Renting to students
Student tenancies are covered by the same rules as other tenancies — but sometimes students have different expectations, especially around length of lease.
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Law change: New rules if you sell food
New rules may apply to all types of food businesses. If you sell food, you should now have registered for the new Food Act.
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.
Using the Companies Register just got better
It’s now easier to use online services and find tips on how to register a company, search the Companies Register, or keep your company’s details up to date.
Retail crime: Simple ways to reduce your risk
Hi-tech cameras and round-the-clock guards are beyond the reach of many shop owners. Here are ways you and any staff can protect your business and stay safe.
Two-factor authentication: Quick security for email and data
Add extra security to your accounts and devices by turning on two-step verification. It takes just a few minutes to set up — and stop hackers in their tracks.
Cyber security: Is yours up to scratch?
Cyber crime is rising and many businesses make these common mistakes. Take a self-assessment to see how your cyber protection stacks up — plus pick up tips.
Hazard alert: Bakeries and collision repair workshops
Bakery and collision repair workshop workers face a high level of work and health-related risks. They’re now included in WorkSafe’s Around the Block tool.
Vodafone email shutdown and your business
Common email addresses, eg Paradise and Clear, will not work after 30 November. Follow these steps to keep your business running smoothly with a new account.
Customer loyalty: How to build it
It’s not just what you sell that brings in loyal customers. Good customer service is key, including how you handle returns and complaints.
Health and safety: Workplace bullying
Bullying at work can affect your workers’ health, and damage your culture and profit. Find out what you must do by law to keep your workplace healthy and safe.
Are you under insured?
Holding back on insurance can be tempting when money’s tight. But allowing for risk could mean the difference between going under and thriving.
Save on power: new online tool for business
Could your energy use be eating into profits? EECA’s new tool tells you where you use most power and how to use less. Get custom results and easy ways to save.
Customer complaints: Fixing delivery problems
Step-by-step advice for sellers on what to do if a customer complains about damaged parcels or delayed deliveries.
Relocation: Is it the right move?
New business premises can unlock new opportunities, but can also cause disruptions. Make sure you know why you’re moving and have a plan.
Guard your business against cyber attacks
A few easy practices will lower your risk of being exposed to a cyber security threat. These will also help keep important business data safe and secure.
Protect customer information: Free online training
Many businesses collect personal information about customers or employees. Find out your privacy responsibilities with a new 30-minute training module.
Webinar: Keeping your small business safe online
Tips and resources recommended by our panel of experts to protect your business from scams and hack attacks.
Switch on to Techweek
From hi-tech to ag-tech, cloud computing to co-working, 100+ events will be held across New Zealand. Expos, meet-ups, workshops and webinars run 6-14 May.
2017 Roadshow of government support for businesses
A series of events, hosted by Minister Jacqui Dean around New Zealand, giving business owners the chance to talk directly to the agencies they deal with.