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  • Employer Bulletin | 10 June

    … of businesses and workers who will be affected by changes to the Act. “Change has been a long time coming, and I know … can implement, and that makes it easy for workers to understand their entitlements. We need to do this once and do it right. “I have heard from a number …
  • Employer Bulletin | 23 September

    … Safety Minister Brooke van Velden says upcoming changes to the Employment Relations Act will provide greater … and businesses. "The coalition Government has agreed to amending the Employment Relations Act to provide a gateway … business does not require the worker to be available to work on specific times of day or days, or for a minimum …
  • Lane Street Studios named Wellington Exporter of the Year

    … is a significant achievement and exemplifies the hard work, perseverance, and commitment Kristy Grant and team have … company’s vision, infrastructure investment and commitment to education in the screen production industry. They praised … production, helping drive collaboration with the potential to support 2000 jobs. "Lane Street already has plans to
  • Employer Bulletin | 7 April

    … says safe harbours of deemed compliance will be created to increase business and worker certainty about what they need to do to comply with their health and safety duties. Approved Codes …
  • Golden Mile changes must be balanced

    … responsible for much of the city’s vibrancy. The city has to look good, but it also has to function properly, and it needs to facilitate economic … to be found around how deliveries to businesses would work, because most businesses do not have delivery access …
  • Employer Bulletin | 27 January

    … The requirements to complete Employment New Zealand's online modules for the … will instead provide employers and workers with links to freely available Employment New Zealand or INZ webpages, … changes are part of the reforms to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) the Government announced on 17 December …
  • Announcing a new and exciting partnership

    … We’re excited to announce a proud partnership with Best Places to Work for 2025!  Our mission of delivering business support …
  • Chamber endorses Taskforce Water Report

    … community, including the Chamber, and we have come to an agreement as to what needs to happen next," says John Milford, Chief Executive of the …
  • Employment Relations Consultants

    … Manawatu/Wanganui/Wairarapa regions on all issues relating to employment. This includes establishing best practice human … and has bargained with all the large Unions. Prior to Business Central Scott had 15 years' experience in the … Janine’s breadth of knowledge, skills, and passion to help businesses of all size and nature means she can …
  • Employer Bulletin | 05 August

    … Zealand household increased 5.4 percent in the 12 months to the June 2024 quarter, according to figures released by Stats NZ. The 5.4 percent increase, … (HLPIs), follows a 6.2 percent increase in the 12 months to the March 2024 quarter. The most recent high was 8.2 …
  • Review of the Capital Adequacy Framework for Registered Banks

    … cost of capital will result in higher borrowing costs to our members. In addition, we have included below additional feedback particularly important to our members. The fundamental trade-off being considered is risk versus cost. How much risk is New Zealand prepared to carry of a bank failure, and how much cost is the country …
  • Employer Bulletin | 26 May

    … The Government is removing tax roadblocks to investment, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says.  “Budget … 2025 sets aside $75 million over the next four years to encourage foreign investment in New Zealand infrastructure … to personal grievance Authority finds employee refused to work and therefore rejects grievance claims Authority takes a …
  • Boost Your Business: Sharing Your Story

    … Mauri, Tēnā koutou katoa and warm Pacific greetings to you all. Wellington Pasifika Business Network and Business Central invites our business community to come together for an evening of connection, learning, and … stories in a way that feels real and true to them. His work is grounded in the Pasifika community, keeping cultural …
  • Wellington Still Waiting for a Transport Solution

    … plan was due out in August, then November, now we have to wait until early 2019," says Chief Executive John … making people nervous about the government’s commitment to solving our transport bottlenecks."  "The government … "Even worse, projects already in the pipeline like Petone to Grenada and the Melling interchange are being ‘reviewed’ …
  • Team Leader Toolbox: Facilitating Your Team

    … This course will teach you how to build an effective team. It covers the tools that are required to lead, plan, delegate and manage the workload of your team … You will also learn about your leadership style and how to motivate your team members to achieve targets and perform …
  • Stage 1 Health & Safety Representatives

    … The purpose of this two-day course is to prepare anyone who wants to be officially recognised as an H&S Representative in their … and their respective duties under the Health & Safety at Work Act 2015. Learn how to identify and report on links to
  • Employer Bulletin | 19 June

