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  • Project Management for Non-Project Managers

    … management skills. It covers the key concepts, tools, and techniques needed to manage projects successfully.  Key … is suitable for people who are required to lead projects and who might not have a formal project management … their own projects, whether in their small businesses or as part of other organisations.        Learning Outcomes   …
  • Positive Workplaces – Resilient People

    … of creating a positive workplace culture for your business and how resilient employees contribute to this goal. There … workplace especially for productivity, employee morale and wellbeing. Recognising what the stressors are for your people and how they can become more mentally, emotionally, and
  • Employer Bulletin | 09 December

    … Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden says it is important … in the personal grievance system for poor behaviour or performance and is introducing changes to personal grievances to …
  • Labour Shortage Straining Business, Delta drives down confidence: Survey Finds

    … it is harder to find staff than this time last year, and a similar number experiencing increased salary … every industry in our region," said Business Central and Wellington Chamber Chief Executive Simon Arcus. "There’s … impacts on businesses - their operations, bottom line, and mental wellbeing."  Three quarters of businesses are …
  • Introducing Sustainability: The What, the Why and the How for Business

    … why a sustainability plan is important for your business and how it can be practically applied in your workplace. It … your peers from other businesses, gain an inspired view, and learn about practical actions for making an impact … looks for your business and how you can deliver impact, or if you supply large corporates who are asking questions …
  • Boost Your Business: Building Your Business Community

    … Noa'ia, Ni sa bula vinaka, Mauri, Tēnā koutou katoa and warm Pacific greetings to you all. Wellington Pasifika Business Network and Business Central invites our business community to come … you're at: New businesses and side hustles Family-run or small teams Long-time businesses looking for fresh ways to …
  • Due Diligence

    … This could be as an owner, executive, board member or senior manager. The course covers how to remain compliant and work towards cost reduction and increased productivity. Key audience: This course is …
  • Employer Bulletin | 15 April

    … Trade and Agriculture Minister Hon Todd McClay will visit China, to strengthen relationships, support Kiwi exporters and promote New Zealand businesses on the world stage.   … for submission. If you have any questions, about this case or other employment relation matters, call the Advice Line …
  • All Things Carbon – Measure and Reduce

    … will cover everything you need to know to start measuring and reducing your carbon emissions. It will demonstrate how carbon measurement and reduction can help reduce business costs, prepare you for … businesses ready to start measuring and reducing emissions or team leaders of an organisation affected by carbon …
  • Employment Essentials for Managers

    … every manager. Managing well requires skill, expertise, and experience, all applied within a framework of processes and procedures that are fair, transparent, and legally … This course is suitable for all managers whether new or needing a refresher after being in the role for a while. …
  • Employment Essentials for Managers

    … every manager. Managing well requires skill, expertise, and experience, all applied within a framework of processes and procedures that are fair, transparent, and legally … This course is suitable for all managers whether new or needing a refresher after being in the role for a while. …
  • Employment Essentials for Managers

    … every manager. Managing well requires skill, expertise, and experience, all applied within a framework of processes and procedures that are fair, transparent, and legally … This course is suitable for all managers whether new or needing a refresher after being in the role for a while. …
  • Employment Essentials for Managers

    … every manager. Managing well requires skill, expertise, and experience, all applied within a framework of processes and procedures that are fair, transparent, and legally … This course is suitable for all managers whether new or needing a refresher after being in the role for a while. …
  • Employer Bulletin | 19 June

    … Tours Limited today to charges laid under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, related to their tour operations … eruption, 19 were customers of White Island Tours, and two were employees. WorkSafe New Zealand alleges that … Tours Limited failed to conduct adequate risk assessments and implement necessary safety measures to minimize the risk …
  • Businesses grateful for Level 2 decision

    … "It has certainly not been easy and the lockdown has been stressful for business owners and employees alike. But, we all played our part well and are in a position few other countries have the …
  • Due Diligence

    … This could be as an owner, executive, board member or senior manager. The course covers how to remain compliant and work towards cost reduction and increased productivity. Key audience: This course is …
  • Employer Bulletin | 3 February

