Trial Periods out for some, statutory rest and meal breaks in for everbody
8 March 2018
One of the final acts in the Government’s 100-day plan was to introduce a Bill which aims to tilt the balance of New Zealand’s labour law landscape more in favour of employees and unions.
While the legislation may be new, for the most part, it simply reverses many of the changes made by the previous Government.
IR takes AIM at provisional tax
8 March 2018
From April 2018, small businesses, sole traders and contractors can choose a new pay-as-you-earn option, rather than paying provisional tax in instalments several times a year.
This signals a shift in focus for accountants, freeing them up to help clients make good decisions about their finances and future direction.
Clubs New Zealand 2018 Conference & AGM - limited Conference Dinner tickets still available
1 March 2018
Registrations for the Clubs New Zealand 2018 Conference & AGM hosted by the St John's Club have now closed. All registered clubs will have received an email asking you to check/confirm your transport information for the conference, if you have not yet responded to this email please do so asap particularly if you are requiring airport pick ups and drop off - the St John's Club team can not pick you up if they do not know when you are arriving.
Clubs New Zealand 2018 Annual Report
1 March 2018
With preparations for the Clubs New Zealand 2018 Annual General Meeting almost complete the Clubs New Zealand Board is pleased to present the 2018 Annual Report for the year ending 31 December 2017.
An electronic copy of the report is now available to download using the link below;
Compliance Update - Department of Internal Affairs
1 March 2018
In the latest issue of Gambits from the Department of Internal Affairs, they have put together a round up of some recent issues that they have been made aware of and questions they often receive. Below is a copy of the round up and we recommend you have a read now if you haven't already.
Your Clubs New Zealand Board for 2018-20
22 February 2018
Nominations for the 2018-2020 Clubs New Zealand Board closed on Saturday 20th January. As a result of receiving more than one nomination for the Hawkes Bay-Poverty Bay and Wanganui - Manawatu - Taranaki areas a ballot was conducted within the respective areas to elect the 2018-2020 area board member.
The voting closed on Tuesday 20th February and we can now confirm the 2018-2020 area board representatives;
Clubs New Zealand 2018 Conference & AGM - Registrations close tomorrow
22 February 2018
Registrations for the Clubs New Zealand 2018 Conference & AGM hosted by the St John's Club close tomorrow Friday 23rd February 2018, if you have not submitted your registration now is the time to do so.
The conference programme is almost complete and you can view the latest copy of the programme below. This year's Conference, Expo & AGM promises to be educational, interactive and motivational as we look to explore future opportunities, the role of clubs in the community all while delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Executive and Committee Liabilities
22 February 2018
Being elected to a clubs committee is to be considered something of an honour, it is an important and responsible position to hold. As a committee member your role does mean that you are liable for the legal operation of the club, basically, this means you must make sure you know of and respond appropriately to any issues affecting the successful and legal operation of the club.
Under the Incorporated Societies Act 1908, members of an incorporated society such as a club are not liable for any debt, contract or other obligation made or incurred by the club within the terms of its constitution. Such liability is limited to the assets of the club. However, individual committee members may be liable if they should be involved in a contract which was not authorised under the terms of the club’s constitution, or it is shown that they wilfully disregarded consistent professional advice which later leads to damages being awarded to the club.
Good Reasons Y to Engage
15 February 2018
While most clubs are thinking about how to engage with Gen Y, it's the younger generation's perception of what clubs are about this is holding them up at the front door.
While research indicates Gen Y people will go to pubs with their friends, they have a tendency to go to clubs with their family and older relatives.
Is your club earning passive income with Clubs New Zealand's Lifestages KiwiSaver Scheme?
15 February 2018
Having a KiwiSaver option to offer your staff is a must, and for that reason Clubs New Zealand have teamed up with Funds Administration New Zealand (FANZ) to provide top quality product for member clubs and their staff.
You and your staff will get the benefits as set out in the Product Disclosure Statement for the Scheme, as well as access to KiwiSaver specialists over the phone, online and in branches.
Minimum Wages Rising on 1 April 2018
15 February 2018
You will all know that the minimum wage is set to increase, if you haven't already done so now is the time to start preparing to ensure your staff are paid correctly once the increase takes effect on 1 April. If you have employees on the minimum wage you will need to ensure that your budget is recalculated to account for the increase - you'll be paying out more in wages.
Easter Trading
15 February 2018
Around this time of year we always get questions from clubs regarding Easter Trading Hours and how they apply to Club Licences. Below is a quick summary of any restrictions and things to consider now. For information on Employee Entitlements for Easter please visit the article Waitangi Day and Easter Public Holidays - Employee Entitlements
