Why become a Parks manager?
- Finn Anderson
- Jan 19
- 1 min read

Ever wondered what it actually takes to be a parks manager?
If you’ve ever thought about a career where every day connects people with place, culture and community, this short RNZ Nine to Noon chat with Geoff Canham from the Park Leaders Forum is well worth a listen. He talks about the critical shortage of park managers in Aotearoa, why the work is so rewarding, and why broad-thinking “generalists” are exactly what the sector needs.
With the Master of Parks Management at Lincoln University offering a fee-waived pathway (extended to 2027), there’s a clear opportunity to upskill while continuing to work. Developed alongside the Parks Leaders Forum, this first-of-its-kind programme responds directly to what the sector needs now and into the future
To find out about Master of Parks Management with Lincoln University click here
Click here to listen to the original article


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