Restrictions on the naming of food and beverage products
Some terms used to describe food, alcohol and other goods now have restrictions on their use. Find out what the changes mean for your business.
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Get ready for changes to exporting to the European Union
Most New Zealand goods entering the EU will have tariffs removed entirely from 1 May, 2024.
5 tips for a happy Mother’s Day
Make sure your claims – from product descriptions to stock levels and delivery timeframes – are clear, accurate and substantiated.
Discover best practice with expert standards
Find collections of standards to help you build an efficient and safe environment for your business and customers.
Time to review your customer contracts
When you have customer contracts, they must be fair under the law. Now’s a good time to review yours.
Exporting gets easier with online application
It’s now easier than ever for businesses to apply to join Customs’ Secure Exports Scheme, which helps exporters save time and money at the border.
File on time: Tax returns due 7 July
Income tax returns are due by 7 July. Find out what you need to do.
Export your food products with confidence
If you’re considering exporting your food products, the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) can help you navigate the journey.
Joining a co-op could benefit your business
There are many benefits to being in a co-operative, but what could joining one mean for your business?
Family business planning over summer
The summer holidays offer a good opportunity to get together and discuss the future of your family business.
NZEC can help with exporting challenges
Being an exporter is a good way to grow your business, but there can sometimes be financial challenges along the way.
Short-term rentals: What you need to know
If you’re renting out your home or holiday house over summer, make sure you know the rules on taxes, holiday rental agreements, claiming expenses and more.
Grab a first year tax discount and other tax tips
If it's your first year of business, you don’t have to pay your income tax until well after 31 March. But if you do pay before then, you could get a discount.
Negotiation tips when hiring
Think beyond money to find the best candidate. Flexibility, personal development and culture can be huge draws.
If you’re a landlord, you’re in business
If you’re collecting rent, you’re running a business. Residential rental properties come with rules you have to comply with. Here’s what you need to know.
Accommodation for workers: what you need to know
By law, anyone working for you in return for food or accommodation is most likely an employee. You may also be their landlord.
How a flexible workforce helps your business
Having a flexible workforce has benefits both for employees, and for your business. Here’s why these arrangements make good business sense.
Claiming expenses on business trips
You can claim the cost of many daily expenses when travelling for work. If the trip is part business, part holiday, you can only claim work-related expenses.
Selling online: Hobby or business?
If you regularly sell online, you are “in trade”. This means paying tax and complying with consumer laws.
KiwiSaver: Opt in and dial up your savings
If you think KiwiSaver isn’t for you because you’re self-employed, you’re probably missing out on thousands of dollars in government contributions.