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Have You Met Our Business Heroes?

Running a For-Purpose organisation means every dollar counts. That’s why SociaLink created the Business Heroes Directory – connecting local not-for-profits, charities and community groups with local businesses offering discounts, special deals, donations or in-kind support. Whether you’re after an accountant, cleaner, plumber, painter, or discounts on online apps and tech

Community Work Experience update & call for feedback

29 May 2025 As you will have no doubt heard, the Social Security Amendment Bill has been passed and the introduction of Community Work Experience (CWE) as a non-financial sanction on some job seekers commenced on 26 May 2025. Community Work Experience consists of 5 hours per week for four

Community Work Experience: What you need to know

Updated 21 May 2025 The Social Security Amendment Bill has passed into law and the new Community Work Experience requirements for some job seeker beneficiaries as a ‘non-financial sanction’ will come into effect Monday 26 May 2025. We don’t know how many job seeker clients will be referred by WINZ

Supporting Someone for Community Work Experience

Tips if your organisation is open to supporting someone through the Community Work Experience Scheme: Have clear policies in place for short-term unpaid placements, including health and safety processes. Be ready to draft a basic placement agreement quickly, outlining tasks, hours, and support provided. [Note that MSD is providing a

Advocating for the charity shop waste disposal waiver

SociaLink advocates for the wellbeing of our community sector — not just through direct support, but also by ensuring our voice is heard in local decision-making. That’s why we recently made a formal submission to Tauranga City Council in response to its Draft Annual Plan 2025/26. We focused on one

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