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Local Advocacy Key To Central Response
Tuesday, 7 April 2020, 4:32 pm | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
"Cashflow, confidence and connection" are pivotal during these challenging times, says Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Leeann Watson. Ms Watson says the significant, sustained number of enquiries from local businesses ... More >>
Greater Support Needed From Local Government For Canterbury Businesses
Thursday, 2 April 2020, 9:25 am | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
Increased support from local Government is needed during the current climate, says Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Leeann Watson. Ms Watson says the current operating environment calls for a step-change from the status quo. ... More >>
Minimum Wage Increase Postponement "most Sensible Option"
Tuesday, 31 March 2020, 3:30 pm | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
The planned minimum wage increase for 1 April should be postponed to reduce pressure on businesses during an unprecedented and challenging time, says Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Leeann Watson. On 1 April the minimum wage will ... More >>
Business Continuity Package "will Support Cashflow And Confidence"
Tuesday, 17 March 2020, 3:06 pm | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
Today’s announcement around the Government’s Economic Response Package will provide some comfort and assurance for both employers and employees, says Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Leeann Watson. The $12.1 billion ... More >>
City Parking Increase "incredibly Disappointing"
Wednesday, 12 February 2020, 3:21 pm | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
The announcement around the proposed price increase for parking in Christchurch’s city centre has not been welcomed by the local business community, according to Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Leeann Watson. "This price ... More >>
Reserve Bank decision disappointing for small business
Thursday, 5 December 2019, 2:10 pm | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
Today’s announcement of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s decision on capital lending will have a significant impact on small business and rural-based sectors, according to Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Leeann Watson. More >>
Small Business Council report "a decisive plan for change"
Tuesday, 3 December 2019, 9:31 am | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
The release of The New Zealand Small Business Strategy could be the turning point for the New Zealand small business sector, according to Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Leeann Watson. More >>
New Board announced for The Chamber
Wednesday, 23 October 2019, 6:56 pm | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
The Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Board for 2019/2020 was announced at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday 23 October 2019. The successful candidates are: More >>
Taska Prosthetics and Ethique take out top business awards
Thursday, 19 September 2019, 8:21 am | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
Producer of the world’s first waterproof myoelectric prosthetic hand, TASKA Prosthetics, and the world’s first zero-waste beauty brand, Ethique, have taken out the Supreme Awards at this year’s Westpac Champion Business Awards . More >>
Immigration changes to benefit rural Canterbury
Tuesday, 17 September 2019, 5:05 pm | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
Today’s policy announcements around employer-assisted temporary work visa settings will provide welcome relief for some rural Canterbury businesses according to Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Leeann Watson. More >>
Chamber outlines business wishlist for Council candidates
Tuesday, 3 September 2019, 2:11 pm | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
The Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce has released a pre-election report that represents a local business perspective in the lead-up to the 2019 local election in Ōtautahi Christchurch. More >>
A welcomed investment for employer-led training
Thursday, 22 August 2019, 3:24 pm | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
The Government’s commitment to support literacy and numeracy training in the workplace is a strong signal from Government on recognising the importance of upskilling, reskilling and increasing productivity alongside their commitment to address the challenges ... More >>
Staff and societal wellbeing a key driver in business awards
Thursday, 8 August 2019, 8:17 am | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
This year’s finalists in The Westpac Champion Business Awards are all examples of highly adaptive, responsive and innovative local organisations, says Champion Canterbury Ltd Chair and Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive ... More >>
Global Settlement provides much-needed clarity and certainty
Monday, 29 July 2019, 3:09 pm | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
The Global Settlement between the Crown and Christchurch City Council released today provides strong inroads towards re-setting a normalised relationship between the two entities, says Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Leeann ... More >>
Budget overlooks business wellbeing
Thursday, 30 May 2019, 3:04 pm | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
Budget 2019 largely overlooks one of the key drivers of people’s wellbeing - their livelihoods, says Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Leeann Watson. More >>
Recognising business success more important than ever
Monday, 6 May 2019, 10:50 am | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
Entries to The Westpac Champion Business Awards are now open, with Leeann Watson, Chief Executive of the Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce saying the Awards have "never been more important". More >>
Skills Pledge a strong signal from Government
Thursday, 2 May 2019, 1:47 pm | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
The Government’s Aotearoa New Zealand Skills Pledge is a strong signal from Government on recognising the importance of upskilling, reskilling and increasing productivity alongside the Government’s commitment to address the challenges around the future ... More >>
Government makes right decision on CGT
Wednesday, 17 April 2019, 3:11 pm | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
The Government’s decision to not adopt the proposed capital gains tax (CGT) is the "right decision given the impact it would have had on business", says Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Leeann Watson. More >>
Bold action required for CCC Annual Plan
Monday, 1 April 2019, 11:48 am | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
The Christchurch City Council’s Annual Plan continues to overlook key opportunities for revenue building, increased engagement, prioritisation and central city development, says Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Leeann Watson. More >>
Capital gains tax disappointing for business
Thursday, 21 February 2019, 11:15 am | Canterbury Employers' Chamber Of Commerce
Key areas of the Tax Working Group Final Report released today were disappointing, says Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Leeann Watson. More >>
