As we reflect on 2018, there is a feeling that it was a transformative year for hospitality; a year where the existing norms of the industry have been challenged, where new alliances have formed and where we can see some exciting new developments unfolding for the industry on the horizon. At the end of 2017 Read on
As a nation, we need to focus on addressing future demands for sustainable seafood by catching closer to those who cook, ensuring access to the best seafood and encouraging others to work with a wide variety of species as we are allowed. Here are some of the unique fish varieties available to the New Zealand Read on
Could your local eatery do with some well-deserved recognition? The search is on to find New Zealand’s best local restaurant! TVNZ is calling for Kiwis’ favourite restaurant nominations for a new food reality series coming to TVNZ in 2019. To put your favourite little gem on the map, nominate your best local restaurant! This Read on
A fresh look and new location at Bayfair Shopping Centre saw The Coffee Club get off to a strong start as the revamped mall opened its doors last week. The results for the opening weekend were one of the best seen by the brand and will be pleasing news for new franchisees, Billie Burrows and Read on
At an awards gala on Thursday 6 December, Marisa Bidois – Restaurant Association of New Zealand CEO – was presented with the Outstanding Contribution to the Hospitality and Tourism Community Award by AUT. AUT’s School of Hospitality and Tourism holds an awards event every year to acknowledge its top students and to recognise industry achievements. The Award Read on
As we head into the tail end of 2018, we reach that time of the year when future forecasting begins – everyone is looking for the best indicators of food and dining trends for the New Year. Though not quite at the point where machines take over our restaurants and our meals appear at the Read on
The winds of change are once again blowing through the employment law landscape. Throughout this year, we have seen numerous bills make their way through Parliament, amending and adding to employment law. Some of these changes are set to come into force next year. So what do you need to know? Employment Relations Amendment Bill Read on
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is currently receiving high numbers of visa applications. This is likely to continue until March 2019. This is typical for this time of year as visitor and student visa applications experience a peak from November to March due to the summer season and the beginning of a new academic year. You Read on
172 restaurants, nationwide, received the iconic Beef and Lamb Excellence Award. Chef Peter Gordon: ‘Hugely proud’ of world-class New Zealand beef and lamb. 172 restaurants have received the longest running culinary award in New Zealand, the Beef and Lamb Excellence Award for 2019 after a tough and rigorous assessment process. Now in their 23rd year, the Read on
Changes to the Employment Relations Amendment Bill will make parts of the legislation more acceptable to business. A supplementary order paper lodged by the Government would address some key concerns, BusinessNZ Chief Executive Kirk Hope said. Areas softened in the Bill are provisions on union access and multi-employer collective agreements (MECAs). Kirk Hope said the Read on
As many operators are already planning their Christmas rostering, below are some key considerations to help you manage the public holidays over this period. Be sure to check out our Holiday Survival Kit for a full overview to stay prepared this holiday season. The public holidays over the Christmas / New Year period in 2018/2019 Read on
Over the last few months we have shared information with you about payday filing. Although payday filing is currently voluntary, it becomes mandatory in April next year. This means that you need to get your business ready to start payday filing as soon as possible before it becomes compulsory. Some of you may have attended Read on