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Government to restrict vaping despite plummeting cigarette use

Fewer smokers may quit if flavour curbs and nicotine caps make vaping less appealing, industry figures warn, as cigarette sales keep falling.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Sep 2020

Risk & Compliance

New responsibilities under Level Two and Three

Contractors must now issue travel letters and display QR posters as COVID-19 rules tighten across Alert Levels 2 and 3.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 16th Aug 2020

Ministry of Health

National assessment reveals critical state of health infrastructure

Hospitals need GBP £14 billion over the next decade to fix ageing assets and close major infrastructure gaps, the report says.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jun 2020

Risk & Compliance

Level One: What you can do, should do and can’t do

Physical distancing has been eased on building sites, but workers must still sign in, wash hands and stay home if unwell.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Jun 2020

Digital Transformation

Expert urges NZ to begin health system's digital upgrade

The chief executive of NZHIT says the Government should release a report that will kickstart the digital transformation of NZ's health services.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 19th May 2020

Data Protection

Does your business comply with Level 2 regulations?

Businesses must review hygiene, distancing and contact-tracing controls as thousands return to work under Alert Level 2.

By Michael Curreen • 14 min read • Wed, 13th May 2020

eCommerce

Huge surges projected for businesses after lockdown

Retailers, couriers and cafes could see demand rebound sharply, with most New Zealand adults expecting to return once restrictions ease.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 21st Apr 2020

Risk & Compliance

What PCBUs need to do before returning to work

Businesses reopening at alert level three must assess COVID-19 risks, consult staff and document safety plans before resuming operations.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Apr 2020

Malware

Phishing actors play on Covid-19 fears

Phishing campaigns are exploiting coronavirus anxiety, with fake health alerts and newly registered domains helping criminals harvest credentials.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 22nd Mar 2020

Data Protection

Coronavirus: What businesses need to know

Businesses facing coronavirus disruption can now find daily-updated government guidance on tax, travel, staffing and workplace safety.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Sun, 1st Mar 2020

Human Capital Management

Prepare your workplace to guard against Covid-19

Employers in New Zealand are urged to plan for staff isolation, pay and closures as coronavirus risks grow.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2020

Energy efficient

Research highlights need for healthier homes

Poor housing could be costing New Zealand health services almost USD $8 million a year, with under-twos especially at risk.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2019

Hybrid & Remote Work

Look out for your workmate – it could save their life

In New Zealand’s construction sector, a simple check-in from colleagues is being urged as a potentially life-saving response to mounting suicide risks.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2019

Sustainability

Science and common sense are the only way forward

Pragmatic solutions are needed to cut waste, trim compliance costs and keep safety goals intact as prescriptive rules prove too rigid.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2019

Data Analytics

Confidence builder for infrastructure contractors and planners

The Treasury’s new pipeline forecast could help contractors invest in staff and kit by giving clearer visibility of future government work.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 10th May 2019

Law

Offshore tobacco giants poised to enter vape market in New Zealand

Existing local vape sellers say offshore tobacco rivals will squeeze margins as New Zealand tightens rules and smokers seek cheaper alternatives.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Dec 2018

Sustainability

Water review needs coherent leadership

Contractors say New Zealand’s ageing water networks need faster decisions, after ministers deferred reforms and left regulation unresolved until late 2019.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Nov 2018