October 3, 2022 In Bramwell Bate News By Cherie Hannam

Kōrero in the Workplace: The Importance of Mental Wellbeing as a Business Asset

Written by Christine Symes and Tayla Westman Originally published in The Profit In 2021, the theme of Awareness Week was “take time to kōrero”, which encouraged connection through conversation, and promoted openness about our mental wellbeing. For employers and employees, it’s important to understand that mental health plays a significant role in the workplace. For businesses, the mental wellbeing of their teams is a great asset. Research shows that businesses who invest in the mental health of their staff reap the benefits...

September 20, 2022 In Bramwell Bate News By Cherie Hannam

Thinking Outside the Box To Get on the Property Ladder

Bramwell Bate’s new solicitor, Lois McLintock, provides an overview of the current market and options for purchasing your first home. New Zealand has seen an escalation in housing prices in recent years and, unfortunately, this has kept many Kiwis from getting on the property ladder and fulfilling the dream of home ownership.  However, the QV House Price Index recently reported that average house prices had decreased and in Hastings that meant a decrease of 3.3% and in Napier a considerable 7.2%. A...

September 13, 2022 In Bramwell Bate News By Cherie Hannam

Calling All Businesses Seeking Talent: The New AEWV Accreditation Scheme

The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) is a positive move for New Zealand’s employment sector and economy overall. To put it simply: Employers can become accredited to hire migrants under the new regime for up to three years, improving opportunity for both business efficacy and migrants seeking employment. However, the new regime does not come without its complexities. Employers are required to comply with a strict process to become accredited. This three-step process is carried out by Immigration New Zealand...