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14 April 2021
In this weeks Latest Word we discuss the trans-Tasman travel bubble and what this will look like for business. Read Latest Word here.
NewstalkZB Business Update
13 April 2021
Leeann Watson was interviewed for The Chamber's regular segment on NewstalkZB Canterbury Mornings with Chris Lynch. This week they discussed how the city is faring and quarantine-free travel with Australia.
Media release: Trans-Tasman bubble “a welcome relief” for Canterbury businesses
6 April 2021
Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Leeann Watson says businesses have been eagerly awaiting today’s announcement regarding the trans-Tasman travel bubble.
The Prime Minister today announced that Cabinet has approved a proposal for quarantine-free trans-Tasman travel, set to come into effect on April 19.. Read our media release here.
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31 March 2021
In this weeks Latest Word we discuss the Minimum Wage increase on 1 April 2021 and other business-focused legislation changes. Read Latest Word here.
NewstalkZB Business Update
30 March 2021
Leeann Watson was interviewed for The Chamber's regular segment on NewstalkZB Canterbury Mornings with Chris Lynch. This week they discussed travel bubbles and the rising costs for business, particularly small business, with all of the new legislation.
Listen here.
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17 March 2021
In this weeks Latest Word we discuss the return to Alert Level 1 and the COVID vaccine rollout. Read Latest Word here.
NewstalkZB Business Update
16 March 2021
Joris de Vocht was interviewed for The Chamber's regular segment on NewstalkZB Canterbury Mornings with Chris Lynch. This week they discussed
Digital Boost , a Government initiative to assist businesses in the adoption of digital tools.
Metropol | The Influencers: Leeann Watson
4 March 2021
The last few weeks have intensified the spotlight on Covid-19. We have seen changes in Alert Levels, which have again caused disruption in our community. However this time we were all better prepared, with systems and practices in place to be able to respond. Read more.
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3 March 2021
In this weeks Latest Word we discuss the recent rise in Alert Levels and how this effects business. Read Latest Word here.
NewstalkZB Business Update
2 March 2021
Leeann Watson was interviewed for The Chamber's regular segment on NewstalkZB Canterbury Mornings with Chris Lynch. This week they discussed the move to Alert Level 2, and what we can all be doing to help keep each other safe.
BusinessNZ Update
1 March 2021
In the latest BusinessNZ update Chief Executive Kirk Hope discusses the latest shift in Alert Levels and what support is available for business.
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17 February 2021
In this weeks Latest Word we discuss the new Resurgence Support Payment following the recent drop in Alert Levels and more. Read Latest Word here.
NewstalkZB Business Update
16 February 2021
Leeann Watson was interviewed for The Chamber's regular segment on NewstalkZB Canterbury Mornings with Chris Lynch. This week they discussed COVID developments.
Media release: Vaccine announcement “very positive news”
12 February 2021
The Prime Minister’s announcement today regarding the arrival of the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine and subsequent rollout is “very positive news” for the business community. The vaccine will arrive in Aotearoa New Zealand next week with vaccinations for border workers to start from Saturday of next week. Household contacts of those workers will be the next group, followed by healthcare and essential workers, the elderly and vulnerable. The remainder of the population is expected to be vaccinated from the start of the second half of the year. Read our media release here.
Lost in translation - giving and receiving feedback across cultures
Column by Chamber Business Advisor Lisa Burdes
4 February 2021
Constructive and valuable feedback is crucial but what about when the feedback is taken in the wrong way to which it was intended, or even worse, not understood at all? Many employers are not aware of the different ways that various cultures provide and receive feedback in the workplace. For those managers or even workmates who need to communicate effectively with those from other cultures, it can be useful to put some thought and research into feedback styles. This article by our SkillsConnect Canterbury Business Advisor, Lisa Burdes, offers some useful advice here.
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3 February 2021
In our first Latest Word of 2021, we discuss key developments over summer, including the release of the Climate Change Commission report. Read Latest Word here.
NewstalkZB Business Update
2 February 2021
Leeann Watson was interviewed for The Chamber's regular segment on NewstalkZB Canterbury Mornings with Chris Lynch. This week they discussed the year ahead.
