Changing business laws
Last year’s change in government has resulted in several law changes affecting employers and employees, with more to come. Leading the changes last year was the decision to increase usage of 90-day trial periods. From 23 December 2023, all employers in New Zealand, no matter their size, can now use 90-day trial periods. […]
Proactive marketing: Metros Marketing
After putting your feet up and relaxing during the festive break, now is the time to plan your marketing for the year ahead. Planning your marketing serves as a guiding compass for your business. By aligning your marketing efforts with your business goals, you can give your business much needed clarity for the […]
Hats galore
This really is the hat issue! From the couture headpiece cover to casual summer hats, these lids have a multitude of purposes. To make the most of the hat’s practical function, seek out your signature summer hat, to keep your face shielded from the sun and avoid a burnt scalp, that will inevitably […]
Masterful home maintenance solutions: Clyne & Bennie
As a home or business owner, you may have experienced a building maintenance issue or emergency at some point that gave you a considerable amount of stress. Not knowing where to turn to or what is necessary can be overwhelming and frustrating whilst the maintenance predicament escalates by the minute. Whether it’s electrical, […]
Smart watches in healthcare
A recent study, led by Auckland University Business School researcher Ruhi Bajaj, delves into the transformative potential of smartwatches in healthcare. The exploration is not without its challenges. Concerns over interpreting smart watch data, and the resulting increase in workload, are key obstacles to seamless integration of this technology into healthcare. Ruhi’s study […]
Recycle pet food packaging: Royal Canin
Fighting the war on waste, the Petstock Group has joined forces with Royal Canin and TerraCycle, launching a recycling programme across New Zealand, for all brands of pet food packaging. Nearly two-thirds of Kiwi households own a dog or cat, meaning a significant stream of pet food materials contributing to New Zealand’s waste […]
Porch plants
Spruce up a bland pergola or porch with these eye-catching plants, which are made to hang. Wisteria Wisteria will add enchantment to your outdoor space. Choose a position in full sun and protected from strong winds. They are vigorous climbers, and the added support of the pergola to twist around is vital. UPKEEP: […]
Terrific turquoise
Colour is a magnificent way to add what can only be described as ‘pizazz’ to a look, and when done right, makes every outfit incredibly elegant. Turquoise has never faded in fashion colour wheels, its vibrant energy and the feeling of those blue-green hues remain captivating. To a neutral wardrobe and accessories, add […]
New Year, new hair: Haar Design
Maintain the sleek shine and flawlessness of your fresh haircut. Whether you’ve already hit the salon for your fresh 2024 look, or need to book an appointment at Haar Design as soon as possible, make sure to think about the aftercare. With these tips you can keep your new cut looking striking weeks […]
