Join us as we reflect on the past 12 months, hear where SociaLink is heading, and enjoy networking over light refreshments at The Kollective.
We will have some presentations of our key work areas.
Tuesday September 23, 4pm – 6pm.
RSVP by September 19.
New hub
Training
AGM
New Team Member: Alisha Martinez
Submission on Pay Equity
Funding
Board Roles
Governance Training
Social Investment Update
Local Elections Candidates
Tūhono Impact Launch
New Zealander of the Year Nominations
Tax & Non-Profits
Guide to Government
Windows 10 Extension
Phasing Out of 3G
Women’s Surf Therapy Group
Events
Interesting Reads
Grocery Shop Dashboard launch
Training
Evaluation Report
Conflict & Board Dynamics
10 Benefits of Volunteering on a Board
Current local board roles
Election dashboard
Better Banking for NFPs
AI Resources
Social Cohesion: Shamubeel Eaqub
Supermarket giving profits to Salv Army
Homelessness Stats
Careers with Impact book
SociaLink has made a detailed submission to the People’s Select Committee expressing strong opposition to the Pay Equity Amendment Act 2025. The Act, passed under urgency without public consultation, threatens progress on fair pay for wāhine in the social and community sector. Our submission highlights the serious impact on undervalued roles and calls for a fair, properly funded pay equity process.
As you may be aware, Bay Trust approached SociaLink Tūhono Pāpori about being independently evaluated by Ruth Hungerford from Momentum Research & Evaluation Ltd. SociaLink was keen to ensure that we are delivering helpful, relevant services that are making a positive difference to the amazing mahi for-purpose organisations do every day in the Western Bay of Plenty.
With increasing scrutiny of supermarkets and food prices, Tauranga’s story stands out: on average, locals are paying more for groceries than shoppers in other major centres across Aotearoa.
