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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
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
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
One of SociaLink’s free offerings for NFP Community Organisations in Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty is time with an Organisational Advisor to talk through your specific needs and get help and advice on Governance and/or Management & Operations. Christa George can help you, using her many years of
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Statement on Pay Equity Legislation
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Guide to Govt (NZCCSS)
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NZ Post courier offer
New simple bank account
NZ food prices issue
SociaLink Chief Executive Liz Davies has released a statement on the pay equity bill being rushed through Parliament this week. SociaLink Chief Executive Liz Davies said she is incredibly disappointed at the Government rushing through stricter criteria for pay equity legislation that will negatively impact on many women’s pay. There
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