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ETS stable for now
New Zealand’s emissions trading system remains stable following decisions released today, says BusinessNZ.
Absenteeism costs $1.3 billion
An estimated 6.1 million days of work absences cost the New Zealand economy approximately $1.3 billion last year, according to the first Wellness in the Workplace survey to be conducted here.
Slow slide down rankings requires urgent action
The business community will want urgent, focused action to ensure better education performance, says BusinessNZ.
G20 role vindicates trans-Tasman work
Being part of next year’s G20 deliberations is a result of the strong Australia-New Zealand partnership, says BusinessNZ.
Sydney leadership forum focuses on building Asia-ready capabilities
The 9th Australia New Zealand Leadership Forum, which took place in Sydney on Wednesday 27 November, concluded with delegates resolving to build the capacity of both countries to take advantage of new opportunities in the Asia Pacific region, say the Forum Co-Chairs.
Sydney leadership forum marks 30 years of CER
The 9th Australia New Zealand Leadership Forum meeting in Sydney on 27 November takes place as both countries celebrate 30 years of Closer Economic Relations (CER) and seek to take advantage of new opportunities in Asia, say the Forum Co-Chairs.
Work on water quality ignored
The range of work underway on freshwater quality is significant, says BusinessNZ.
Outstanding October – PSI
New Zealand’s services sector continued to push higher in terms of expansion, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for October at 58.2.
Business Growth Agenda net benefit to the economy
The latest progress report on the Business Growth Agenda shows milestones being achieved towards the Government’s goal of a more competitive, productive economy, says BusinessNZ.
Contracting out of personal grievances sensible
Excluding higher paid employees from personal grievances makes sense, says BusinessNZ.
Onwards and upwards – PMI
New Zealand’s manufacturing sector recorded its 11th consecutive month in expansion as activity in the sector rose during October, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for October at 55.7.
NZ Made food and drink the big winners at People’s Choice Awards
The overall winners of the Buy NZ Made People’s Choice Awards, in association with TSB Bank have been announced at SKYCITY Auckland this evening.