The environment for enterprise would be boosted by the One Auckland recommendations of the Royal Commission on Auckland Governance, says BusinessNZ.
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Recent media releases from BusinessNZ.
New awards present opportunities for international business growth
As the entry deadline for the New Zealand International Business Awards approaches, BusinessNZ says they will provide timely learning opportunities, as well as a valuable prize for the winner.
Constructive approach by polytechs
BusinessNZ says the offer by a number of polytechnics to support the 9-day fortnight is helpful.
Service sector continues weak demand – PSI
Despite experiencing an improvement in activity levels for February, the service sector remains in contraction, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for February at 46.3.
Manufacturing declined further in February – PMI
Last month manufacturing declined to its second lowest level on record, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for February at 38.6.
Misconceptions on jobs summit
BusinessNZ Chief Executive Phil O’Reilly says there are some misconceptions around the outcomes of last week’s jobs summit.
ASEAN FTA places New Zealand in vital trade web
Tonight’s signing of the ASEAN free trade agreement places New Zealand in a good strategic place, says Phil O’Reilly of BusinessNZ.
NZ firms committed to their trainees – Jobs Summit survey
New Zealand businesses are displaying enormous commitment to their apprentices and trainees, a BusinessNZ survey has found.
Finance insights from Jobs Summit survey
A BusinessNZ survey suggests the credit crunch may not be as widespread as thought.
New approach to electricity governance recommended
A review of the electricity sector recommends a new approach to regulation.
Property rights help jobs and growth
BusinessNZ supports the principle of including property rights in the Bill of Rights Act.
Service sector has tough start to 2009 – PSI
Last month was the worst ever surveyed in the service sector, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for January at 42.7.