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SUMMARY:RemNet February SIG: Superannuation Benefits Unpacked
DESCRIPTION:The RemNet Committee will be hosting the FEBRUARY SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP (SIG) focused on SUPERANNUATION BENEFITS\, guest presented by Liam Stewart (AMP) \nTopics to discuss include: \n\nExploring Superannuation Benefits: An Overview and Review\nUnpacking KiwiSaver and Superannuation Market Changes: Insights into 2024 and Beyond\nDive into a Real-Life Case Study: Demonstrating the Impact of Increased Super Benefits\nConnection between Financial Wellbeing and Employee Value Proposition\n\nREGISTER HERE \nNon-RemNet Members: $25 +GST per attendee.\nRemNet Members: Attend all SIGs at NO COST.
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-february-sig-superannuation-benefits-unpacked
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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SUMMARY:RemNet April Special Interest Group: Salary Forecasts & PULSE Survey Insights
DESCRIPTION:The RemNet Committee will be hosting the APRIL SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP focused on SALARY FORECASTS & PULSE SURVEY INSIGHTS\, guest presented by Cathy Hendry (Strategic Pay) \nTopics to discuss include: \n\nSalary Forecasts\nLiving Wage\nRecruitment & Retention\nPay Equity\n\nREGISTER HERE \nNon-RemNet Members: $25 +GST per attendee.\nRemNet Members: Attend at NO COST.
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-april-special-interest-group-salary-forecasts-pulse-survey-insights
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240515T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240515T193000
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SUMMARY:RemNet | May Auckland Connect Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for complimentary drinks\, nibbles and the opportunity to connect with other RemNet members based in AUCKLAND at our MAY CONNECT EVENT \nCLICK HERE to RSVP
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-may-auckland-connect-event
LOCATION:Reign & Pour\, Ground Floor\, Shop 51/7 Queen Street\, Auckland CBD\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:RemNet Connect
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ORGANIZER;CN="RemNet":MAILTO:info@remnet.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240515T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240515T193000
DTSTAMP:20240426T035800Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T035800Z
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SUMMARY:RemNet | May Christchurch Connect Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for complimentary drinks\, nibbles and the opportunity to connect with HR and Remuneration professionals based in CHRISTCHURCH at our MAY CONNECT EVENT \nCLICK HERE to RSVP
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-may-christchurch-connect-event
LOCATION:Botanic Christchurch\, 126 Oxford Terrace\, Christchurch Central City\, Christchurch 8013\, Christchurch\, Christchurch\, 8013\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:RemNet Connect
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ORGANIZER;CN="RemNet":MAILTO:info@remnet.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240612T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240612T193000
DTSTAMP:20240605T002245Z
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SUMMARY:RemNet | June Wellington Connect Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for complimentary drinks\, nibbles and the opportunity to connect with HR and Remuneration professionals based in WELLINGTON at our JUNE CONNECT EVENT \nCLICK HERE to RSVP
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-june-wellington-connect-event
LOCATION:The Arborist Rooftop Bar\, 166 Willis Street\, Te Aro\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:RemNet Connect
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ORGANIZER;CN="RemNet":MAILTO:info@remnet.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240911T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240911T193000
DTSTAMP:20240821T224834Z
CREATED:20240821T224812Z
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SUMMARY:RemNet | September Auckland Connect Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for complimentary drinks\, nibbles and the opportunity to connect with other RemNet members based in AUCKLAND at our SEPTEMBER CONNECT EVENT \nCLICK HERE to RSVP
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-september-auckland-connect-event
LOCATION:Reign & Pour\, Ground Floor\, Shop 51/7 Queen Street\, Auckland CBD\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:RemNet Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241125T083000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241126T153000
DTSTAMP:20241121T100607Z
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SUMMARY:RemNet Annual Conference 2024: Corporate Chameleons
