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Simplifying Local Government Will Make It Easier To Do Business
Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 2:17 pm | EMA
EMA Head of Advocacy and Strategy Alan McDonald says businesses often mention the difficulties of navigating multi-layered local government structures. More >>
Auckland City Deal Sets Direction - Now Progress Must Follow, Says EMA
Friday, 10 April 2026, 9:45 am | EMA
The announcement rightly notes just how important Auckland’s success is to the national economy and, as a national organisation founded in Auckland 140 years ago, we and our members really want to see the city grow and contribute more to the economy. More >>
Employment Leave Bill A Long-Overdue Step Towards Clarity
Monday, 9 March 2026, 7:28 pm | EMA
The two-year implementation window for the new legislation is sensible and gives employers and employees time to adjust to new systems, rewrite contracts, and work through transition issues. More >>
Employment Law Changes Bring Certainty For Employers And Contractors
Wednesday, 18 February 2026, 11:33 am | EMA
In today’s competitive and challenging workplace, employers need confidence and certainty that their employment relations practices are correct and within the law. More >>
RMA Reform A Positive Step Forward For New Zealand
Tuesday, 9 December 2025, 1:51 pm | EMA
"Not everyone will agree with that, but let’s give the new legislation some time to bed in and work before throwing our hands up in the air and wailing about perceived potential failings." More >>
Uber Decision: Old Structures Versus New Thinking
Monday, 17 November 2025, 5:24 pm | EMA
"While the decision is restricted to the four Uber drivers for whom the case was brought forward, it effectively demonstrates that current employment law does not deal with platform work," says the EMA’s Head of Advocacy, Alan McDonald. More >>
EMA Honours Alexander Topp With 2025 Patrick Seaman Award For Excellence In Health And Safety
Friday, 7 November 2025, 2:46 pm | EMA
The award was presented at a recent event celebrating a major milestone of 100 graduates of the EMA’s NZ Diploma in Workplace Health and Safety Management Level 6. More >>
Rise In Unemployment Underscores Fragile Recovery, Says EMA
Wednesday, 5 November 2025, 11:11 am | EMA
"It’s no surprise the rate has edged up; it’s been widely predicted," says McDonald. "While there has been a recent lift in business confidence, headlines like this tend to knock it back down. It’s a reminder of how fragile the recovery still is." More >>
Government Energy Reforms Bring Little Short-Term Relief For Kiwi Businesses
Wednesday, 1 October 2025, 10:50 am | EMA
The government has rejected eight of the 10 recommendations from the much anticipated and delayed release of the report, commissioned in the wake of the significant price spikes in electricity pricing during last winter. More >>
New Residence Pathways A Win For Employers And Skilled Migrants
Tuesday, 23 September 2025, 10:28 am | EMA
The changes finally acknowledge the value that vocational skills provide to New Zealand’s economy, says EMA Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement Lead Joanna Hall. More >>
GDP Contraction A Knock To Confidence, But Signs Of Recovery Emerging - EMA
Thursday, 18 September 2025, 11:30 am | EMA
While the June quarter figures are disappointing, they must be viewed in the context of a broader economic landscape that is beginning to show signs of life. More >>
Industrial Gas Users Almost Out Of Options
Tuesday, 12 August 2025, 8:43 am | EMA
"We’ve got several members struggling to source supply beyond September or the back end of this year, then they are facing increases of 20%, 30%, 40%, or even more - if they can even source a supply contract," says EMA Head of Advocacy Alan McDonald. More >>
School Leavers Will Benefit From Greater Industry Involvement
Monday, 4 August 2025, 11:54 am | EMA
Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement Lead Joanna Hall says the proposed changes to replace the NCEA with new, internationally benchmarked qualifications are promising. More >>
Immigration Changes A Win For Productivity And Workforce Development
Monday, 16 June 2025, 10:45 am | EMA
From 18 August, 10 trades occupations, including welders, fitters, metal fabricators, panel beaters and paving plant operators, will be added to the Green List’s Work to Residence pathway. More >>
WorkSafe Changes A Welcome Step Towards Modern, Supportive Regulation
Tuesday, 3 June 2025, 11:07 am | EMA
The changes - including a new letter of expectations, a restructured funding model, and a legislative rewrite of the regulator’s core purpose - represent a significant shift in the approach to health and safety regulation in New Zealand. More >>
Outstanding Exporters To Be Recognised At ExportNZ ASB Bay Of Plenty Export Awards
Wednesday, 21 May 2025, 12:21 pm | EMA
Finalists in the 2025 awards encompass a broad range of innovative businesses, showcasing the breadth and depth of exporting excellence in the Bay of Plenty region. More >>
Unemployment Numbers Still Reflect Ongoing Financial Pressures Faced By Businesses
Wednesday, 7 May 2025, 12:31 pm | EMA
Unemployment is usually a lag indicator of the economic bad news and, while it’s too early to say the bad news has stopped, it’s encouraging that the number was stable rather than increasing, as had been widely expected. More >>
Northwest Busway Will Transform Auckland’s Western Suburbs
Wednesday, 23 April 2025, 5:51 pm | EMA
Today’s decision follows other significant infrastructure announcements by the government this week, including the preferred corridor for a four-lane connection over the Brynderwyn Hills to Whangārei, as well as the Tauriko four-laning and Takitimu ... More >>
Corridor Improvements Unlock Significant Economic Gains
Wednesday, 23 April 2025, 10:20 am | EMA
When completed, the connection between Auckland and Whangārei is expected to benefit that corridor by more than $500 million annually, similar to the gains seen on the corridors south to Hamilton and eventually through to Piarere. More >>
Give Physios Authority To Sign-off Return To Work, Saving Millions In ACC Claims
Thursday, 17 April 2025, 5:22 pm | EMA
EMA Manager of Employment Relations and Safety Paul Jarvie says returning to work is a fundamental part of injury recovery, but there simply aren’t enough GPs across New Zealand for the number of workers needing certification. More >>
