Pre-employment drug testing in industries where it is warranted will help increase the work-readiness of jobseekers coming off benefits, says BusinessNZ.
Media Releases
Recent media releases from BusinessNZ.
Culture of innovation needed
A culture of innovation is needed to catapult NZ’s economic performance, says BusinessNZ.
Easing of expansion continues in service sector – PSI
Expansion levels for the service sector dipped for the second consecutive month, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for July at 53.1.
Neither here nor there – PMI
NZ’s manufacturing sector remains largely in a holding pattern, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for July at 49.4.
Bold goal requires action
The progress report Building Export Markets shows the significant work being done by business and Government to grow NZ’s international competitiveness, says BusinessNZ.
School performance data good step forward
The availability of school performance information on the Ministry of Education’s website has been welcomed by BusinessNZ.
Choice and flexibility good for learners
The inclusion of another option for quality schooling is welcome, says BusinessNZ.
Industry training changes welcomed
Changes to industry training announced today are moves in the right direction, says BusinessNZ.
Business must be involved in Christchurch CBD development
The blueprint for the centre of Christchurch is exciting not just for Christchurch but for all NZ says BusinessNZ.
Service sector continues expansion path – PSI
Despite a dip in expansion levels, the service sector remains on the right side of growth, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for June at 54.3.
ATI important for new business, new science
The establishment of the Advanced Technology Institute addresses a significant need for business, says BusinessNZ.
Mid-year middling – PMI
Manufacturing activity produced a mid-year flat patch, which was in line with offshore movements, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for June at 50.2.