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATIONS HAVE CLOSED\nVIEW AGENDA | 2024 RemNet Conference\nJoin us for the 2024 RemNet Conference Corporate Chameleons: Adapting to the Evolving Remuneration Landscape\, a conference designed to equip remuneration and HR professionals with the knowledge and tools to navigate today’s complex remuneration environment. As market dynamics shift and employee expectations evolve\, understanding innovative remuneration strategies is crucial. \nThis event will feature expert speakers and networking opportunities\, all focused on best practices for creating competitive and equitable pay structures. Stay ahead of the curve and learn how to effectively attract and retain top talent in this ever-changing landscape. Don’t miss your chance to transform your approach to remuneration! \n\nSpeakers include: \n\nMike Bennetts – Award-Winning Global CEO\nBrad Olsen – Economics Speaker\nChris Westphal – Senior HR Business Partner (Genesis)\nMark Miranda – Senior Director\, Business Development (Rizing)\nSteve Gregory – Head of Employee Benefits (Aon New Zealand)\nKay Hamilton – Senior Account Manager (Aon New Zealand)\nAnnette Highnam – General Manager (Datacom)\nJustin Pipe – Sales Leader (MercerMarsh Benefits)\nAngela Meyer – Gender Equity Principal Consultant (Mercer)\nNina Russell – Director of Diversity & Inclusion (NZDF)\nCathy Hendry – Managing Director (Strategic Pay)\nWendell D’Cunha – Manager Reward (Auckland Council)\nLuke Smith – Sharesies Business Product Lead and Chief Executive of Orchestra\nTanya Giles – Director (PwC)\nUna Diver – Partner (EY)\nBrent Miller – Partner (KornFerry)\nJocelyn Anso – Senior Principal (KornFerry)\nStephanie Pow – Founcer & CEO (Crayon)\nStacey Hill – Head of Product (ELMO Software)\nFanna Share – Director of Solutions & Bids (ELMO Software)\nSteven Zinsli – Founder & CEO (Extraordinary)\n\nVIEW AGENDA | 2024 RemNet Conference\n\nDetails: \n\nDate: 25 – 26 November 2024\nVenue: The Maritime Room\, Princes Wharf\, Auckland CBD 1010
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-annual-conference-2024-corporate-chameleons
LOCATION:The Maritime Room\, Princes Wharf\, Auckland\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250612T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250612T190000
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SUMMARY:RemNet | June Wellington Connect Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for complimentary drinks\, nibbles and the opportunity to connect with HR and Remuneration professionals based in WELLINGTON at our JUNE CONNECT EVENT \nCLICK HERE to RSVP
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-june-wellington-connect-event-2
LOCATION:The Arborist Rooftop Bar\, 166 Willis Street\, Te Aro\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:RemNet Connect
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ORGANIZER;CN="RemNet":MAILTO:info@remnet.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250612T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250612T190000
DTSTAMP:20250506T234546Z
CREATED:20250506T234505Z
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SUMMARY:RemNet June Connect Event | Auckland
DESCRIPTION:Join us for complimentary drinks\, nibbles and the opportunity to connect with other RemNet members based in AUCKLAND at our JUNE CONNECT EVENT \nCLICK HERE to RSVP
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-june-connect-event-auckland
LOCATION:Reign & Pour\, Ground Floor\, Shop 51/7 Queen Street\, Auckland CBD\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:RemNet Connect
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ORGANIZER;CN="RemNet":MAILTO:info@remnet.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251117T083000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251118T133000
DTSTAMP:20251117T202648Z
CREATED:20250908T013940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T202648Z
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SUMMARY:RemNet Annual Conference 2025: The Next Frontier in Remuneration
DESCRIPTION:2025 CONFERENCE FEEDBACK SURVEY\nConference Feedback Survey closes TUESDAY 2 DECEMBER 2025\nVIEW FULL AGENDA\nJoin us for the 2025 RemNet Conference The Next Frontier in Remuneration\, a conference designed to equip remuneration and HR professionals with the knowledge and tools to navigate today’s complex remuneration environment. As market dynamics shift and employee expectations evolve\, understanding innovative remuneration strategies is crucial. \nThis event will feature expert speakers and networking opportunities\, all focused on best practices for creating competitive and equitable pay structures. Stay ahead of the curve and learn how to effectively attract and retain top talent in this ever-changing landscape. Don’t miss your chance to transform your approach to remuneration! \n\nSpeakers include: \n\nMelissa Crawford – Director of Tech with Heart\nBrad Olsen – Economics Speaker\nTrent Wai-Poi – HCM Value Advisor (SAP SuccessFactors)\nCathy Hendry – Managing Director (Strategic Pay)\nTanya Giles – Director (PwC)\nSteven Zinsli – Founder & CEO (Extraordinary)\n\n…and more to be announced! \n\nDetails: \n\nDate: 17 – 18 November 2025\nVenue: The Maritime Room\, Princes Wharf\, Auckland CBD 1010
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-annual-conference-2025-the-next-frontier-in-remuneration
