News & Updates

What is Mental Health First Aid?
Humanex, based here in Tauranga, is the largest Aotearoa-accredited provider of the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) NZ curriculum. They

Voice: What does 2023 have in store for local business?
With staff shortages, looming recession, and rising mortgage rates still dominating news headlines, it can be hard to look at

I can’t employ a disabled person because…
It may not be something you’ve said aloud for fear of offending, but it may be something you have thought

Key immigration updates for employers
As many of you know, 2022 saw a heap of changes to immigration law. It’s been a while since we’ve

How modern meeting room technology is redefining the hybrid workplace
Video collaboration technology is the defining feature of today’s successful hybrid workplace. But getting the best from this technology requires

Event Recap: Christmas BA5 Nurturing your Wellbeing
It’s been quite a year, and what better way to cap it off than to go into the New Year

Event Recap: BWN Christmas Celebration Lunch with Crimson Organic
Thanks to all the women who joined us for a delicious lunch and to hear from the inspiring Vicki Scott,

Kids Ride Shotgun named Business of the Year at the Tauranga Business Awards 2022
Congratulations to Mount Maunganui-based business Kids Ride Shotgun on taking out this year’s Business of the Year Award at the

Event Recap: Lunch with Christopher Luxon
Thanks to everyone who joined us for the ‘Lunch with Christopher Luxon’ event at Trinity Wharf this week. It was

Ask an expert: Recruiting outside of the box: a new talent pool
If you are one of many businesses struggling to find staff, it’s time to think outside the box and consider

Chamber Update: Champions for local businesses
We’re proud to champion our members’ great ideas and battle the big challenges you face. It’s been another big year of

Member Profile: HITT Projects
HITT Projects is a consultation, construction, and project management company. With over thirty years of construction experience, founder Kevin Long,