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Tax toolbox for tradies
Take the stress out of tax - try out tax toolbox If you’re a tradie, or someone who helps a tradie keep on top of their books, check out Inland Revenue’s tax toolbox. The toolbox will show you: what expenses you can claim and how to keep good records what you need to do to stay on top of your income tax and GST what ...
Get support to recover from weather events
Back to Business - Get prepared! Are you an Auckland small business? Do you have a plan to deal with serious weather events? The Back to Business programme can assist you to prepare for whatever the future brings. It offers workshops, drop-in clinics, webinars, helplines and expert advice for businesses, along with practical resources for business continuity planning. A good place to ...
Top tips for working with a limited marketing budget
As a business owner, you know that marketing is essential to the success of your company. However, it can be challenging to create a marketing plan that is effective while working with a limited budget. Here are five top tips for working with a limited marketing budget, helping you to reach your target audience without breaking the bank. 1. Create a social ...
12 percent annual increase in food prices highest since September 1989
12 percent annual increase in food prices highest since September 1989 – media release Food prices were 12.0 percent higher in February 2023 than they were in February 2022, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. Grocery food was the largest contributor to this movement. In February 2023, the annual increase was due to rises across all the broad food categories ...
Cyclone and flood recovery support announced
Cyclone and flood recovery for businesses If you own a business in parts of the North Island and have been affected by Cyclone Gabrielle or January flooding you can apply for support to help you recovery. Government grants for recovery support The Government is providing $25 million in recovery support to businesses in seven regions affected by Cyclone Gabrielle and January floods in ...