Other important business regulations
The regulations affecting your business will usually depend on the type of business you're operating. It's a good idea to keep up with changes in legislation by joining your local business and industry organisations. Here are some general regulations affecting businesses.
In New Zealand there are 3 ½ days when almost all shops are required to be closed. It’s important for shop owners to understand the conditions for restricted shop trading days, when most retail stores are expected to remain closed.
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The smokefree legislation amendment is designed to protect non-smokers from second-hand smoke. The changes have implications for schools and early childhood centres (EECs), retailers, licensed premises, sports clubs and all employers. Make sure you’re up to date with information about the changes affecting each group, how to comply with the legislation, and where to access signage and other resources.
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The Sale of Liquor Act 1989 is the legislation which governs the sale and supply of alcohol in New Zealand. You can download a copy of this legislation here. (PDF, 184 pages, 362KB.)
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As well as being a place of employment, the workplace is often a venue for socialising, end of week drinks, Christmas parties, and general celebrations. The workplace is a unique drinking setting with its own set of risks. A Host Responsibility policy for the workplace provides a positive way for a company to show its concern about the drinking, driving and the safety of its employees.
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Use this guide to host responsibility for 'licensed premises' to ensure you provide a safe drinking environment. The criterion for your premises licence requires compliance with all host responsibility principles. Follow the checklist and sample policy provided to help you develop your own Host Responsibility policy. (PDF, 32 pages, 414KB.)
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This is a general guide to the relevant provisions of the Commerce Act for those considering raising concerns with the Commission about possible anti-competitive practices. It is aimed at businesses wanting to better understand how the Commerce Act impacts on their business activities. (PDF, 22 pages, 782KB.)
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