Innovation in New Models of Tertiary Education BusinessNZ has welcomed the Government’s response to the Productivity Commission investigation into New Models of Tertiary Education. BusinessNZ Chief Executive Kirk Hope says the Government’s commitment to innovation is welcome.“Commitment to creating a more student-centred system and meeting the needs of employers is...

ETS changes make sense ETS changes make sense BusinessNZ and the Sustainable Business Council have welcomed changes signalled for New Zealand’s Emissions Trading Scheme. BusinessNZ Chief Executive Kirk Hope said the amendments to the ETS made sense in the international context. “The world is grappling with maintaining economic growth, reducing...

NZ economy ticking over NZ economy ticking over The BusinessNZ Planning Forecast for the June 2017 quarter shows positive performance in the New Zealand economy. Construction, tourism and agriculture are performing at a strong level and the services and manufacturing sectors are showing solid expansion. The global economy despite significant...

Labour policy missed opportunity for employers and employees to prosper together Labour policy – missed opportunity for employers and employees to prosper together Labour’s industrial relations policy would be a backward step for jobs and the economy, says BusinessNZ. Labour’s policy includes national awards negotiated across industries by unions. BusinessNZ...