COVID-19 updates from government

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Making business easier

Special Edition – 9 June 2020 

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Alert Level 1 for businesses

Following the Prime Minister's announcement, New Zealand is now at Alert Level 1. Find out what this means for you and your business.

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New income relief payment

New support is available for you or your employees if your business is no longer viable due to COVID-19. Find out if you're eligible and how to apply at Work and Income.

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Government loan applications extended

Applications for the small business cash flow loan scheme have been extended to 24 July. Use this tool to check your eligibility.

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Landlords: Deadline extended for compliance statement

The deadline for landlords to provide a compliance statement for the healthy homes standards has been extended to 1 December 2020.

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New support for commercial rent disputes

Government support is underway to help small businesses resolve disputes over their commercial rent agreements during COVID-19. More details from Ministry of Justice are expected late June.

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