    … the guilty pleas from White Island Tours Limited today to charges laid under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, related to their tour operations at Whakaari. Out of the 22 …
  • Stage 3 Health & Safety Representatives

    … The purpose of this two-day course is to extend the skills of the health and safety representative to an advanced level which allows you to develop the skills and tools you need to promote an even …
  • Employer Bulletin | 17 February

    … threshold for unjustified dismissal claims will apply to existing employment agreements after one year. The income … be pursued, will be introduced as part of upcoming changes to the Employment Relations Act.  “The $180,000 threshold will apply to new employment agreements once the Bill is passed and will …
  • Boost Your Business: Connecting with Your Customers

    … Mauri, Tēnā koutou katoa and warm Pacific greetings to you all. Wellington Pasifika Business Network and Business Central invites our business community to come together for an evening of connection, learning, and … than ever. This workshop will show you practical ways to market your business and connect with your audience. …
  • Half-year Economic and Fiscal Update & ‘mini-Budget’

    … means that there is limited ability for the Government to support new initiatives, including any substantial tax … The mini-Budget was largely a list of achievements to date and emphasis on the “100-day” plan of action, with … with the job – but it is still early days. There is much work to be done over the next 3 years, and beyond, to get the …
  • Menopause - it's time we talked about it

    … Welcome to the fourth conversation in our Women in Business chapter – … women differently, what good support looks like and how to normalise talking about it at work. Why be part of this conversation? Menopause is one of …
  • Businesses grateful for Level 2 decision

    … are in a position few other countries have the opportunity to be in," says John Milford, Wellington Chamber of Commerce … Business Central Chief Executive.  "The focus now needs to shift to restoring people’s livelihoods and rebuilding our economy. …
  • Employer Bulletin | 26 August

    … The coalition Government is providing immediate relief to employers with upcoming seasonal peaks by creating a new subcategory of the Specific Purpose Work Visa (SPWV). “We know in the coming months a number of … will need a significant number of additional workers to undertake key seasonal roles,” Immigration Minister Erica …
  • Employer Bulletin | 6 May

    … The coalition Government is refreshing its approach to supporting pay equity claims as time-limited funding for the Pay Equity Taskforce comes to an end, Public Service Minister Nicola Willis says. “Three years ago, the then-government introduced changes to the Equal Pay Act to support pay equity bargaining. The …
  • Meeting Rooms & Function Space Hire

    … are perfect for anything: workshops, meetings, small to medium events and after-work functions; we’ve got the right space for you. See a full … up and comfortable seating, this room can accommodate up to 25 people board room-style, providing a professional yet …
  • Employer Bulletin | 08 July

    … projects that support regional priorities are invited to apply for funding from the Regional Infrastructure Fund. … on growing the economy. We are doing everything we can to enable an export-led recovery, regional prosperity and … key investment categories – ‘resilience’ infrastructure to improve regions’ ability to absorb, adapt and respond to
  • Stage 1 Health & Safety Representatives

    … The purpose of this two-day course is to prepare anyone who wants to be officially recognised as an H&S Representative in their … and their respective duties under the Health & Safety at Work Act 2015. Learn how to identify and report on links to
  • Employer Bulletin | 19 August

    … Scheme and increasing the cap on the number of workers to 20,750 for the 2024/25 season. “Our Government is committed to increasing the number of RSE workers over time in line … “These changes are just the start. The next phase of our work programme will consider substantive, longer-term options …
  • Stage 1 Health & Safety Representatives

    … The purpose of this two-day course is to prepare anyone who wants to be officially recognised as an H&S Representative in their … and their respective duties under the Health & Safety at Work Act 2015. Learn how to identify and report on links to
  • Stage 1 Health & Safety Representatives

    … The purpose of this two-day course is to prepare anyone who wants to be officially recognised as an H&S Representative in their … and their respective duties under the Health & Safety at Work Act 2015. Learn how to identify and report on links to
  • Stage 1 Health & Safety Representatives

    … The purpose of this two-day course is to prepare anyone who wants to be officially recognised as an H&S Representative in their … and their respective duties under the Health & Safety at Work Act 2015. Learn how to identify and report on links to
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