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Builder s apprentice Samuel Curran, in action at the weekend s event, will represent Taranaki at a national competition.
Samuel Curran has won the Taranaki New Zealand Certified Builders (NZCB) Apprentice Challenge for 2021. Curran, 21, competed against five other apprentices on Saturday, and they were given eight hours to build a picnic table according to design plans and which met minimum safety standards. The picnic tables were assessed on technical aspects such as the quality of workmanship, measuring, cutting and assembly, as well as other essential skills while working against the clock, including their ability to follow a detailed plan and safe working technique.
Marton teen Harrison Gillard wins Manawatū Apprentice Challenge
14 Apr, 2021 05:00 PM
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Marton s Harrison Gillard has won the 2021 Manawatu New Zealand Certified (NZCB) Apprentice Challenge. Photo / Supplied
Marton s Harrison Gillard has won the 2021 Manawatu New Zealand Certified (NZCB) Apprentice Challenge. Photo / Supplied
Marton teenager Harrison Gillard has edged out three other apprentices to win the title of Manawatū New Zealand Certified (NZCB) Apprentice Challenge champion for 2021 and will now head to the national final.
The apprentices were given eight hours to build a picnic table that followed specific design plans and met minimum safety standards, putting their skills to the test in a tense environment.
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