Our vision for Better Work
There has already been significant work to support the energy transition.
The 13-month review is complete and the Government has given its response. It investigated whether the current electricity market delivered a fair and equitable price to consumers. It also considered improvements to future-proof the sector and its governance structures.
We are proposing major changes to New Zealand’s building laws to improve the quality of building work. These are the most significant reforms since the current Building Act was introduced in 2004.
The first phase of the Tourism Industry Transformation Plan (ITP) focused on enabling Better Work for the tourism industry.
To lead the development of the Tourism ITP, a Leadership Group was established.
Supporting a responsive labour market where people are protected and can make the best use of their skills.
We are seeking feedback on the draft regulations for work involving hazardous substances.
We want to start a conversation about New Zealand’s work health and safety regulatory system, particularly how you think it’s working now and what you think should change. June 2024
Update on the work that has been done to manage the current cohort of international maritime repair crew, what is in place to manage upcoming cohorts and what will be done to proactively identify and similar cohorts in future.
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