From the editor

What is our collective view on the future trends of our workforce? How will it look? How will it influence the way we work? And what do these trends mean for the skills and capabilities of the HR profession? As crucial players in this evolution, where can we add value?

While, of course, no one has the definitive answer to any of these questions, it’s always helpful to explore how we can thrive and adapt in our roles moving forward. That’s exactly what this issue of the magazine is dedicated to doing, and we invite you to be a part of this important conversation.

HRNZ Members are telling us they think there will be lots of internal change, technological and digital transformation, demographic changes and diversity of employment relationships. So we take a deep dive into those topics here. We hear about how three organisations are deepening their knowledge of neurodiversity in the workplace and what they suggest others can learn from them. We hear from Dr Nimbus Staniland at the University of Auckland on how we can think holistically about training and development in the context of te ao Māori and from Kate Billing on how we can work better with our ageing workforce. Dellwyn Stuart, pay gap campaigner and CEO of YWCA Auckland, writes about how we can create a better future for women and other minority groups in Aotearoa New Zealand. Plus, we have our usual line-up of outstanding columnists, sharing their wisdom on topics ranging from employment law and immigration law to professional development and research updates.

With the holiday season not too far away, please use this magazine as an opportunity to rest a moment, and get a fresh perspective on what lies ahead for 2025 and beyond. A big thank you goes to all the brilliant people who make this magazine happen; HRNZ really appreciates your contributions, ideas and input.

From the entire magazine team, I wish you a joyous and restful holiday season.

Kathy Catton

Managing Editor

Kathy.Catton@hrnz.org.nz