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March 2021 Newsletter

COVID-19 Q+A with Chief Economist Donna Purdue

A year on from COVID-19 hitting our shores, we talk to MBIE's Chief Economist, Donna Purdue, about the opportunities and challenges the pandemic has presented for small businesses.

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Minimum wage going up

The minimum wage is going up on 1 April 2021.

See the new hourly rates and what you'll need to do.

More details

COVID-19 vaccine rollout

The COVID-19 vaccine could make a big difference to the way you do business. Find out:

when you can get a vaccine
where vaccinations will happen.

Rollout details

Managing your working capital

Getting your head around key numbers, like your working capital, can help you spot risks and know when you’re in a financial position to jump on an opportunity.

Easter trading hours

Did you know Easter Sunday is not a public holiday? If you're trading, your employees get their usual Sunday rate and you don't need to give them a paid day off later.

Easter trading

Contact tracing: QR codes 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

Resurgence Support Payment: Get your applications in

You have until 12 April 2021 to apply for a Resurgence Support Payment if your business was impacted by the alert level change on 28 February. Applications have now closed for payments relating to the alert level change on 15 February.

Apply now

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