
H&S at Work Act Reform – What NZ Businesses Need to Know
The Government is reviewing the Health & Safety at Work Act with an eye to cutting red tape while keeping people safe. Here’s a quick guide to what’s being proposed:

The Government is reviewing the Health & Safety at Work Act with an eye to cutting red tape while keeping people safe. Here’s a quick guide to what’s being proposed:

October is only just beginning and I’m already hearing reports from members around the country that the pre-Christmas rush has begun and the industry is getting busier by the day. It is great to see business pick up, as I know it has been a hard year for many.

Congratulations to one of our most recently accredited Master Sign Makers, Badboy Graphix!
We asked them to share their thoughts on achieving this milestone and what it means for their business and the industry, see their answers below.

One of the ways we can best support our members is by making training more accessible. That’s why we’re bringing you online lunchbreak sessions, offering practical training that’s easy to access and fit into your day.

We’re proud to officially announce that our New Zealand operation is now open, marking a major milestone in our expansion and commitment to a local presence across Australasia. This is our newest step in supporting the Kiwi print, signage, and construction industries.

And just like that… it’s spring.
The birds are chirping a little louder, lambs are wobbling across paddocks, and you can feel that spark in the air. New life. New energy. New jobs landing on the desk with a little more urgency than they had a week ago.

A new law has just passed Parliament on 20 August 2025, awaiting Royal Assent and set to come into effect the day after, ushering in a new era of pay transparency for businesses nationwide.

The Employment Relations (Termination of Employment by Agreement) Amendment Bill aims to let employers start confidential exit talks without needing a formal dispute first.

Make it Happen Signage Consultancy UK announced the official launch of its first online training course, The Sustainability Bootcamp. This online course is designed to provide individuals and corporations with convenient and sustainable access to online learning.