RemNet

RemNet September SIG: Rem Review Processes
2023-09-27 13:00 - 14:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | ONLINE
The RemNet Committee will be hosting the SEPTEMBER SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP (SIG) focused on REM REVIEW PROCESSES, guest presented by Brent Miller (Korn Ferry)
Topics to discuss include:

Landscape Trends
Policies and Practices
Targeted Increases

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Non-RemNet Members: $25 +GST per attendee.
RemNet Members: Attend all SIGs at NO COST.

RemNet Connect Event - October 2023
2023-10-18 17:30 - 19:30 | The Parasol & Swing Company, 7/204 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, AUK, 1010, New Zealand
DATE: WEDNESDAY 18 October | TIME: 5.30PM – LATE
LOCATION: The Parasol & Swing Company
Join us for complimentary drinks, nibbles and the opportunity to connect with other RemNet members at our OCTOBER CONNECT EVENT!
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RemNet Annual Conference 2023: Balancing Acts
2023-11-20 09:00 - 2023-11-21 16:00 | The Maritime Room, Princes Wharf, Auckland, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
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Our 2023 RemNet Annual Conference Balancing Acts – Navigating Stability in Remuneration took place in November. This hybrid event was both in-person and streamed online to enable our members across New Zealand to take part in this valuable conference. The amazing Michèle A’Court was our conference MC, bringing her positive energy and enthusiasm to this event.
The two-day event featured speakers including:

Tony Alexander – Economics Speaker
Lucy Hone – Director, NZ Institute of Wellbeing & Resilience
Jo Cribb – Gender & Policy Expert
Steve Gregory & Kevin Stephens – Aon NZ
Steven Zinsli – Founder & CEO, HealthNow
John Berry – Co-Founder & CEO, Pathfinder
Trent Wai-Poi – Executive Advisor, SAP SE
Shakeel Lala & Reddyn Wallace – Sharesies
Anjali Rajan & Felicity Cammock – Air New Zealand
Fanna Share – Director of Solutions (NZ) & Bids (ANZ), ELMO Software
Ben Choo – People Analytics and Systems Manager, Genesis Energy

Consultant Panel:

Graeme Field – Practice Group Lead – Insurance, Aon
Michelle Gapes – Oceania Reward Director, EY
Tanya Giles – Director Executive Reward, PwC
Cathy Hendry – Managing Director, Strategic Pay
Brent Miller – Principal Consultant, Korn Ferry

Internal Panel:

Waqas Butt – People Lead Performance & Reward, Air New Zealand
Pam Markham-Barrett – Remuneration Consultant
Doug Reid – Group Manager Reward & People Analytics, Genesis Energy

Details:

Date: 20 – 21 November 2023
Venue: The Maritime Room, Princes Wharf, Auckland CBD 1010

RemNet February SIG: Superannuation Benefits Unpacked
2024-02-14 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE
The RemNet Committee will be hosting the FEBRUARY SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP (SIG) focused on SUPERANNUATION BENEFITS, guest presented by Liam Stewart (AMP)
Topics to discuss include:

Exploring Superannuation Benefits: An Overview and Review
Unpacking KiwiSaver and Superannuation Market Changes: Insights into 2024 and Beyond
Dive into a Real-Life Case Study: Demonstrating the Impact of Increased Super Benefits
Connection between Financial Wellbeing and Employee Value Proposition

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Non-RemNet Members: $25 +GST per attendee.
RemNet Members: Attend all SIGs at NO COST.

RemNet April Special Interest Group: Salary Forecasts & PULSE Survey Insights
2024-04-17 10:00 - 11:00 | ONLINE
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)
Topics to discuss include:

Salary Forecasts
Living Wage
Recruitment & Retention
Pay Equity

REGISTER HERE
Non-RemNet Members: $25 +GST per attendee.
RemNet Members: Attend at NO COST.

RemNet | May Auckland Connect Event
2024-05-15 17:30 - 19:30 | Reign & Pour, Ground Floor, Shop 51/7 Queen Street, Auckland CBD, 1010, New Zealand
Join us for complimentary drinks, nibbles and the opportunity to connect with other RemNet members based in AUCKLAND at our MAY CONNECT EVENT
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RemNet | May Christchurch Connect Event
2024-05-15 17:30 - 19:30 | Botanic Christchurch, 126 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, Christchurch, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
Join us for complimentary drinks, nibbles and the opportunity to connect with HR and Remuneration professionals based in CHRISTCHURCH at our MAY CONNECT EVENT
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RemNet | June Wellington Connect Event
2024-06-12 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-06-12 17:00 - 19:00 | The Arborist Rooftop Bar, 166 Willis Street, Te Aro, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
Join us for complimentary drinks, nibbles and the opportunity to connect with HR and Remuneration professionals based in WELLINGTON at our JUNE CONNECT EVENT
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RemNet | September Auckland Connect Event
2024-09-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Reign & Pour, Ground Floor, Shop 51/7 Queen Street, Auckland CBD, 1010, New Zealand
Join us for complimentary drinks, nibbles and the opportunity to connect with other RemNet members based in AUCKLAND at our SEPTEMBER CONNECT EVENT
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RemNet Annual Conference 2024: Corporate Chameleons
2024-11-25 08:30 - 2024-11-26 15:30 | The Maritime Room, Princes Wharf, Auckland, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
REGISTRATIONS HAVE CLOSED
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Join 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.
This 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!

