Christchurch

While “The Great Resignation” became a focus in 2022, less attention has been given to what is now being termed “The Great Unretirement” as older workers over 65 make up an increasing proportion of our workforce. Employers need to consider this as part of their overall workforce strategy.

In the face of inflationary pressures, interest rate rises, cyclones and uncertainty, it is challenging to rise out of the mire and celebrate the good in our organisations and people.

Over the past month, we've been carrying out our 2023 Pre-Election Survey, with 741 clients sharing their thoughts on everything from government performance to tax settings.  There is also some crystal-ball gazing on export prices and housing market expectations.

If you read an article about a group of people in essence reaping more than $4 million, you might assume they’d had a Lotto win.  

What strategies do organisations deploy to navigate cultural differences and understand the values of the people they deal with internationally? It’s an issue that was explored at the recent Baker Tilly Asia Pacific Conference in Auckland and elaborated on by Baker Tilly International in an article we’ve abridged here…

The construction sector traditionally follows a boom-and-bust cycle – one minute, the skies are clear and buildings are rising up fast, the next, a chill sets in.

Our specialists outline the amendments to FBT interest rates, use of money interest, kilometre- and square metre rates, short-stay accommodation and more. . .

In many professions, employees are the highest performing assets and in the current landscape, replacement is costly and retention is key.

Are you ready to sell your business after years of building it up? Next to selling a property, selling a business is one of the largest releases of equity most people experience in their lives.