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The magic of myths

The magic of myths online resource provides teachers, kaiako and career educators with tools and tips about using kōrero pūrākau or Māori myths and legends to connect with students about their future pathways. This resource can also help you share the magic of kōrero pūrākau with whānau, and help parents connect with their children about their future directions.

Science – classroom activities

Ideas on how to relate science teaching to future careers and life beyond school.

Fashion Designer | Kaihoahoa Kākahu

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Fashion designers design clothing and accessories.

Bus Driver | Kaitaraiwa Pahi

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Bus drivers operate buses and drive passengers along local, chartered or intercity routes.

Career Consultant | Kaitohutohu Umanga

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Career consultants help clients with career decision-making and development, job hunting, and returning to work after illness or accident. 

Sales Representative | Kanohi Hokohoko

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Sales representatives promote, market and sell products or services to business and professional establishments, or wholesale or retail outlets.

Psychiatrist | Rata Mate Hinengaro

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Psychiatrists diagnose and treat mental illness and emotional and behavioural disorders by providing psychotherapeutic treatment and psychiatric medication.

Probation Officer | Āpiha Matakana

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Probation officers supervise people serving a sentence in the community. They also help people who have been in prison return to society.