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Paul Miller, Aukaha, Willie Jackson, Naylor Love apprentice Jamahl Oliver Backer, Flynn Sefo-Cloughly, who is working towards starting his apprenticeship; and Chris Rosenbrock, Aukaha. Photo: Supplied

Manawhenua-owned consultancy Aukaha has welcomed a more than $40 million boost for new Māori trades and training programmes, saying it will make a difference for thousands of whānau Māori facing genuine barriers to employment or stuck in low-paying jobs.