Key immigration changes rolling out across 2026
Several significant immigration changes are rolling out across 2026 that will directly impact hospitality employers recruiting and retaining migrant workers Read on
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MICHELIN Guide New Zealand: the first selection is revealed on 30 June
The wait is almost over! The MICHELIN Guide will announce New Zealand’s inaugural selection in Auckland on 30 June. The Read on
Fuel Response Plan update
As we continue to navigate pressures from the world crisis the Government has released details of changes to their Fuel Read on
Westpac Managing Your Money financial wellbeing webinars – June 2026
Everyone can use a little extra help when it comes to reaching their money goals. Westpac’s Managing Your Money programme is delivering Read on
Free online food safety training now available for hospitality
Hospitality businesses across New Zealand can now access free online food safety training, following the recent announcement from Minister for Read on
Supporting Pink Shirt Day 2026 in hospitality
Friday, 15 May, marks Pink Shirt Day Aotearoa. The day is a nationwide movement that encourages people to speak up Read on
Creating positive hospitality workplaces
Hospitality is built on people. Great workplaces don’t happen by accident — they are created through strong leadership, clear expectations, Read on
New Partnership announcement: International talent and immigration support for members
We’re excited to announce a new partnership with 1881 Global Mobility, expanding the workforce support available to Restaurant Association members. Read on
A Modern Slavery Bill is moving through Parliament – next steps
A bipartisan Modern Slavery Bill — backed by both National and Labour — has passed its first reading in Parliament, Read on
Fuel surcharges — is it something you’re considering?
Right now, many of us are feeling the pressure from fuel in more ways than one. We’re seeing it come Read on
5 last-minute tips to maximise Mothers Day
A lot has been going on lately and you’d be forgiven if Mothers Day has crept up faster than you Read on
A new leave law is on the way — what is being proposed?
The Employment Leave Bill is making its way through Parliament and, if passed, will replace the Holidays Act 2003. The Read on