In 2019, the previous Government decided to introduce a licensing system for work on commercial or industrial refrigeration, heat pump and air conditioning systems that use hazardous natural refrigerants.

Tāmaki makaurau, Tāmaki herenga waka, Tāmaki herenga tāngata e. Tāmaki desired by the multitudes, Tāmaki  the gathering place of many waka, Tāmaki the gathering place of many people and cultures.

Consultation on the discussion document ‘Ensuring effective regulation of health and safety risks associated with toxic or flammable refrigerant gases’.

A law change is on the way for contractors working in New Zealand’s screen industry. The changes, proposed by industry and supported by Government, will see contractors allowed to bargain collectively.

Australia is one of our most important economic partners. New Zealand and Australia have made good progress to remove trade barriers.

Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden has announced that a change to collective bargaining will be made in the Employment Relations Act 2000.

Wellington region local insights report for November 2023.

The Employment Strategy presents the Government’s vision for the labour market to improve employment outcomes for all New Zealanders.