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Guidance on new anti-corruption law
New Zealand has a strong reputation for being free and intolerant of bribery and corruption. In November 2015, the Organised Crime and Anti-corruption Legislation Bill was passed. On 1 December 2015, New Zealand ratified the United Nations Convention Against Corruption. New Zealand's ability to combat corruption is now stronger than ever. To help New Zealand businesses comply with our law, the ...
Paid parental leave changes ahead
Having a child is an exciting time that usually involves paid and unpaid time off work. The Government has made some changes to paid parental leave, with others to follow. It’s important you know how this will affect your workers and business. From 1 April, staff who’ve worked for you for six months or more will be entitled to 18 weeks of ...
Four minute round-up of 2016’s law changes
Here’s a summary of upcoming law changes that affect small businesses — check out which apply to you. Health and safety at work When: 4 April 2016 What: The new law says you need to do what’s “reasonably practicable” to manage health and safety risks at work. This means you’re expected to do what a reasonable person would do in your situation. It’s ...
Free H&S Rep Training
Health and safety at work law is changing from 4 April 2016. And it’s important that you know how the changes affect you and your business. To help businesses prepare for the changes, the government is offering free transition training for existing health and safety representatives (HSRs). Safety ’n Action Ltd is providing this training in collaboration with WorkSafe and MBIE, ...
Tax Talk Newsletter Feb / Mar 16
TPP: What it means for small businesses - Negotiations for the Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade agreement have concluded. The 12 Asia-Pacific countries involved account for 36% of the global economy – but what does it mean for your business? If you export goods/services to Asia-Pacific countries, then you’re not alone. In 2014, TPP countries were the destination for 40% of NZ’s ...