We have been contacted by a number of members who want to know how to show their support for the families directly affected by the Christchurch attacks and our Muslim community. We are getting behind DineAid, who have started a month long campaign to raise money for those in need. There are 2 fund-raising options to choose from: Ask Read on
We are all in shock regarding the attacks that occurred in Central Christchurch. Our deepest sympathies are with all of those people who are affected. Employment / Business guidance There may be some businesses who were affected by the central city lock down and any advice over the weekend for people to stay away from Read on
The Education Minister recently released a set of wide-ranging proposals to strengthen vocational education so that school leavers get high quality training opportunities, employers get the skills they need, and New Zealanders are better equipped for the changing nature of work. The Coalition Government proposes to establish a unified, coordinated, national system of vocational education Read on
BY SERENA IRVING DIRECTOR, JDW CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS If one-third of your costs rose by 20% over three years, would your business survive? My first employer doubled my wages every year until Prime Minister, Sir Robert Muldoon, instigated a wage and price freeze to curb inflation. My employer was my Dad, I was aged six, and Read on
When Inland Revenue says your business is to be audited, the most important things to remember are: be prepared and don’t panic. You may even come out of it with a tax refund. Who gets audited? Inland Revenue can audit any business. It uses a range of methods to select who to audit, but won’t Read on
It is already clear that employers will be significantly impacted by legislation changes in 2019. The Government is consulting on proposals that, if they come into force, will dramatically affect the process around employer-assisted temporary work visas. The Government says the proposals have two strategic objectives: firstly, for employers to place more New Zealanders into Read on
Survey of hospitality owners cite plant-based menus, technology and delivering exceptional experiences as 2019’s top dining trends Vegan and vegetarianism, increased use of technology and offering exceptional experiences to diners. These are some of the key trends expected to make an impact on the New Zealand food scene this year, according to recent research by Read on
Neville Waldren, founding CEO of the Restaurant Association of New Zealand, has passed away. Sadly Neville Waldren passed away on Sunday, 10 February 2019. He was the founding CEO of the Restaurant Association of New Zealand and served the Association for over 20 years. Neville saw the Association transition from the Foodservice Association to the Restaurant Read on
Small Business: Restaurants taking inspiration from South-East Asia – Comensa Group Restaurant group co-owner Krishna Botica discusses South East-Asian food being the flavour of the month and the logistics of running a food business. What does your business do? We have a few different businesses all under our hospitality group Comensa, all dining experiences, providing Read on
Over the last few months, we’ve shared lots of information to help employers around New Zealand get ready for payday filing. All employers need to be payday filing from 1 April 2019, but if you think you’re ready to start payday filing now, February is a great time to opt in. It’ll give you time Read on
Foodies invited to help find the country’s favourite food producer and farmers’ market. Kiwi foodies are being encouraged to help uncover the country’s favourite food producer and Farmers’ Market as part of the 2019 Outstanding NZ Food Producer Awards. The Coast People’s Choice Awards encourages food lovers to share the name of their ‘go to’ Read on
Food businesses operating before 1 March 2016 must transition and be registered under the Food Act 2014 by 28 February 2019. Food businesses operating and registered under either the Food Act 1981 or Food Hygiene Regulations 1974 would have been operating under a food safety programme (FSP). Under the Food Act 2014, FSPs are deemed Read on