Tools and advice from across government to save you time and help make your business a success.

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February 2021 Newsletter

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Register online: Business travel during Alert Level 3

If you or your employees need to cross Auckland’s Alert Level Boundary for work during Alert Level 3 you will need travel documents. You can register for these online.

Find out more

Contact tracing: QR posters and the tracer app

Your customers scanning in may be the difference between changing Alert Levels. Display your QR codes prominently and make them easy to find and use.

Get your QR code

COVID-19: Financial support

See what government support you can get. Examples include:

paid leave while you or staff wait for COVID-19 test results
tax payment options
wage subsidy if alert levels change.

Find support

Resilience: Tips for small business owners

2020 might be in the rear-vision mirror, but COVID-19 is not yet behind us. We asked an expert for mental wellbeing tips tailored for small business owners and sole traders.

Read on

New criteria: Small business cash flow loans

The eligibility criteria for small business cash flow loans has changed. See if these changes affect you.

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Landlords: More tenancy law changes

Recent changes to tenancy laws affect:

how you can end a tenancy
rent bidding and how you advertise your property
tenants’ right to make changes to your rental

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 low-interest loans, tax relief
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 wellness, and meeting your health and safety obligations.

North Island 0800 500 362 | South Island 0800 505 096