25 April 2023
How to commence District Court proceedings in New Zealand – Information from the Ministry of Justice (New Zealand Courts).
Information on commencing District Court proceedings in New Zealand. This section outlines how you can start the following types of proceeding in a New Zealand District Court. General civil proceeding – recovering money or settling a dispute Originating application Civil appeal – asking a District Court to reconsider a Judge’s decision Restraining Orders Interlocutory application – applying for directions or...
25 April 2023
Getting divorced? Here’s some useful information from The Neill Group (TNG)
Are you getting divorced? Here’s some useful information. If you and your spouse or partner are still communicating, you may find the process of departing your relationship and starting the process of applying for a divorce to be quick and uncomplicated. However, if your separation becomes difficult it will take longer to settle. Before you can apply for a divorce...
25 April 2023
Why you need trained security professionals (not security guards) for your event, party or private function.
When I look at the security manpower landscape in New Zealand, I often think the words professional and security should not be in the same sentence. The guarding industry is driven by the dollar, not quality or professionalism, the importance of winning a security contract at any cost by the security company can easily erode any margin. Internationally owned...
25 April 2023
Security professional or a labourer in a security guards uniform?
The security guard industry has historically been driven by the dollar, not quality, service, or professionalism, the importance of winning a contract at any cost is the priority. The decision to “low ball” a contract often erodes any margin with the result being poorly engaged people, unsatisfied clients, and appalling service. In our market, we have a labour-hire company providing...
25 April 2023
New Zealand security guards – who engages security guards and why? Dion Neill, licensed security consultant.
Typically a security guard will provide business and commercial clients with a physical security service beyond the capability of CCTV and cameras. CCTV requires real-time monitoring by human eyes, someone needs to watch the cameras, right? Shopping complex’s, retail stores and commercial businesses, all require security guards, a physical security presence. Can you imagine all the theft and chaos...
25 April 2023
Dion Neill & The Neill Group (TNG), Finalist – 2023 New Zealand Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs).
The scores are in, judging is complete, and we are delighted to announce the finalists of the 2023 New Zealand OSPAs. Commenting on the awards founder of the OSPAs, Professor Martin Gill said: “This year we have seen a rise in the number and quality of entries received. The OSPAs were introduced in New Zealand for this first-time last year,...