2. Background · Local business growth identifying labour shortfall · Otorohanga District Council investing in development · Inadequate entry level employee pool · TOPS programme ended OTOROHANGA TRADES TRAINING PROJECT

3. Issues 1. Recruitment · Educators lack of knowledge · Lack of material available · Employers not marketing their employment opportunities 2. Retention · Employers lack of understanding of modern apprenticeship system · Apprentices fall behind then out · ITO arms length support

4. Action Plan · Careers Advisor resources · Careers Expos · Young Achievers Awards · TOPS workshop for Gateway programme · Trades Training Campus

5. How · Establish committee · Employ co-ordinator · Develop partnerships · Design course content · Roll out programme

6. Key Outcomes · Local people training locally · Specialised courses to suit regions needs · Ongoing apprenticeship support

7. Future Issues · More courses · Scholarships · Accommodation · Celebrations

8. Acknowledgements · WINTEC · Otorohanga District Council · Employers · Students · Mayors Taskforce for Jobs and Employment Catalyst fund · Community