LOCATION:The Maritime Room\, Princes Wharf\, Auckland\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="RemNet":MAILTO:info@remnet.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260211T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260211T103000
DTSTAMP:20260119T011739Z
CREATED:20260119T011621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T011739Z
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SUMMARY:RemNet Special Interest Group | Workride – Bike Benefits Made Easy: New Fully Funded Benefit Available
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nJoin us online for an insightful Special Interest Group presented by Aidan Smith (Co-Founder\, Workride). \nTopics to Discuss: \n\nWorkride’s journey to date – 1\,500 NZ organisations and counting.\nOur new Workride Plus program\nInsights from some of our largest employers.\nQuestions?\n\n\nWednesday 11 February | 10:00am – 10:30am
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-special-interest-group-workride-bike-benefits-made-easy-new-fully-funded-benefit-available
LOCATION:ONLINE
ORGANIZER;CN="RemNet":MAILTO:info@remnet.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260312T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260312T190000
DTSTAMP:20260216T022945Z
CREATED:20260216T022945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T022945Z
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SUMMARY:RemNet March Connect Event | Auckland
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join us for complimentary drinks\, nibbles and the opportunity to connect with other RemNet members based in Auckland at our March Connect Event \nCLICK HERE to RSVP[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-march-connect-event-auckland
LOCATION:The Parasol & Swing Company\, 7/204 Quay Street\, Auckland CBD\, AUK\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:RemNet Connect
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ORGANIZER;CN="RemNet":MAILTO:info@remnet.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260415T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260415T103000
DTSTAMP:20260422T031946Z
CREATED:20260422T031946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T031946Z
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SUMMARY:RemNet Special Interest Group | Fitness Passport: A Cost-Neutral Wellbeing Solution
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nJoin us online for an insightful Special Interest Group focused on the benefits of Fitness Passport\, guest presented by Robbie Hunter (National Key Account Manager NZ\, Fitness Passport). \nTopics to Discuss: \n\nOverview of Fitness Passport\nBenefits for your Employees\nBenefits for your Organisation\nQuestions?\n\n\nWednesday 15 April | 10:00am – 10:30am
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-special-interest-group-fitness-passport-a-cost-neutral-wellbeing-solution
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="RemNet":MAILTO:info@remnet.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260514T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260514T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T021221Z
CREATED:20260424T021221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T021221Z
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SUMMARY:RemNet | May 2026 Auckland Connect Event
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join us for complimentary drinks\, nibbles and the opportunity to connect with other RemNet members based in Auckland at our May Connect Event \nClick Here to RSVP [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-may-2026-auckland-connect-event
LOCATION:Reign & Pour\, Ground Floor\, Shop 51/7 Queen Street\, Auckland CBD\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:RemNet Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260923T120000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260724T004530Z
CREATED:20260723T023136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T004530Z
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SUMMARY:RemNet | AGM + Employment Law Update
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\nThis year\, our Annual General Meeting will be held online on Wednesday 23 September. \n  \n\n\nFollowing the AGM\, we will be joined by Nicola Cuervo Partner\, Lane Neave Lawyers\, who will provide an update on the recent employment law developments impacting remuneration and reward\, along with practical implications for organisations. \n  \n\nAgenda \n12.00pm – 12.20pm:  Welcome + AGM\n12.20pm –  1.00pm:  Employment Law Update \n\n  \n\n\nA joining link with AGM documentation will be sent to those registered. \n  \nAbout Nicola \nNicola is a Partner based in our Christchurch office\, specialising in employment\, health law\, privacy law\, and dispute resolution. \nShe has extensive private practice experience as an employment law expert\, as well as significant in-house experience having been Principal Legal Advisor Employee Relations at New Zealand Police and General Counsel at District Health Boards New Zealand. \nNicola is an expert in disciplinary processes and investigations\, as well as restructuring\, personal grievances and alternative dispute resolution.  She has broad experience in health & safety advisory work\, managing complaints and adverse events\, and has extensive experience in high-profile government and coronial inquiry work. \nNicola is known for her pragmatic approach\, and ability to navigate clients through difficult situations without damaging ongoing relationships. Prior to joining Lane Neave\, Nicola was Special Counsel at another national law firm. \nIn addition to her New Zealand experience\, Nicola has worked in London as in-house counsel to investment banks. She has graduate qualifications in viticulture\, wine science\, and Spanish.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]Register Here[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-agm-employment-law-update
