, Reveals Social Development Minister

16 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 1684 views

Over 80,700 individuals transitioned from benefits to employment in the past year, reflecting the government's focus on facilitating job opportunities despite economic challenges. While the total number of beneficiaries has increased, particularly in Jobseeker Support, this aligns with seasonal trends and the government's efforts to provide enhanced support services for job seekers. Initiatives such as increased case management, community job coaching, and regular work seminars aim to assist individuals in securing and maintaining employment, with a focus on transitioning people off welfare and into work during the economic recovery period.

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Government Focuses on Jobseeker Beneficiaries in Employment Programs for Next Three Years

15 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 1797 views

Minister Louise Upston highlights the Government's focus on jobseeker beneficiaries in upcoming employment programs. The Ministry of Social Development's updated strategy emphasizes the importance of prioritizing beneficiaries for job placements. Efforts include targeted support for young people to reduce long-term reliance on benefits and increase employment opportunities.

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Government Launches Enhanced Task Force Green Program to Support Flood-Affected Tasman and Marlborough Districts

09 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 1784 views

The Government has activated an Enhanced Task Force Green (ETFG) in response to flooding in the Tasman and Marlborough districts. “Enhanced Task Force Green funding builds on the Government’s commitment to support those impacted by this event,” Minister for Social Development and Employment Louise Upston says. “The recent flooding has been a significant and adverse event damaging farms, homes, roads and bridges.

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Boosting Employment: Minister Louise Upston Leads Regional Events to Get Kiwis Into Jobs and Grow the Economy

02 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 2247 views

Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston says a strong turnout for the first in a series of regional employment events reinforces a cross-sector commitment to get Kiwis into jobs, boost employment and grow the economy. Kicking off the MSD-led series in Levin, Minister Upston and officials met with representatives of around 30 employers and other stakeholders, reinforcing job opportunities across the Horowhenua and Kāpiti Coast regions. “It was great to attend this event, acknowledge the commitment of MSD and recognise the partnership with local employers,” Louise Upston says.

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