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7 October 2021 COVID-19 edition |
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- A 3-step plan to ease Alert Level 3 restrictions in Auckland has been introduced. Step 1 came into effect at 11:59pm on 5 October.
- Hamilton and North West Waikato are in Alert Level 3.
- The rest of New Zealand is in Alert Level 2. Some Alert Level 2 guidance has changed for hospitality and events.
See the rules and guidelines for operating at your alert level.
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We’re all looking forward to a classic Kiwi summer. With only eight weeks to go, there’s quite a bit your workplace can do to make summer unstoppable.
This checklist will help you get started.
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Due to a temporary shutdown of Inland Revenue’s systems in late October, the deadline to pay and file GST and provisional tax will be extended from 28 October to 4 November, subject to an Order in Council being passed.
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Applications are open for a new round of the Wage Subsidy. Applications for a third round of Resurgence Support Payments will open on 8 October. Find more information about these and other COVID-19 financial support that you may be eligible for.
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Face coverings are required for many workers and customers.
Find out the rules and obligations for businesses.
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There are updated rules about the number of QR posters you need to display in your business, as well as where you need to display them and what they should look like.
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Support wellbeing in your workplace and help those who are feeling stressed or overwhelmed. Check out the Mental Health Foundation's COVID-19 workplace wellbeing resources.
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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
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