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September 22 2021 COVID-19 edition

Alert levels: See rules for your level

Auckland moved down to Alert Level 3 at 11.59pm on 21 September. Special rules apply to Upper Hauraki. The rest of New Zealand remains at Alert Level 2. See the rules and specific guidelines for operating in your alert level.

Level rules

Encourage vaccinations

Make time available during work hours for your workers to get vaccinated. A high vaccination rate is a big step towards protecting yourself and your business, as well as avoiding future lockdowns.

Find information about the vaccine and how to get vaccinated.

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Alert Level Boundaries: Mandatory testing

Permitted workers who want to cross an Alert Level Boundary for essential business purposes need to show proof they've had a COVID-19 test in the previous seven days. Otherwise they risk being turned around at the boundary.

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Financial support: Wage Subsidy and Resurgence Support

You can get the Wage Subsidy and the Resurgence Support Payment at the same time.

When calculating revenue loss when applying for the Wage Subsidy, you should not include any previous COVID-19 financial support payments, such as the Wage Subsidy, Leave Support Scheme, Short-term Absence Payment or the Resurgence Support Payment.

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Business debt hibernation applications closing

Applications for business debt hibernation close on 31 October 2021. Business debt hibernation helps companies and other entities affected by COVID-19 manage existing debts until they can start trading normally again.

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Managing your mental health

Stressful and uncertain times can take a toll on your mental health.

Check out our resources and guides to help you look after your mental wellbeing.

Take care

Got questions or need support? Call the free COVID-19 Business Helpline

All New Zealand businesses, including sole traders, can get support and advice on:

government financial support, eg Wage Subsidy Scheme, Resurgence Support Payment
what different alert levels mean for your business
business continuity
finding free or subsidised expert help, eg a business mentor or advisor.

Employers can also get specific advice on people challenges, including staffing changes, employee wellbeing, and meeting your health and safety obligations.

North Island 0800 500 362 | South Island 0800 505 096