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Common Sense Prevails on Flyover

Friday, 1 March 2013, 5:09 pm | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

We are pleased Wellington City Council has finally seen sense over the Basin Reserve congestion and now it must ensure the project proceeds as soon as possible, says Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Raewyn Bleakley. More >>

Wellington Business Welcomes Contact Centres Australia

Friday, 1 March 2013, 11:52 am | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

Media Release 1 March 2013 Wellington Business Welcomes Contact Centres Australia The second announcement in a week of new companies setting up in Wellington is further proof that the city and its environs are an increasingly attractive base for business, ... More >>

Hobbit Premiere Provides a Welcome Boost to Wellington

Wednesday, 20 February 2013, 9:34 am | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

The $11.7 million brought into Wellington by the premiere of The Hobbit is further evidence of just how vital the events business is to the city, says Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Raewyn Bleakley. More >>

“Living Wage” Depends on Stronger Economy

Tuesday, 12 February 2013, 12:05 pm | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

Media Release 12 February 2013 “Living Wage” Depends on Stronger Economy Many Wellington businesses would struggle to pay a living wage of the level supported by Wellington Mayor Celia Wade-Brown, says Wellington Employers Chamber of Commerce ... More >>

Earthquake Prone Building Threshold should remain static

Thursday, 24 January 2013, 11:53 am | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

The Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the view of risk management expert Tony Taig that lifting the earthquake prone building threshold from 33% to 67% is of questionable benefit. More >>

Basin Reserve Roading Improvements Must Go Ahead

Thursday, 20 December 2012, 5:22 pm | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

It would be a serious setback for Wellington if government transport funding for the region were to be withheld as a result of the Wellington City Council’s standoff with the New Zealand Transport Agency according to the Wellington Employers’ Chamber ... More >>

Council Urged not to Jeopardise Basin Reserve Improvements

Wednesday, 19 December 2012, 9:23 am | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

The Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce has urged Wellington City Council not to jeopardise government transport funding when it considers the proposed Basin Reserve Flyover at tomorrow’s (Wednesday’s) extraordinary meeting. More >>

Wellington Businesses Welcome Transmission Gully Milestone

Wednesday, 21 November 2012, 4:19 pm | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

The Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the government’s decision to allow a public private partnership to fund Transmission Gully. More >>

Clifford Bay Must be Open to all Shipping Lines

Friday, 2 November 2012, 3:02 pm | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

Media Release 2 November 2012 Clifford Bay Must be Open to all Shipping Lines The Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the news that the government is to test the viability of a new ferry terminal at Clifford Bay. “This has been ... More >>

Business Response: Wellington Local Government Review Panel

Tuesday, 30 October 2012, 2:55 pm | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

The Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the report of the Wellington Region Local Government Review Panel and will carefully scrutinise its proposals over the coming days. More >>

Business Welcomes Jetstar’s Additional Wellington Flights

Wednesday, 19 September 2012, 2:35 pm | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

Media Release 19 September 2012 Business Welcomes Jetstar’s Additional Wellington Flights The Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce has welcomed Jetstar’s decision to increase flights into and out of Wellington. “Improved transportation ... More >>

Aussie Rules ANZAC Day Match would be a Welcome Addition

Friday, 14 September 2012, 1:34 pm | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

Media Release 12 September 2012 Aussie Rules ANZAC Day Match would be a Welcome Addition to Wellington’s Event Calendar The Wellington Business community is sure to get right behind the Australian Football League premiership match to be played ... More >>

Basin Reserve Roading Improvements Supported

Friday, 17 August 2012, 9:03 am | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

The Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce supports the proposed roading improvements at the Basin Reserve as a means of alleviating a major congestion point in the city's traffic. More >>

Avatar Sequels in Wellington would provide a Timely Boost

Thursday, 26 July 2012, 4:09 pm | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

Reports that the Avatar sequels are likely to be filmed in Wellington are exciting for the region according to the Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce. More >>

Transmission Gully Decision Wonderful News

Friday, 22 June 2012, 3:26 pm | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

Media Release 22 June 2012 Transmission Gully Decision Wonderful News Final approval from the Environmental Protection Authority for Transmission Gully is wonderful news for the Wellington region according to the Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce. ... More >>

Welcoming Remarks from Richard Stone – Pre-Budget Lunch

Thursday, 26 April 2012, 3:32 pm | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

Welcoming Remarks from Richard Stone – President of the Wellington Employers Chamber of Commerce at the Hon Bill English, Pre-Budget Lunch 26 April 2012 More >>

Wellington Business Welcomes Super Ministry

Thursday, 15 March 2012, 4:11 pm | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

The Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the creation of the new super ministry, as announced by the Prime Minister today. It has also welcomed the government’s renewed focus on exports highlighted in a separate speech this ... More >>

Waterfront Hotel a Lost Opportunity for Wellington

Monday, 12 March 2012, 12:33 pm | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

The Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce has lamented the lost opportunity in the proposal to develop an office building on Wellington’s waterfront rather than a hotel. More >>

Council Parking Fee increase not Acceptable

Friday, 2 March 2012, 3:20 pm | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

Media Release 2 March 2012 Council Parking Fee increase not Acceptable Wellington City Council should cut or defer expenditure and not look to rate rises and fee increases to cover its shortfalls according to the Wellington Employers’ Chamber of Commerce. ... More >>

China Surpasses Australia as NZ’s Largest Source of Imports

Monday, 27 February 2012, 1:48 pm | Wellington Employers' Chamber of Commerce

The Wellington Employers Chamber of Commerce is emphasising the importance of trade with China following the release of today’s merchandise trade figures from Statistics New Zealand. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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