Educating fishermen

NZSPA

Wellington—The University Grants Committee is already investigating the need for technical education in the fishing industry. It has asked for a report from Dr. W. F. Hamilton, the head of the College of Fisheries, Newfoundland, who visited New Zealand last year.

Mr. J. S. Campbell, general manager of the Fishing Industry Board, said that as well as the immediate need for educational facilities to help fishermen pass their certificate, there was also the need for training for the future expansion of the industry.

The Newfoundland college offers courses in seamanship, navigation, engineering, fishing techniques, processing and locating fish. Courses vary from a few weeks duration to three years and a half.