2024 marks the 14th year since the NZCB Apprentice Challenge was first held.  The Challenge recognises emerging building talent from across New Zealand and has seen entries surged since the inaugural event, with carpentry apprentices from 22 regions competing for the title. The challenge is open to apprentices employed by an NZCB member whose employees are Trainee Members of the NZCB Apprentice Network and to selected non-NZCB apprentices *conditions apply* The challenge is an excellent opportunity to celebrate the hard work and craftsmanship of up-and-coming New Zealand builders.

*Conditions Apply* Non-NZCB aligned apprentices are asked to make a donation to the NZCB Apprentice Trust.

 

The Apprentice Challenge is held in conjunction with generous support from ITM and supporting industry sponsors:

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*All sponsors and prize values based on the 2023 NZCB Apprentice Challenge Sponsored by ITM competition and are subject to variation between annual events.

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All participants in Regional Events

Prize Value $1000*

1st Place – ITM Gift Voucher – valued at $500

2nd Place – ITM Gift Voucher – valued at $300

3rd Place – ITM Gift Voucher – valued at $200

All participants:

  • NZCB & ITM Apprentice Challenge T Shirts
  • Goody Bag of ITM Branded Merchandise
  • Food and Refreshments supplied.

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All participants in National Final receive Prize package Value $4000*

  • NZCB, ITM & Merchant Branded Clothing
  • Power Tools, Hand Tools and apparel.

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First Place National Final

Prize package Value $10,000*

  • $10k ITM Prize that includes Power & Hand tools as selected by the Winner!

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2nd Place National Final

Prize package Value $7000*

  • $7k Power tool & package

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3rd Pace National Final

Prize package Value $5000*

  • $5k Power tool Package

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NZCB Chairpersons Award

Prize package Value $3000

  • $3k Power tool package

Sponsorship opportunities available for those wanting to get involved – please contact us.