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Sell products? Check out this website
Any businesses that sell products need to ensure they’re safe, and their measures are accurate. Trading Standards has a new website to tell you all you need to know. We ensure New Zealanders have safe products, accurate measurement and quality fuel. We also administer and maintain three occupational licensing registers — motor vehicle traders, auctioneers and pool inspectors. Check it out Source: www.business.govt.nz ...
What you need to know about your ACC invoice
Everyone in New Zealand who’s in business has to pay ACC levies, which cover the cost of injuries caused by accidents. This year's invoices are coming soon. Here's how to get ready. What you need to know Whether you’re self-employed, a contractor, or you have staff, you’ll likely receive an invoice from ACC between mid-July and mid-August. Everyone in New Zealand who is ...
Is your business export ready?
If you’re not exporting yet, but are serious about getting it right from the start, Export Essentials workshops can help you prepare and build a strong pathway for international growth. Export essentials workshops If you’re thinking about exporting, you likely have a lot of questions. Last year, New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) launched the Export Essentials programme to help answer them. Export ...
Have overseas accounts? What you need to know
If you have an account with an offshore financial institution, including accounts maintained with certain offshore trusts, information about your overseas investments will soon be shared with Inland Revenue. What you need to know New Zealand is one of 105 countries and territories that has committed to sharing financial account information to combat global tax evasion. These laws have been in place ...
If you can’t back it up, don’t say it
If you sell products or services, you need to be able to back up the claims you make about them. A new video from the Commerce Commission gives tips for traders on false, misleading or unsubstantiated claims and how toavoid making them. Consumers rely on what you say – make sure it’s true A new video from the Commerce Commission provides advice ...