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Chamber welcomes positive report on runway extension

Wednesday, 25 November 2015, 11:43 am | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

Wellington Chamber of Commerce welcomes the economic impact report on extending the airport runway which shows great benefits for the city, the region and for New Zealand. Chief Executive John Milford says the report backs up what the Chamber and ... More >>

Petone-Ngauranga path a triple win, says Chamber

Friday, 13 November 2015, 1:41 pm | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

The announcement by NZ Transport Agency of a seaside cycling and walking path linking Wellington and the Hutt Valley will bring a triple benefit to the region, says Wellington Chamber of Commerce. More >>

Tech Hub opens up opportunities for Wellington region

Wednesday, 11 November 2015, 12:58 pm | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

The newly established Tech Hub opening in Wellington is great news for the region says the Wellington Chamber of Commerce. Wellington City Council and BizDojo will launch Wellington’s new tech hub and Collider programme this evening. More >>

Organisation in strong position to advocate for business

Tuesday, 10 November 2015, 5:44 pm | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

Wellington Chamber of Commerce is in a strong position to continue to advocate for a better Wellington city and region, Chief Executive John Milford told the annual general meeting today. More >>

Chamber to file judicial review against Council

Friday, 6 November 2015, 2:10 pm | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

Wellington Chamber of Commerce has advised Wellington City Council it will initiate legal proceedings to challenge the recent contractor decision made by Councillors. The Chamber has confirmed it intends to file an application to the High Court for ... More >>

Council ignores own legal advice

Thursday, 29 October 2015, 9:13 am | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

Wellington Chamber of Commerce intends to consider all options available in light of the city council’s decision to require that a private contractor pay its employees the Living Wage while it is doing work for the council. More >>

Council should follow own legal advice and drop Living Wage

Friday, 23 October 2015, 10:17 am | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

Wellington Chamber of Commerce is calling on the Wellington City Council to drop its flawed Living Wage proposal after its own legal advice said the changes would not be within the law. More >>

Festival organisers do it again, says Chamber

Thursday, 22 October 2015, 9:21 am | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

Organisers of the NZ Festival are to be congratulated for putting together another world-class programme for early next year, says Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive John Milford. More >>

ICT school a boost for Wellington

Thursday, 15 October 2015, 11:31 am | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

The ICT Graduate School announced today for Wellington will be a big boost for the city’s and region’s booming technology sector, says Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive John Milford. “The Government is to be commended on this initiative, ... More >>

New shipping service welcomed by Chamber

Tuesday, 13 October 2015, 5:00 pm | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

A new direct container shipping service between Wellington and the Americas and Europe will be welcomed by exporters and importers in central New Zealand, says the Wellington Chamber of Commerce. More >>

TPP deal welcomed by Chamber

Tuesday, 6 October 2015, 9:54 am | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

All New Zealanders should welcome the signing of the Trans Pacific Partnership Agreement, says Wellington Chamber of Commerce. “This is one of the most significant trade deals New Zealand has ever signed and we must see it exactly for what it is – free ... More >>

Wellington business confidence dips but activity steady

Monday, 21 September 2015, 9:45 am | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

Business confidence in the Wellington region's economy has dipped over the past three months although activity remains steady, according to the latest Wellington Chamber of Commerce Business Confidence Survey. More >>

Report addresses TPP investor-state dispute concerns

Thursday, 17 September 2015, 3:52 pm | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

Wellington Chamber of Commerce welcomes an ExportNZ report that finds the Trans Pacific Partnership would not allow foreign control over New Zealand’s law-making ability. More >>

Chamber welcomes embassy in Colombia

Tuesday, 15 September 2015, 2:41 pm | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

The Wellington Chamber of Commerce welcomes the announcement of a New Zealand embassy in Colombia, South America. More >>

Jobs data will help students, business, says Chamber

Tuesday, 15 September 2015, 1:57 pm | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

Requiring tertiary education providers to publish data about the employment status and earnings of graduates is a big step forward in helping people choose careers that are in demand, says the Wellington Chamber of Commerce. More >>

Single resolve needed over Basin, says Chamber

Friday, 4 September 2015, 5:22 pm | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

All parties involved in the Basin Reserve issue must resolve to get together to find a way to untangle the mess there, says the Wellington Chamber of Commerce. More >>

Extra flights from Nelson to benefit Wellington

Monday, 31 August 2015, 10:53 am | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

Wellington will benefit from new regional air services announced by Jetstar today, says Wellington Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive John Milford. More >>

Solution must be found at Basin, says Chamber

Friday, 21 August 2015, 5:36 pm | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

The High Court’s finding against the appeal on the Basin Reserve is disappointing, but work must now begin urgently on finding a solution, says the Wellington Chamber of Commerce. More >>

Education Summit a real opportunity, says Chamber

Monday, 17 August 2015, 4:41 pm | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

Wellington’s Education Summit is a real opportunity to define a firm direction for one of the region’s major assets, says Wellington Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive John Milford. “The Chamber called for action and leadership to marshal ... More >>

New Qantas connection to Brisbane good news for Wellington

Tuesday, 11 August 2015, 4:20 pm | Wellington Chamber Of Commerce

A new seasonal Qantas connection to Brisbane is a further indication of the growing strength of Wellington as a destination, says the Wellington Chamber of Commerce. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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