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  • Webinar: Using AI Responsibly with Data - what does "free" really mean?

    … tools are moving fast, and a lot of them are “free”. But for many small and medium businesses, free can come with … your business - understanding which tools are safe for everyday use, when it’s worth paying for enterprise-grade options, and where the common traps sit …
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  • Cultivating a Positive Workplace Culture for High-Performance Teams

    … This course is designed for leaders, managers, and organisational change agents who … work-life balance and wellbeing Developing strategies for conflict resolution and collaboration By the end of the … skills and team culture. Individuals responsible for creating or shaping team dynamics and workplace culture. …
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  • ExportNZ ASB Wellington Export Awards

    … Wellington Export Awards promote the benefits of exporting for businesses, as well as showcasing the industry's success … to the local economy. They also provide an opportunity for networking and knowledge exchange among exporters and … from ExportNZ, NZTE and ASB. Announcing Our Finalists for 2024 Individual Tickets Members: $160 +GST …
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  • Privacy Policy

    … retrieved during your visits to these websites For your assistance, websites operated by Business Central … to enforce the law, or when the information is necessary for the establishment, exercise or defence of a legal claim. … we encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on privacy practices at WECC and its …
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  • Submission on 'Our City Tomorrow: Draft Spatial Plan'

    … makes the kind of decisions the Chamber has been calling for to cater for growth and provide specific direction on where future … they would like. Therefore, any spatial plan must allow for the building of Our City Tomorrow Submission from the …
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  • Submission on the Crimes Act Amendment Bill 2025

    … relates to amending the monetary thresholds and penalties for theft. In our view, it takes necessary and overdue steps to restore consequences for shoplifting and related offending, and better recognise … they exploit it.   3. Monetary Thresholds and Penalties for Theft We support the Bill’s proposal to simplify the …
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  • Wellington Chamber of Commerce welcomes sensible steps for business

    … updates to the Commerce Act, released as part of its Going for Growth agenda. Acting Chief Executive Amanda Wood says … a helpful step toward greater clarity and certainty for businesses. "Clearer rules and oversight give local businesses more confidence to plan for growth while maintaining integrity and public trust. …
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  • The Disciplinary Process

    … The law is very specific, not only requiring justification for disciplinary action, but necessitating that the process … is fair. This one-day course will prepare you well for the process, so it’s done right. Key audience: This course is suitable for HR practitioners and managers who are responsible for the …
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  • Positive workplaces – resilient people

    … the importance of creating a positive workplace culture for your business and how resilient employees contribute to … There are many benefits of a positive workplace especially for productivity, employee morale and wellbeing. Recognising what the stressors are for your people and how they can become more mentally, …
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  • Holidays Act

    … policy guidance and more. It is a useful course for those who would like to review their workplace systems … best practice. Key audience: This course is suitable for people in HR who need to understand the ins and outs of the Holidays Act. The course would also be useful for managers overseeing staff in HR and those who work with …
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  • Employment Essentials for Managers

    … fundamentals of managing staff which is a requirement for every manager. Managing well requires skill, expertise, … will also be provided with examples, templates and guides for the many forms and documents needed for best practice. Key audience: This course is suitable for
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  • Beehive to Business with Simon Court

    … Environmental Engineer with 23-years’ experience in roles for the private sector and local government. This includes … Wellington’s future transport and infrastructure plans fit for purpose? Where does business fit in with the ACT’s vision for New Zealand? Is local government in Aotearoa equipped to …
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  • Fundamentals of Governance

    … Chief Executive.   Key audience This course is suitable for people who are already on a board, or who are thinking about applying for a role on a board. It would also be a useful course for senior managers who report to boards and business owners …
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  • Stage 2 Health & Safety Representatives

    … H&S system. Key audience: This course is suitable for people who have completed the Stage 1 course and are … their skills to the next level. It would also be useful for anyone who would like to know about the requirements for the role or who have employees in these positions. …
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  • Advanced Leadership

    … challenges.   The course delves into techniques for strategic thinking, communication, emotional … of excellence.  Key audience  This course is suitable for people who have at least 12 month’s leadership experience … to develop their competency further. It is also suitable for those who have mastered the foundations of leadership and …
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  • Visa Vista

    … Skilled up on skilled migrant visas? Stay ahead of the latest accreditation and immigration requirements by … can access the skills you need. TOPICS: Actionable steps for a successful Accreditation Renewal Application: Documents … Timing of application submission to INZ Obligations for an employer during the new accreditation period Changes …
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  • Let's Get Wellington Moving - Golden Mile consultation

