Reciprocal Rights
13 September 2018
Reciprocal Rights is a part of club life that dates back to the very first clubs established in New Zealand. It provides club members the opportunity to visit and enjoy the facilities and hospitality of clubs right across the country. Reciprocal Rights reinforces the club community in New Zealand and supports social visits and sporting tournaments enjoyed by many club members.
Little is known about the earliest reciprocal visiting arrangements established by New Zealand’s first clubs, however, we do know that following the passing of the 1948 Act and the establishment of the Licensing Control Commission, reciprocal rights was an established part of club life.
Be ready to shift to payday filing
13 September 2018
The time is now for New Zealand employers to get ready to shift to payday filing.
From April 1 2019 all employers will have to file their employment information every payday.
Inland Revenue customer segment lead Richard Owen says the easiest way to comply is through payroll software.
Downloadable graphics for Display Screens
30 August 2018
We have produced a number of graphics for clubs to download and use on your internal graphic display systems or advertising screens. Currently these include compliance signage as well as advertisements for the Clubs New Zealand App and Member Market Place.
Gaming Strategy made Simple
30 August 2018
It's easy to be daunted by the complexity involved in the running of a successful gaming operation.
A plethora of highly technical decisions underpin any gaming operation, such as hold strategies, product mix, jackpot options and floor layout to name a few. It's no wonder that many club managers often feel overwhelmed by this aspect of the business while also trying to juggle the day to day running of the club.
Poor Performance or Misconduct?
27 August 2018
"There is an important distinction between a misconduct concern on the one hand and a performance or capability concern on the other because they require different approaches.”
This is a distinction that is often misunderstood when employers come to consider the actions of an employee and determine whether those actions amount to either misconduct or poor performance. A distinction that is often very difficult to determine.
Measuring Intangibles
23 August 2018
Measurement is a concept we all deal with in clubs, whether we realise it or not. We measure out 30ml of gin for our G&Ts, we measure how many cases of beer are left after the weekend, we measure how many meals were sold at lunch over this month, or how many sick days an employee took this year.
Consultation on problem gambling strategy and levy for 2019/20 - 2021/22
23 August 2018
The Ministry of Health has released proposals to refresh the integrated “Strategy to Prevent and Minimise Gambling Harm 2019/20 to 2021/22”, and review the problem gambling levy. A consultation document is available online for anyone who would like to make a submission.
Clubs New Zealand App - Hands on the Future
16 August 2018
The Clubs New Zealand App is being picked up across the country as members discover how easy it is to take their digital membership card with them wherever they go and find their nearest club while on the road. Your members can get their hands on the future with Clubs New Zealand's App which can be downloaded on both Apple and Android. To download the App visit either the App Store or Google Play Store and search "Clubs New Zealand".
To help spread the word all clubs will have received posters to help you advertise the app, if you would like further copies of the poster please contact lucy@clubsnz.com alternatively you will find downloadable versions of the poster below along with a jpeg which has been formatted to fit digital screen displays. We also encourage you to jump on the Clubs New Zealand Facebook Page and share the recent post regarding the app on your clubs social media accounts.
Second quarter pokie statistics
16 August 2018
The latest quarterly statistics on pokies in pubs and clubs released by the Department of Internal Affairs continue recent trends with increasing gaming machine profits but decreasing gaming machines and venues.
The headline statistics for April to June 2018 show:
Find out how easy payroll can be with Crystal Payroll
16 August 2018
Clubs New Zealand is excited to have partnered with Crystal Payroll whose complete online payroll system is here to change your life! Crystal Payroll offers clubs of all sizes a payroll system that will save both time and money!
Report For Members of Clubs New Zealand Chief Executive - Larry Graham
8 August 2018
Report For Members of Clubs New Zealand
Chief Executive - Larry Graham
Lawful dismissal on medical grounds
8 August 2018
The Employment Court has confirmed the core principles to follow in situations where employers are seeking to end an employment relationship on medical grounds. In Lyttleton Port Company v Arthurs 2018, Mr Arthurs was an employee cargo handler of the company. He suffered PTSD as a result of witnessing a fatal workplace accident in 2008 and then having a friend and colleague become involved in a second fatal workplace accident in 2014. He took sick leave in December 2014 using a series of medical certificates, and during this time suffered a non-workplace shoulder injury. In July 2015, medical information from his doctor as well as a further medical specialist evaluation obtained by the company indicated no clear recovery time and the possibility that he might never recover. In December 2015 the company terminated his employment on the basis of medical incapacity and unlikelihood of a return to work in the foreseeable future.
