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EMA embraces historical 24 hours for NZ trade
Tuesday, 5 November 2019, 1:40 pm | EMA
The EMA embraces the historical 24 hours in which a deal has been struck on an upgrade to our free trade agreement with China, and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) agreement signed by all but India. More >>
EMA clear on top priorities for local government
Tuesday, 3 September 2019, 9:17 am | EMA
The EMA today is recommending a regionalised approach by upper North Island councils to solving local government issues highlighted in its discussion paper ahead of the October 12 local body elections. More >>
Key to RoVE success retaining confidence of employers
Thursday, 1 August 2019, 2:15 pm | EMA
The EMA believes the key to the success of the Reform of Vocational Education will be ensuring employers retain confidence in the system during a period of significant change and disruption. More >>
EMA and NZITA sign special relationship agreement
Tuesday, 16 July 2019, 9:37 am | EMA
The EMA and the New Zealand India Trade Alliance (NZITA) have celebrated signing a special relationship agreement that will see them work together more closely and connect on trade, commerce and industry. More >>
Myths busted about benefits of Fair Pay Agreements
Tuesday, 9 July 2019, 10:00 am | EMA
The EMA says The New Zealand Initiative’s report on Fair Pay Agreements (FPAs) busts all myths about their benefits, and shows we simply don’t need them. More >>
One positive for business in Productivity Commission report
Thursday, 4 July 2019, 12:09 pm | EMA
The EMA is pleased the Productivity Commission’s draft Local government funding and financing report recommends doing away with differential rating for business, and giving councils tools other than rates to raise revenue. More >>
Air New Zealand Cargo ExportNZ Awards winners announced!
Friday, 28 June 2019, 8:19 am | EMA
Companies with booming overseas sales and innovative offerings - from natural toothpaste and eco-friendly toothbrushes and floss, to an app for school children that enables better collaboration - have been recognised for their outstanding achievements at ... More >>
Poor productivity no surprise, but how are we addressing it?
Friday, 7 June 2019, 2:38 pm | EMA
The EMA is not surprised at the results of the Productivity Commission research that highlights the cost of the country’s poor productivity performance. More >>
Good news for manufacturers in Wellbeing Budget 2019
Thursday, 30 May 2019, 4:31 pm | EMA
The EMA and The Manufacturers’ Network (TMN) welcomes the Government’s announcement today of its support for manufacturers in adopting new technologies. More >>
Wellbeing Budget 2019 delivers, but not for business
Thursday, 30 May 2019, 4:21 pm | EMA
The EMA was not expecting much for business from the Wellbeing Budget 2019, but it was still disappointed it did not tackle some of its members’ key concerns. More >>
EMA Chinese Business Centre opens
Wednesday, 22 May 2019, 9:33 am | EMA
The EMA opened the doors of its new Chinese Business Centre at its Auckland campus yesterday. More >>
NCEA review positive for lifelong skills
Monday, 13 May 2019, 5:06 pm | EMA
The EMA is pleased to see that the Government’s review of NCEA will address the key issues its members have with the lack of employability and work-readiness skills of school leavers. More >>
Personal viewpoint has no place in OIO decision-making
Friday, 10 May 2019, 10:16 am | EMA
The EMA has joined with Hauraki District Council Mayor, John Tregidga, in expressing its dismay about the Overseas Investment Office (OIO) decision to block Waihi mining company OceanaGold’s application to purchase nearby farmland to expand its operation. More >>
Port ownership rationalisation weakens competition
Wednesday, 1 May 2019, 9:35 am | EMA
Any move to rationalise port ownership in the Upper North Island is not likely to be welcomed by business says the EMA. More >>
EMA says CGT decision is good news for SMEs
Wednesday, 17 April 2019, 3:08 pm | EMA
The EMA says it is relieved that the government has decided not to proceed with a capital gains tax because of the detrimental effect it would have had on the productivity and growth of small to medium-sized businesses. More >>
Infrastructure Commission Independence Critical
Wednesday, 20 February 2019, 3:37 pm | EMA
The New Zealand Infrastructure Commission - Te Waihanga - appears to be on the right track with the levels of independence indicated in today’s announcement from Infrastructure Minister Shane Jones. More >>
Minimum Wage increases will cost consumers
Wednesday, 19 December 2018, 1:18 pm | EMA
Today’s announcement of the new minimum wage rate increases until 2021 at least allow businesses to plan ahead, but the increases will impose significant costs with no apparent upside in productivity gains, says the Employers and Manufacturers Association ... More >>
Key business groups merge to boost manufacturing sector
Tuesday, 18 December 2018, 10:44 am | EMA
Three of New Zealand’s most influential business networks are merging to help boost the manufacturing sector for the years ahead. More >>
Shared financial risk will get more homes built faster
Tuesday, 13 November 2018, 1:15 pm | EMA
The innovative funding that will enable the construction of up to 9,000 new homes at Wainui just north of Auckland, is an example of new models that need to be more widely used to fund critical infrastructure, says the Employers and Manufacturers ... More >>
Good tax policy reflects business voice, enhances innovation
Wednesday, 3 October 2018, 11:30 am | EMA
New research and development tax incentives announced by the Government earlier this morning are an encouraging start to help lift productivity for business in New Zealand, says the EMA. More >>