    … allow visitors to work remotely for an overseas employer or client. The change applies to applications received from 27 January 2025 for all visitors, including tourists and people visiting family, and partners and guardians on longer-term visitor visas. …
  • Labour policies and business

    … towards economic management, infrastructure plans, and workplace relations. Key Messages: The new Government has an opportunity to work constructively and collaboratively with business to execute a recovery plan … environment. The Government has the opportunity, mandate and money to create and start to execute a programme of …
  • Trans-Tasman Bubble Announcement A Clear Signal - Government Must Follow Through

    … "The Government must follow through and provide more information about the lead-times and detail about what needs to happen for the bubble to … ditch.  "Australia is our door to the rest of the world and about 70 per cent of our direct international arrivals - …
  • Employer Bulletin | 14 October

    … Apprenticeship Boost will prioritise critical industries and targeted occupations that are essential to addressing New Zealand’s skills shortages and rebuilding the economy, Tertiary Education and Skills … for submission If you have any questions, about this case or other employment relation matters, call the Advice Line …
  • Employer Bulletin | 19 August

    … is supporting the growth of New Zealand’s horticulture and viticulture industries, by revitalising the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) Scheme and increasing the cap on the number of workers to 20,750 for … demand, while balancing the availability of New Zealanders and accommodation for workers,” Immigration Minister Erica …
  • Boost Your Business: Understanding and Using AI

    … Noa'ia, Ni sa bula vinaka, Mauri, Tēnā koutou katoa and warm Pacific greetings to you all. Wellington Pasifika Business Network and Business Central invites our business community to come … you're at: New businesses and side hustles Family-run or small teams Established businesses wanting to use AI Sole …
  • Employer Bulletin | 02 December

    … Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden says an upcoming change … they have the right fit for their high impact leadership and specialist roles. Cabinet has agreed to introduce an … into unjustified dismissal protection if they choose to or negotiate their own dismissal procedures that work for …
  • Wellington's Chambers of Commerce welcome the 'Option D' outcome, it’s now time to get Welly moving

    … options, which show Option D is the most favoured option and that an overwhelming majority of 65 per cent (1044 of … clear need to fix the current issues that under-investment and poor planning has created to date, and get it right going forward by planning ahead.  "A survey …
  • Government must move urgently on COVID-19 relief

    … small businesses across the hospitality, hotel, tourism, and retail sectors, and those that export primary produce, are feeling the pinch right now, and the Government must do what it can to ensure they can …
  • AdviceLine

    … service that provides members with professional advice and training to succeed in many aspects of business. Our team is here for you The AdviceLine Team helps and supports employers by providing the latest practical … advice. The Team handle thousands of queries each year and also publish a range of comprehensive guides for …
  • Amanda Wood

    … Chief Executive of the Wellington Chamber of Commerce and Business Central, where she also serves as Member Services Manager, leading learning and development, events, international trade, and a number of thought leadership initiatives. Amanda has …
  • Customer Service essentials

    … have a strong product knowledge, effective communication and listening skills, and polished customer service etiquette. Key audience: This … with customers on a regular basis, whether by phone or in person, and people who would like to gain a strong, …
  • All Things Carbon – Measure and Reduce

    … will cover everything you need to know to start measuring and reducing your carbon emissions. It will demonstrate how carbon measurement and reduction can help reduce business costs, prepare you for … businesses ready to start measuring and reducing emissions or team leaders of an organisation affected by carbon …
  • Employer Bulletin | 27 May

    … March 2024 quarter, after adjusting for price inflation and seasonal effects, according to the latest figures … in retail activity in the March 2024 quarter were food and beverage services, motor vehicle and parts retailing, … of zero employees Employer does not investigate allegation or listen to employee’s explanation Eight news updates of …
  • Stage 1 Health & Safety Representatives

    … you to the key elements of effective worker participation and engagement. It also covers the key strategies and tools … who would like to know about the requirements for the role or who have employees in these positions. Learning outcomes … as an H&S Representative in their workplace. … Stage 1 Health & Safety Representatives …
  • Foundations of Leadership - Core

    … that are required to confidently 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 … $720 (+GST) Course details Duration: One day, in person or online. Time: 9am-4pm  Course includes: Workbook, arrival …
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