Business Canterbury 2024 Wrapped

As the year winds down, we’re taking a moment to reflect on everything we’ve achieved together...

   Advocacy in Action

Through our ongoing policy work, we’ve amplified the voice of Canterbury businesses

• 1250+ Responses to our Quarterly Canterbury Business Survey
• 37 Submissions on government policy as part of the BusinessNZ network
• Delivered 35 Press Releases and earned 90+ Media Mentions.

Key wins include:

• Reintroduction of 90-day trials for all employers.
• Removal of Fair Pay Agreements.
• Progress on immigration, vocational education reform, and infrastructure investments.
  
  

Canterbury Trusted: Setting the Standard for Excellence

Launched this year, Canterbury Trusted has raised the bar for business excellence. Empowered by our backing, these businesses stand out as leaders in their industries. 

• 30+ Businesses Awarded 

Events: Bringing Businesses Together

We hosted 93 activities, welcoming 5600+ attendees and creating opportunities to connect, network and hire our office spaces.

Highlights:

• 550+ attendees at our Prime Minister's lunch with Rt. Hon Christopher Luxon.
• 540+ attendees at our Women in Business series.
• Sold-out our first Ashburton After 5 networking event.

  Bold Company Milestone

Launched this year, we hit 100 stories celebrating the bold thinkers and businesses driving Canterbury forward.

• 11,200+ sessions from our readers
• Top countries reached in 2024: New Zealand, Australia, and the United States

  Learning & Development: A Year of Growth

With 42 public courses and 33 in-house courses, we’ve helped over 1,000 people sharpen their skills in leadership, health and safety, and beyond.

Business Advisory and HR Support

This year, our advisors are proud to have supported local businesses with passion and dedication, providing expert advice and guidance to help them overcome challenges and drive growth.

• 800+ requests for HR expertise including help with the Holidays Act, disciplinary processes, and employment agreements.
• 250+ advisory meetings held this year by our Business Advisors.
  
  

Here’s to another year of bold ideas, big wins, and working together to make great things happen in 2025!