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Employer Bulletin | 2 February
Total exports were valued at $80.7 billion in the year ended December 2025, according to figures released by Stats NZ.
“This is the first time that annual exports have reached $80 billion,” international accounts spokesperson Viki Ward said.
Employer Bulletin | 26 January
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced that the 2026 General Election will be held on Saturday 7 November.
Business Central Incorporated Full Year Results
Following a comprehensive financial review and audit, Business Central has released its annual results for the 12 months ending 30 June 2025.
The review for the year just concluded, included prior-period adjustments for the previous financial year, to ensure accuracy and transparency.Employer Bulletin | 8 December
Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay has today set the scope of the country’s investment agency, Invest New Zealand, announcing strategic growth areas and launching three investment prospectuses.
Employer Bulletin | 1 December
Applications are now open for the Business Investor Visa, a new immigration pathway designed to attract experienced businesspeople who want to invest in and grow established businesses in New Zealand.
Employer Bulletin | 24 November
Minister for Trade and Investment; and Agriculture, Todd McClay, has cautiously welcomed the United States announcement this week removing the additional reciprocal tariffs on a range of New Zealand agricultural products, including beef, offal, and kiwifruit.
Employer Bulletin | 17 November
Up to $450 million of new deals and partnerships were concluded this week at the China International Import Expo (CIIE), Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay has announced.
Employer Bulletin | 3 November
European Union Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič and Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay have adopted a joint declaration to focus on reducing costs and boosting bilateral trade, during the inaugural NZ-EU Trade Committee meeting hosted by New Zealand in Queenstown.
Employer Bulletin | 28 October
Aotearoa New Zealand’s consumers price index (CPI) increased 3.0 percent in the 12 months to the September 2025 quarter, according to figures released by Stats NZ today.
Employer Bulletin | 20 October
The government welcomes new data showing a healthy growth in international visitor numbers and improved confidence across the tourism industry.
Hayley Horan Appointed CEO of Business Central and the Wellington Chamber of Commerce
Business Central and the Wellington Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce the appointment of Hayley Horan as its Chief Executive Officer, effective 10 November.
As CEO, Ms Horan will lead the organisation’s strategic direction, member engagement, and policy influence.
