International Women's Day

Story Women in Industry

March 8 2026

Celebrating the wāhine shaping the future of our industries.

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Across New Zealand, women are making an incredible impact in the automotive, commercial road transport, extractives, drilling, gas, and logistics industries. 

Whether they are learners beginning their training journey, qualified technicians, business owners, mentors, or industry leaders, these women bring skill, determination, and passion to every part of their work.

For International Women’s Day on 8 March, we’re proud to highlight some of the inspiring wāhine connected to MITO’s training programmes. Their stories reflect commitment, resilience, and a drive to achieve—and they continue to strengthen and diversify the industries that keep our country moving.

Explore their stories below.