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261116T083000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261117T133000
DTSTAMP:20260901T063730Z
CREATED:20260420T025339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T063730Z
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SUMMARY:RemNet Annual Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:The environment we’re working in.\nFor five years\, reward has been a reactive discipline in constant response mode. A pandemic\, talent shortages\, inflation shocks\, restructures\, global economic uncertainty and now AI and rising expectations about productivity – each challenge has landed at the feet of remuneration and reward professionals. What was once a predictable annual cycle has become a continuous exercise in adaptation. At the same time\, the scrutiny has sharpened: pay transparency requirements\, evolving pay equity obligations\, and growing expectations from employees\, unions and boards mean decisions are being examined more closely than ever. The need to explain pay decisions has never been greater. \n\nWhy this moment matters.\nThe pressure isn’t easing\, but it is becoming clearer – and that creates opportunity. Transparency is turning into a way of building trust for organisations that get ahead of it. Better data is making pay equity reviews into meaningful decision-making tools. AI is reshaping roles faster than most job architectures can keep up with. And constrained budgets are forcing a more honest conversation about what reward is designed to achieve. Success won’t belong to the organisations with the biggest budgets. It will belong to those with the clarity to make sound decisions\, and the confidence to stand behind them. That’s why we’re bringing the profession together around this year’s conference theme: Pay Under Pressure. \n\nThe theme: Pay Under Pressure.\nThis year’s conference is about Pay Under Pressure: Building Confidence and Clarity in Remuneration and Reward. Over two days we will explore the forces reshaping the profession – from economic conditions\, pay equity\, constrained budgets\, AI to workforce change and realities of operating within tighter budgets. You will hear from Senior leaders on the calls they’re actually making\, explore new research that’s worth your time\, and take part in facilitated discussion with the people solving the same problems in the same market. \n\nBe in the room.\nTwo days\, one room\, and the people making the same calls you are.\nThe Maritime Room\, Auckland\, 16–17 November.\nDetails: \n\nDate: 16 – 17 November 2026\nVenue: The Maritime Room\, Princes Wharf\, Auckland CBD 1010\n\nOur programme will include: \n\nThe future of pay in Aotearoa – a forward-looking\, deliberately provocative look at where remuneration is heading\, with global shifts brought back to what they mean for New Zealand\nThe economic outlook for 2026/27 – what current economic settings actually mean for next year’s pay decisions\nLeadership perspectives on reward in uncertain times – a senior panel on balancing commercial reality against employee expectations\, and making confident pay calls with imperfect information\nNew and emerging remuneration research – the latest thinking and data from leading remuneration consultancies\nAI\, workforce pressures and human capital trends – how global workforce shifts are playing out day to day in New Zealand\, and what they mean for reward\nActing on pay equity analysis – turning pay equity data into action\, with a focus on internal reporting and transparency to managers and People & Culture\nReward and benefits case studies – real-world examples presented by our partners alongside their clients\nFacilitated discussion streams\, including:\n\nDefending your pay decisions – communicating and justifying outcomes to employees\, unions and boards\nMaking the most of a constrained budget – prioritising within a limited increase pool\nBenefits successes and failures – what resonated and what fell flat\, from salary sacrifice to EVP refreshes\n\n\nWellbeing\, resilience and self-care – practical\, personal take-aways for reward professionals working under sustained pressure\nNetworking throughout – welcome drinks\, a networking breakfast\, and time to connect with peers across both days
URL:https://remnet.org.nz/event/remnet-annual-conference-2026
LOCATION:The Maritime Room\, Princes Wharf\, Auckland\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Annual Conference
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