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News

The world is ever-changing.

Keep up-to-date with the latest business news, industry developments, successes, submissions and media releases.

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August 2024 Quarterly Southern Business Survey

Southern business confidence has picked up this quarter, coupled with the recent fall in interest rates and anticipated improvements in individual financial performance and eased labour market constraints.

Read the latest findings from the Quarterly Southern Business Survey.

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Uber loses appeal - court rules drivers are employees, not contractors

The Court of Appeal is backing four Uber drivers in their fight to be treated as employees, rather than contractors. 

The court dismissed Uber’s appeal of a 2022 Employment Court decision that also ruled in favour of the drivers. 

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Letter from the BSCO Chair

Read about the latest updates and successes of the Central Otago Business Community.

Newcomer Leadership Scholarship recipients

Leadership Academy 2024 - Scholarship announcement

Central Otago District Council’s Welcoming Communities and Business South have partnered to support the leadership development of newcomers within the business, community and non-profit sectors. 

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Submission on Draft GPS on Land Transport 2024

Business South welcomes the opportunity to submit on the draft Government Policy Statement on Land Transport 2024.

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Saving our Standards

The BusinessNZ Network alongside a number of building and construction industry associations have achieved a win, securing the future of critical Standards needed by NZ industry.

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May 2024 - Quarterly Business Survey Results

The latest findings from the Quarterly Southern Business Survey are in.

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Major health and safety consultation begins

BusinessNZ is supportive of the consultation on work health and safety announced by the Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety.

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Incorporated Societies Act - Regulations Update Recording

If you are on a board or committee of an incorporated society, or work for one, this seminar recording is for you. 

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What the 2024/25 Budget means for our region

As we delve into the fiscal outlook for 2024/25, it’s clear that we’re in for a period of careful financial management. With the smallest operating allowance since 2017, the government faces a tight fiscal environment that demands prudent expenditure control. 

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Accelerate your business with the healthcheck

At Business South, we understand the challenges you face and have developed a handy tool to help you gauge your business's health and identify areas for growth.

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Meet Heidi Renata - Host for the AI Summit

Heidi Renata is the Co-founder and CEO of INNOV8HQ, has received various accolades throughout her career, including one of Vodafone's Top Business Leaders, the Otago Daily Times Business Leader of the Year in 2022 and Programme of the Year in 2023 for her Mana Rangatahi Programme.

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