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Building and Construction Labourer | Kaimahi Whaihanga

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Building and construction labourers do a wide range of physical work on building sites, roads and other large civil construction projects. 

Dispensing Optician | Ngaio Mōhiti

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Dispensing opticians interpret prescriptions from optometrists and ophthalmologists (eye specialists) for glasses or contact lenses, assemble and fit glasses, and sell customers frames and lenses.

Chemist | Kairarau Matū

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Chemists study the make-up and behaviour of chemicals, and may use their findings to develop new products and processes.

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Creative Design | Hoahoa Auaha

Creative design may be for you if you are interested in:

• using creative, design and drawing skills
• using different techniques to create artworks and images
• working with your hands
• interpreting and developing other people's ideas
• using computers and design software.

Solicitor | Rōia

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Solicitors give legal advice, prepare legal documents and study the details of legal arguments.

Film/Television Camera Operator | Kaitango Whakaahua Whitiāhua/Pouaka Whakaata

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Film and television camera operators use digital and film cameras to record events and scenes for television, movies and videos.

Film and Video Editor | Ētita Kiriata/Ētita Ataata

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Film and video editors assemble video, graphics, audio and text into a finished product for films, television programs, video productions or commercials.