Human Resources - Spring 2025

Connection and networking in New Zealand workplaces 

In an increasingly complex and fast-moving work environment, connection matters more than ever. For many HR professionals, strong networks, trusted relationships and shared learning are essential to navigating people challenges and building confidence in their practice. 

The Spring 2025 issue of Human Resources magazine focuses on connection and networking, exploring how HR professionals can strengthen relationships, build capability and support one another across New Zealand workplaces. 

What's in this issue

This issue brings together practical insight and professional reflection, including: 

• The value of networking and connection for HR professionals at all career stages
• Rethinking mentoring and how meaningful mentor-mentee relationships are evolving
• updates on changes to the HRNZ Constitution and what they mean for members
• Legal and regulatory insights, including employment law, immigration and privacy updates
• Research-led perspectives on inclusive HR career pathways
• Professional development highlights and capability-building opportunities
• Continuing HRNZ's 40 Years, 40 Stories, celebrating the people and moments that have shaped the profession

Why this matters for HR professionals

For HR professionals working across Aotearoa, strong networks provide support, perspective and confidence, particularly for those in sole-charge of small HR teams. This issue highlights how connection and shared learning strengthen both individual practice and the wider HR profession.

Supporting professional practice

Articles in this issue are mapped to The Path, HRNZ's Capability Framework, helping readers connect ideas, learning and professional development across core HR capability areas.

Read the full issue

The Spring 2025 issue of Human Resources magazine is availale digitally and free to access. 

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