Welcome! This page is your toolkit for success in your studies and your career in the Primary Industries.
Access reading, writing, and numeracy modules specifically tailored for the Primary Sector. This is a fantastic free resource to upskill at your own pace.
Open Pathways AwaruaManaging your time effectively is the key to balancing study with practical work. Use the tool below to help you focus.
Not sure where to find your assignments or how to upload your work? Watch this quick guide.
Why does it work? Humans aren't built to focus for hours on end without stopping. The Pomodoro technique combats mental fatigue by breaking work into short, manageable bursts (25 minutes). The 5-minute break is just as important—it gives your brain a chance to "digest" the information, helping you remember more and preventing burnout.
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If you learn differently, you are in good company in the primary industries. The Dyslexia Foundation has a massive "Knowledge Hub" filled with tips, strategies, and advocacy advice.
Access Knowledge HubMoney worries can distract from study. Sorted is an independent Kiwi guide to money. Visit their homepage to find tools for budgeting, KiwiSaver, and debt management.
Go to Sorted.org.nzWorking in the primary sector is physically and mentally demanding. To be a safe operator and a good student, you need to look after your hauora (wellbeing). Use the links below if you need support or need to find a doctor.
You don't need to start from scratch. Careers NZ provides an excellent, free online tool to build a CV that New Zealand employers recognize.
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