Tools and advice from across government to save you time and help make your business a success. |
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The Close Contact Exemption scheme will help critical services manage absenteeism and continue operating as Omicron spreads. It will come into effect when the country moves to Phase Two of the Omicron strategy and continue in Phase Three.
For non-critical services at Phase Two, any business or sole trader may have a worker who is a close contact on-site, if the worker is not customer facing and can maintain a ‘bubble of one’ while at work.
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Border restrictions are about to be eased, enabling some international business travel to resume and more critical workers into New Zealand.
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Join Activate Tāmaki Makaurau to access free events, tools and other resources to help your business, including free webinars on how to assess the right funding options for your business.
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There are two different payments available when workers need to self-isolate because of COVID-19 or are waiting on a test result and can't work from home:
- COVID-19 Leave Support Scheme
- COVID-19 Short-Term Absence Payment.
Employers or the self-employed can apply for these payments to help pay wages. There are no revenue tests.
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From investment property changes to consumer credit updates, we've gathered recent law changes into one place. Check out this summary to see what applies to your business.
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If you want to up-skill in the digital space, learn how to build a website, understand online advertising or simply learn what a digital presence is, Digital Boost is here to help.
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Got questions or need support? Call the free COVID-19 Business HelplineAll New Zealand businesses, including sole traders, can get support and advice on:
- government financial support
- support for Auckland businesses
- what different COVID-19 Protection Framework 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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