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Let’s have a conversation about welfare
A full range of options should be considered for tackling our high benefit numbers, says BusinessNZ.
Targeting workplace skills positive
Employers will welcome further targeting of the Training Opportunities Programme (TOPS), says BusinessNZ.
Interest-free loans need scrutiny
BusinessNZ says action is needed on the country’s $11 billion student loan debt.
School PPPs good for education & enterprise
The Government’s plans to progress public-private partnerships for school buildings are good news, says BusinessNZ.
Steady as she goes for service sector pick-up – PSI
The service sector continued to show improved signs of growth, despite some areas of the sector still facing difficult times, with a seasonally adjusted PSI for June at 55.7.
Employment changes thoughtful, moderate
Planned changes to employment legislation are thoughtful, moderate, and will be more likely to foster productivity, says BusinessNZ Chief Executive Phil O’Reilly.
Over-reaction not warranted
Sensible adjustment in a couple of areas of employment law don’t warrant over-reaction, says BusinessNZ.
June jump keeps manufacturing activity on track – PMI
The month of June saw a pick-up in the level of expansion for the manufacturing sector, with a seasonally adjusted PMI for June at 56.2.
Safety and fairness in ACC experience rating
Experience rating in ACC would be a major step towards increased safety and fairness, says BusinessNZ.
Fairness the key requirement in government purchases
Fairness is the key requirement in government procurement policies, says BusinessNZ.
BusinessNZ launches ground-breaking new website for manufacturers
BusinessNZ is today launching a new online resource specially designed to help manufacturing businesses in New Zealand to raise their game.
Business supports local government amendment
Business supports changes to the Local Government Act to get better decision making by local authorities.