    … that business is given insufficient to no consideration (for example in the weightings for decision making) nor is there due consideration of the economic impacts for the city. Taken objectively, this is extraordinary given …
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  • Visa Vista

    … Skilled up on skilled migrant visas? Stay ahead of the latest accreditation and immigration requirements by … can access the skills you need. Topics Actionable steps for a successful Accreditation Renewal Application: Documents … Timing of application submission to INZ Obligations for an employer during the new accreditation period Changes …
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  • Foundations of Leadership - Extended

    … leadership theory.   Key audience This course is suitable for people who are new to leadership and would like the theory and practice that provides a foundation for a successful leadership career. It is also beneficial for those who have been in a new role for a while that …
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  • Stage 2 Health & Safety Representatives

    … H&S system. Key audience: This course is suitable for people who have completed the Stage 1 course and are … their skills to the next level. It would also be useful for anyone who would like to know about the requirements for the role or who have employees in these positions. …
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  • Foundations of Leadership - Extended

    … leadership theory.   Key audience This course is suitable for people who are new to leadership and would like the theory and practice that provides a foundation for a successful leadership career. It is also beneficial for those who have been in a new role for a while that …
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  • Hayley Horan Appointed CEO of Business Central and the Wellington Chamber of Commerce

    … Pollock said the appointment marks an exciting new chapter for the organisation: "We are delighted to welcome Hayley to … government and global companies will prove invaluable for our organisation, which runs at the intersection of … facing our region’s business community, and a clear vision for how we can support sustainable growth and effective …
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  • Introduction to Leadership

    … in leadership theory. Key audience This course is suitable for people who are new to leadership and would like to take a … into the theory and practice that provides a foundation for a successful leadership career. It’s also beneficial for those who have been in a new role for a while that …
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  • Act Like a Leader

    … than a job title and what workplaces can do better for aspiring women. Led by a revered CEO, this conversation … women often don't receive the same second consideration for leadership roles as men. In this conversation  Rhiannon … work specialises in creating strategies that are right for the teams delivering them, so she’s familiar with how one …
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  • After 5 with Nimbl Consulting

    … Join us for a kōrero on climate resilience Climate resilience and adaptation are becoming ever more vital for business. As events like Cyclone Gabrielle have made … Tom Arkell Tom founded Nimbl Consulting with a vision for doing consulting differently, and has led a variety of …
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  • Learning and Development

    … not scheduled in your region, or if the dates don’t work for you and your team, we are happy to find workable … designed to inspire you and also keep you up-to-date with latest trends and government legislation Training – when you … entire suite of learning and development courses qualify for MBIE discounts, and all qualifying businesses are …
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  • Letter of Support: Reform of the Overseas Investment Act 2005

    … Central (The Chamber) writes to express our support for BusinessNZ and ExportNZ’s submissions on the Treasury’s … has been the voice of business in the Wellington region for 162 years since 1856 and advocates policies that reflect … to overseas investment and to simplify the processes for foreign investment from those already with consents to do …
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  • Let’s Get Wellington Moving: scoping consultation seeking feedback on the ‘Golden Mile’ and ‘Central City Safer Speeds’, the precursor to the next round of formal consultation

    … of parking when no alternatives are provided.” “Parking to visit clients (not in a position to use public transport) and … remain a necessity.” We need “Parking in the central city for short term parking (up to 4 hours) rather than the commuters - who stop those who need to visit the city.” “Lifting through-traffic out of the CBD by …
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  • Transform Your Invoicing Process with eInvoicing

    … time and helps your business get paid faster.  Join us for an informative and hands-on session designed to help … questions.  Who Should Attend?  This workshop is ideal for finance professionals responsible for managing accounts payable and receivable. If your …
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  • Future of the Central Library Consultation

    … the central business district. As the representative body for businesses in the Wellington region, we are not as … Central Library. As such, our submission will not advocate for one specific option but does ask several key questions we … Chamber Position Although the Chamber is not advocating for a particular proposed option, we write in support of four …
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  • Cultivating a Positive Workplace Culture for High-Performance Teams

    … This course is designed for leaders, managers, and organisational change agents who … • Encouraging wellbeing and care  • Developing strategies for conflict resolution • Strategies and tools to increase … a shared sense of purpose.   Develop effective strategies for conflict resolution and team cohesion.   Create a …
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  • NZ-EU Free Trade Agreement signed

    … red meat and dairy, however would have been hoping for more commercially meaningful outcomes for their exports – tariffs on these products remain, though … Economic Cooperation chapter that will create a platform for greater engagement with the EU on Māori economic and …
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