Supporting Hospitality as an economic driver and global attraction crucial for Budget 2025
The Restaurant Association will be looking for signs that Budget 2025 is providing targeted support for hospitality, empowering our sector Read on
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RA partner American Express to provide $3.95M in support for restaurants worldwide
Applications are now open to small business owners who qualify for one of American Express’ signature grant programmes in 2025: Read on
Update on RA Mental Health Project
The Restaurant Association, in partnership with Hospitality NZ have been developing a mental health support platform in collaboration with Helmet, Read on
Kiwis and Their Doggy Bags: Food Waste in NZ Restaurants
In a recent interview on Seven Sharp, our CEO Marisa Bidois discussed findings from our latest survey on Kiwis’ attitudes Read on
Government announces shift to independent work-based learning model for hospitality
The hospitality industry is welcoming today’s announcement by Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds that the Government will implement an independent, Read on
Minister welcomes release of industry report
Hon Louise Upston Welcome insights to make hospitality thrive Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston has welcomed a report from Read on
Collaborative roadmap released to address key challenges for hospitality
The Restaurant Association and Hospitality New Zealand have released the full report from the 2024 Hospitality Summit, held at Parliament Read on
Work rights for more Interim Visa holders
Immigration New Zealand have announced that more Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) applicants can receive Interim Visas that allow them Read on
Restaurant Association welcomes health and safety law reforms for low-risk businesses
Restaurant Association welcomes health and safety law reforms for low-risk businesses The Restaurant Association of New Zealand welcomes the Government’s Read on
Restaurant Association launches new Customer Rating System
Turning the tables – literally – on difficult diners In a bold move to balance the scales in the hospitality Read on
Evolving Hospitality Awards to Strengthen Local Industry Leadership
For years, the Restaurant Association of New Zealand has organised and hosted regional hospitality awards, celebrating the incredible talent and Read on
Warm Kiwi hospitality on show thanks to regional tourism boost
We’re really pleased to see the Government’s latest investment in boosting regional tourism over the coming months. This is typically Read on