Local Government New Zealand’s announcement that it is reviewing local government funding will be welcome news for ratepayers.
Legislation
Guidelines for development contributions sought
Better council treatment of property developers would help housing affordability, says BusinessNZ.
State of the Environment reporting good news for business and the environment
Today’s announcement by the Environment Minister Amy Adams that the Government will legislate for independent environmental reporting is an important step forward for the future of New Zealand’s economy and environment.
Moderate changes to ERA
Proposed changes to the Employment Relations Act will improve but not significantly alter employment processes, says BusinessNZ.
Clarity needed on councils’ purpose
BusinessNZ says the purpose of local government needs to be properly established in new legislation.
Local government reform welcome and overdue
Local government reforms announced today will be positively received by business, says BusinessNZ.
National Awards and Strikes come with Labour’s employment policy
Employment policy released by the Labour Party today would lead straight back to strike-ridden National Awards, says BusinessNZ.
New taxes won’t make the boat go faster
Tax proposals announced by the Labour Party won’t make the boat go faster, says BusinessNZ.
Employment law becoming simpler, more practical
Opinion piece by Phil O’Reilly, CEO BusinessNZ
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.
Business supports local government amendment
Business supports changes to the Local Government Act to get better decision making by local authorities.
Holidays Act review welcomed
BusinessNZ has welcomed the appointment of a working group to review the Holidays Act 2003.