DRI Sleeper is a world-leading brand of bedwetting alarms now available in Japan. Bedwetting alarms are used by children, 4 to 14 years old, who want to stop wetting the bed and using diapers. Alarms work by a process called conditioned learning, and dry nights are typically achieved within 2 – 12 weeks. DRI Sleeper alarms have been designed and manufactured in New Zealand by Anzacare for over 40 years. Anzacare specializes in medical sensors and alarms for detecting body fluids using patented, conductive plastic technology.
Read moreSustainability in Trade Event - BNZ, Hyundai, PWC
Date: 22 February 2023
Time: 3.00pm–4.30pm followed by networking
Location: Hyundai New Zealand, 7 Clemow Drive,
Mt Wellington, Auckland
RSVP: BNZ_Growth_Sectors@bnz.co.nz
JNZBC Conference 2022 - Joint Statements
JOINT CHAIR SUMMARY:
Click here to download to the Joint Chair Summary 2022 (ENGLISH)
Click here to download the Joint Chair Summary 2022 (JAPANESE)
JNZBC & The Jet Programme - Interviews with JNZBC Chair Ian Kennedy
Visit the Jet Programme Alumni page to see a range of videos presented by Ian Kennedy.
Read moreJNZBC Conference Update
Visit the Conference page for the latest information.
To view the current draft programme, click here.
Read moreJapan opens its borders to tourists – Economic update - October 2022
Japan fully relaxed its COVID-19 border restrictions on 11 October, one of the last major economies to do so.
Despite Japan’s relatively slow recovery from the impacts of COVID, New Zealand’s goods exports to Japan were up +19% for the 12 months ending August 2022, to a record high of NZD 4.1 billion.
MFAT – Monitoring Global Supply Chains: July-September 2022
This report provides a snapshot of how global supply chains are functioning offshore, significant international initiatives affecting supply chains, and other issues of interest to New Zealand exporters and importers. Click here for details.
Read moreJapan Eases Border Restrictions from October 11
The Japanese government has announced visa exemptions for 68 countries/regions including New Zealand are planned to resume from 12:00AM October 11th 2022.
This means that delegates attending the JNZBC Conference in Beppu no longer need to apply for a Business Visa or ERFS certificate.
Read more70th Anniversary Dinner - 22 September 2022
The 70th Anniversary of Japan/New Zealand economic relations was celebrated at Cordis Hotel in Auckland on 22 September. Nearly 100 people from various business and government organisations, including Ambassador Ito from the Japanese Embassy, attended the event. Dr Alan Bollard, Chair of the Infrastructure Commission, shared his thoughts on various infrastructure and economy-related topics. JNZBC Chair Ian Kennedy encouraged attendees to attend the JNZBC Conference which will be held in Beppu, Japan from 20-22 November. A fantastic night, with lots of dialogue amongst the attendees.
Read moreJapan Tourism Study Tour
North Asia CAPE are inviting up to six people to participate in a Japan Tourism Study Tour, where you will visit Tokyo and Beppu (famous for hot springs), as well as attend sessions at the Japan NZ Business Council Conference, and hear presentations from various tourism and business leaders.
Read moreAnnual Joint Conference Beppu, Japan - 20-22 November 2022
The agenda for the conference is shaping up well with an excellent line-up of speakers and moderators from both sides. Visit the Conference page for further details, including the registration process, draft conference programme, flights, visa applications, and hotel registrations. Click here for further details
Read moreMember Event, Christchurch – Monday, 15 August 2022
We had an amazing evening at the Mayfair Hotel in Christchurch. Deputy Mayor, Andrew Turner joined, and the Canterbury Employers' Chamber of Commerce promoted the event to their members. The timing worked well also for Tsuguyoshi Hada, Director of the Japanese Consular Office in Christchurch who spoke about their move to new office premises in Christchurch.
Claire Waghorn, Sustainable Transition Leader, Christchurch Airport, was the guest speaker, and spoke about the innovative programme of action underway at Christchurch International Airport to address climate change and cut carbon emissions. Her presentation is available in the Members Section.
Read moreJANDALS IN JAPAN - Ian Kennedy
Catherine and Jayne are thrilled to welcome Ian Kennedy, former Ambassador to Japan and the New Zealand Chair of the JNZBC onto the show. We hear his experience in the Japan/New Zealand relationship and the plans for future as well as the Beppu Conference in November 20-22, 2022. Ian has a depth of knowledge and passion for the relationship between our two countries and we are thrilled to share him with you in this episode.
https://www.jandalsinjapan.com/episode/eleven
Read moreSignature of Condolence Book for former Prime Minister of Japan Mr ABE Shinzo
With regret and sorrow following the passing of Mr ABE Shinzo, former Prime Minister of Japan, on 8 July 2022, the Embassy of Japan in New Zealand would like to advice that condolence books may be signed in person at the Embassy of Japan in Wellington, the Consulate-General of Japan in Auckland and the Consular Office of Japan in Christchurch….click for further details.
Read moreJapan Business Breakfast - Wellington - June 20 - Report
The Wellington Chamber of Commerce, Wellington City Council, Asia New Zealand Foundation, Embassy of Japan, and WellingtonNZ joined together for the Japan Business Breakfast on June 20.
Read JNZBC Chair Ian Kennedy’s report of the event.
Read moreJNZBC EVENT: Economic Outlook, Auckland – Thursday, 21 July 2022 →
There’s a lot going on with much discussion about the direction of monetary and fiscal policy; uncertainty how long inflation will be with us and the degree to which it is stoked by domestic policy settings or largely imported; sharply divided views on Fair Pay Agreements; and concern about the dip in KiwiSaver balances and other disruption in the markets.
Read moreSupply Chain Forum - Monday May 23
Weekly Global Economic Round-up - 29 April 2022
During her time in Japan the Prime Minister met with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and delivered a speech to the Japan-New Zealand Business Council. The Minister of Trade and Export Growth met with the Japanese Ministers of Foreign Affairs; Economy, Trade and Industry; Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; and the Minister in Charge of Economic Revitalization (including CPTPP). Auckland.
For further details, click here
Minutes from 27 April 2022 Executive Meeting
The Minutes are now available in the Members Section
Read moreNew Zealand Hydrogen Council: H2 2 Zero Summit
The New Zealand Hydrogen Council's inaugural hydrogen conference, the H2 2 Zero Summit, will be held at Te Papa, Wellington on 3 & 4 May 2022.
This hybrid event will accomodate 200 delegates at Te Papa, Wellington, with provision also for live online streaming
The two-day Summit will bring together the entire value chain of those involved in the delivery of hydrogen initiatives across production, transport, storage, distribution and export and will include key international influencers and local industry leaders who are at the forefront of advancing the uptake of hydrogen as an integral part of our transition to a low emissions future.
To register please visit the conference website H2 2 ZERO Summit Special rates are available for New Zealand Hydrogen Council Members and students, and all categories are eligible for an early bird discount until Wednesday 6 April 2022.