Speakers include:

Mike Bennetts – Award-Winning Global CEO
Brad Olsen – Economics Speaker
Chris Westphal – Senior HR Business Partner (Genesis)
Mark Miranda – Senior Director, Business Development (Rizing)
Steve Gregory – Head of Employee Benefits (Aon New Zealand)
Kay Hamilton – Senior Account Manager (Aon New Zealand)
Annette Highnam – General Manager (Datacom)
Justin Pipe – Sales Leader (MercerMarsh Benefits)
Angela Meyer – Gender Equity Principal Consultant (Mercer)
Nina Russell – Director of Diversity & Inclusion (NZDF)
Cathy Hendry – Managing Director (Strategic Pay)
Wendell D’Cunha – Manager Reward (Auckland Council)
Luke Smith – Sharesies Business Product Lead and Chief Executive of Orchestra
Tanya Giles – Director (PwC)
Una Diver – Partner (EY)
Brent Miller – Partner (KornFerry)
Jocelyn Anso – Senior Principal (KornFerry)
Stephanie Pow – Founcer & CEO (Crayon)
Stacey Hill – Head of Product (ELMO Software)
Fanna Share – Director of Solutions & Bids (ELMO Software)
Steven Zinsli – Founder & CEO (Extraordinary)

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Details:

Date: 25 – 26 November 2024
Venue: The Maritime Room, Princes Wharf, Auckland CBD 1010

RemNet June Connect Event | Auckland
2025-06-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Reign & Pour, Ground Floor, Shop 51/7 Queen Street, Auckland CBD, 1010, New Zealand
Join us for complimentary drinks, nibbles and the opportunity to connect with other RemNet members based in AUCKLAND at our JUNE CONNECT EVENT
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RemNet Annual Conference 2025: The Next Frontier in Remuneration
2025-11-17 08:30 - 2025-11-18 13:30 | The Maritime Room, Princes Wharf, Auckland, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
2025 CONFERENCE FEEDBACK SURVEY
Conference Feedback Survey closes TUESDAY 2 DECEMBER 2025
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Join 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.
This 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!

Speakers include:

Melissa Crawford – Director of Tech with Heart
Brad Olsen – Economics Speaker
Trent Wai-Poi – HCM Value Advisor (SAP SuccessFactors)
Cathy Hendry – Managing Director (Strategic Pay)
Tanya Giles – Director (PwC)
Steven Zinsli – Founder & CEO (Extraordinary)

…and more to be announced!

Details:

Date: 17 – 18 November 2025
Venue: The Maritime Room, Princes Wharf, Auckland CBD 1010

RemNet Special Interest Group | Workride – Bike Benefits Made Easy: New Fully Funded Benefit Available
2026-02-11 10:00 - 10:30 | ONLINE
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Join us online for an insightful Special Interest Group presented by Aidan Smith (Co-Founder, Workride).
Topics to Discuss:

Workride’s journey to date – 1,500 NZ organisations and counting.
Our new Workride Plus program
Insights from some of our largest employers.
Questions?

Wednesday 11 February | 10:00am – 10:30am

RemNet March Connect Event | Auckland
2026-03-12 17:00 - 19:00 | The Parasol & Swing Company, 7/204 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, AUK, 1010, New Zealand
Join us for complimentary drinks, nibbles and the opportunity to connect with other RemNet members based in Auckland at our March Connect Event
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RemNet Special Interest Group | Fitness Passport: A Cost-Neutral Wellbeing Solution
2026-04-15 10:00 - 10:30 | ONLINE
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Join 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).
Topics to Discuss:

Overview of Fitness Passport
Benefits for your Employees
Benefits for your Organisation
Questions?

Wednesday 15 April | 10:00am – 10:30am

RemNet | May 2026 Auckland Connect Event
2026-05-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Reign & Pour, Ground Floor, Shop 51/7 Queen Street, Auckland CBD, 1010, New Zealand

RemNet | AGM + Employment Law Update
2026-09-23 12:00 - 13:00 | ONLINE
This year, our Annual General Meeting will be held online on Wednesday 23 September.

Following 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.

Agenda
12.00pm – 12.20pm: Welcome + AGM
12.20pm – 1.00pm: Employment Law Update

A joining link with AGM documentation will be sent to those registered.

About Nicola
Nicola is a Partner based in our Christchurch office, specialising in employment, health law, privacy law, and dispute resolution.
She 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.
Nicola 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.
Nicola 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.
In 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. Register Here

RemNet Annual Conference 2026
2026-11-16 08:30 - 2026-11-17 13:30 | The Maritime Room, Princes Wharf, Auckland, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
More information coming soon!
Details:

Date: 16 – 17 November 2026
Venue: The Maritime Room, Princes Wharf, Auckland CBD 1010
