Government announces event boost fund
The Government has announced a boost for major events and tourism projects, with the Restaurant Association welcoming the $70 million Read on
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NZ’s two-speed economy: what it means for hospitality
New Zealand is increasingly experiencing what economists describe as a two-speed economy. While some sectors and regions are thriving, others, Read on
Lift bookings with smarter online visibility
Your online presence is now your front door, often the first (and sometimes only) impression a potential customer will have Read on
Important upcoming changes to work-based learning sector
You may be aware that the Government has announced its intention for the work-based learning divisions of Te Pūkenga, which Read on
Getting Ahead of the Spring Rush: Your August Action Plan
Winter’s grip is starting to loosen, and before we know it everyone will be talking about spring menus and outdoor Read on
Scam alert – Investment scam linked to remote access
We’ve been alerted of an investment scam doing the rounds that’s allowing scammers to gain access to people’s phones. An Read on
Hospitality left behind: New seasonal visas miss the mark for our industry
Key Points: Hospitality business owners have been holding their breath for some good news about workforce solutions. Unfortunately, the Government’s Read on
Westpac Managing Your Money financial wellbeing webinars
Everyone can use a little extra help when it comes to reaching their money goals. Westpac’s Managing Your Money programme Read on
Government to Ban Card Payment Surcharges
What hospitality operators need to know The Government has announced plans to ban card payment surcharges on in-store transactions, including Read on
Restaurant Association Welcomes Commerce Commission Decision on Payment Fee Regulation
The Restaurant Association is celebrating the Commerce Commission’s final decision to regulate interchange fees on Visa and Mastercard transactions, marking Read on
Music, Meatballs & Manaakitanga: why licensing matters at Coco’s Cantina
Restaurant Association members, Coco’s Cantina owner-operator, Renee Coulter, shares her thoughts on the role of music in hospitality, the surprise Read on
Hospitality’s wage cost reality check
Rising costs, cautious consumers, and a tight labour market have created the perfect storm for New Zealand’s hospitality industry. For Read on