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NZ economy – on course but some risks
The BusinessNZ Planning Forecast shows the New Zealand economy is set to achieve around 3.5 percent growth in the short term – one of the highest growth rates in the OECD.
Seismic strengthening policy needs rethink
New exemptions from seismic strengthening requirements show the policy is inconsistent and unnecessary, says BusinessNZ.
Japanese business delegation visits Auckland
A delegation of Japanese business leaders is accompanying Japan’s Prime Minister Abe on a visit to New Zealand, and will meet with New Zealand business leaders in Auckland.
Inspiring Action: More Women in Leadership
Business supports increased numbers of women in leadership positions BusinessNZ CEO Phil O’Reilly said, addressing the Inspiring Action seminar in Wellington on 1 July 2014.
Labour blaming employers for skill shortages
The Labour party appears to think that employers are to blame for skills shortages, says BusinessNZ.
Two levels of minimum wage under Labour
Labour’s immigration policy would create two different levels of minimum wage, says BusinessNZ.
Bay of Plenty Export Awards winners announced
History was made last night as Surtees Boats were the first company to take out the Emerging Exporter of the Year, and the Exporter of the Year awards in consecutive years in the BNZ Bay of Plenty ExportNZ Awards 25 year history.
Spending restraint welcome but higher tax not
Labour’s signals of more discipline in spending are welcome, but its higher tax proposals are concerning, says BusinessNZ
BIAC Survey highlights
Business actions key to advancing women’s economic empowerment
G20 conference on small business
Phil O’Reilly attended the G20 conference on small business in Australia on 20 June as a representative of BusinessNZ and the BIAC.
Plenty happening to Celebrate NZ Food in July
New Zealand food will be showcased throughout July with a range of initiatives planned for Buy NZ Made’s “Food Month”.
Catch 22 for new industry?
The Environmental Protection Authority has turned down an application by Trans-Tasman Resources Ltd to start a new industry in the Exclusive Economic Zone off the coast of Taranaki.