BusinessNZ Policy Update
1 February 2021
Here is the first episode of BusinessNZ Policy Update for 2021. This week, Chief Executive Kirk Hope reflects on the Climate Change Commission's recommendations for reaching net zero emissions by 2050. He also discusses sick leave entitlements, supply chain disruption and the potential addition of the UK to the CPTPP.
NewstalkZB Business Update
19 January 2021
Joris de Vocht was interviewed for The Chamber's regular segment on NewstalkZB Canterbury Mornings with Chris Lynch. This week they discussed Waitaha Canterbury businesses and innovation.
COVID-19 Update
21 December 2020
In our last
COVID-19 Update of the year, we look at the Digital Boost programme, visa changes, and the country's resurgence plan.
Media release: Digital Boost initiative important to support small business sector
21 December 2020
Today’s launch of the first initiative of the Government-funded Digital Boost programme will significantly benefit small businesses across the economy. The skills training and support initiative, available from today, is the first initiative to be launched from the Digital Boost programme, which is a partnership between the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) and the private sector to support thousands of small businesses in realising the benefits of using digital tools and technologies in their business.
Read our media release here.
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18 December 2020
In today's
Latest Word we discuss the proposed travel bubble with Australia, vaccinations, and UC's graduation ceremonies.
Upcoming Training and Events 2021
15 December 2020
With 2021 just around the corner we've been busy planning for the year ahead which will include a comprehensive training and events programme.
Whether you are wanting to keep up to date with the latest business insights and news, hone your professional skills or work on your personal development, The Chambers 2021 programme of training and events offers plenty of opportunities.
Click here to see upcoming training in 2021
Click here to see some exciting new events in 2021
14 December 2020
The Chamber welcomes the Government’s focus on lifting small business performance, including the establishment of a specialist regulatory review unit. Small Business Minister Stuart Nash has said that a specialist unit has been set up inside the Ministry of Business to scrutinise new and existing regulations to ensure they are relevant and effective and do not unnecessarily hinder small firms. As a member of the Small Business Council, this was one of the recommendations made and we have advocated for such a role to be set up within central Government. Read our media release here.
NewstalkZB Business Update
14 December 2020
Leeann Watson was interviewed for The Chamber's regular segment on NewstalkZB Canterbury Mornings with Chris Lynch. This week they discussed what's in store for businesses in 2021.
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2 December 2020
In this week's Latest Word , we discuss a number of recent developments, including the new Privacy Act, extension of the business debt relief, and the Government's $6 million into farmer-led projects.
New Chamber President
1 December 2020
Last week, The Chamber had our first Board meeting following our AGM. At this meeting, the Board voted in Paul Deavoll as the new President, and Jenni Callaghan and Benjamin Badger as Vice-Presidents. Mr Deavoll says: "It’s a privilege to serve on The Chamber which represents the voice of Canterbury business. I’m certainly looking forward to working with the Board, Leeann and her team to continue to serve our membership and to support and create opportunities for the wider Canterbury business sector." We also welcomed new Board members Mark Allan and Jo Pennycuick.
NewstalkZB Business Update
1 December 2020
Leeann Watson was interviewed for The Chamber's regular segment on NewstalkZB Canterbury Mornings with Chris Lynch. This week they discussed retail spending and the summer events line-up.
Metropol column
30 November 2020
In our recent Metropol column, Leeann Watson wraps up our Canterbury Business Champions campaign, where we heard some amazing stories of innovation, nimbleness, determination, collaboration and kindness, and together celebrated what it is that makes our business community so unique.
Q&A with Hon Stuart Nash: What's he doing for business25 November 2020
Last week, the Auckland Business Chamber, as part of the BusinessNZ Network, streamed a conversation with Hon Stuart Nash , Minister of Economic & Regional Development, Forestry, Small Business and Tourism. The Q&A covered what Minister Nash intends to do for small and medium businesses over the coming three years.
Media release: New funding recognises rural sector’s strong focus on sustainability
20 November 2020
The Government’s investment of more than $6 million into farmer-led projects to improve water health in Canterbury and Otago reinforces the important sustainability work already undertaken by the rural sector.
Agriculture Minister Damien O’Connor has announced that the funding will be spent on helping farmers improve the health of rivers, wetlands, and habitat biodiversity in the two regions, as well as improving long-term land management practices. Read our media release here.
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