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Annual Report 2023

It is with great pleasure that we present our Annual Report 2023.  As our first full 12-month cycle as Business South, there is much to reflect on and we are very proud of our achievements to date. 

Read on for the full report. 

Call for Nominations: Business South Board 2023

Nominations are now open for two places on the Board of Business South Incorporated.

There are two places available. Nominations close 5:00pm on Wednesday, 25 October 2023

Spring '23: Regional HR Update

Welcome to our Spring HR update with LoganHR. Read on to learn the top 5 HR issues we are seeing in the region at the moment.

Central Otago Golf Tournament 2023

Despite the wild weather conditions, our Central Otago Golf Tournament 2023 went ahead and a great time was had by all. Thank you for the teams who braved the elements to raise funds for the Young Enterprise Scheme! 

September Quarterly Southern Business Survey Results

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

Business Health Check Launches

Today we're excited to launch our newest service offering: the Business Health Check - Te oranga ō tō pakihi.

Homestay Hosts Needed

Study Dunedin is looking for local families who are willing to host an international student in their home and involve them in their family life and the local culture.

Exports Crucial to NZ Economy: ExportNZ Pre-Election Report Released

ExportNZ’s 2023 pre-election report sets out the state of play for the sector and invites the next government to collaborate further on the challenges facing businesses.

Abalro Nominated for YES Alumni Awards - Voting Open

Dunedin Young Enterprise Scheme 2021 finals winners, Abalro have been nominated for the Young Enterprise Scheme's Alumni Awards.

Preens Partner with ECCA to Continue to Reduce Emissions

Preens have been monitoring their carbon footprint for 10 years and has been benchmarking themselves within the Apparelmaster network. After working closely with local company Ahikā Consulting, they have put a carbon reduction plan in place.

New HR Advisory Service Exclusively Available to Members

Business South have announced their newest Accredited Service Delivery (ASD) partner Logan HR – a local team of professional Human Resource Consultants, who offer a pragmatic and commercial approach to their advice ensuring it is clear, concise and solutions-based.

Young Enterprise Scheme Student Fuelling Teenagers’ Lifestyles … and Learning

Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) student, Olivia Edmonds is embarking on an exciting entrepreneurial journey as she prepares to take her business to market.