Results

Central Otago Golf Tournament 2023

Our People

With expertise in all areas of business, the Business South team can provide the advice and support you need to succeed.

Dunedin Golf Tournament: Scores and Prizes

Spring '23: Regional HR Update

Grand Business South Awards 2023- Recap

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team

Finalists announced for The Grand Business South Awards 2022

Regional Business Partner Case Study: Addstaff Ltd

Employment Law & HR Support

We are proud to have partnered with the best in the business for our Employment Relations suite. 

You can always call us on 0508 656 757 for any questions or concerns about your business and offer a wide suite of services to help with your legal or HR needs. 

Our Region

Otago and Southland form the heartland of New Zealand, representing some of the best and brightest business this country has to offer.

Leadership Academy

• It is aimed at Otago business leaders to be better equipped for leadership within their organisation, workplace or business.
• This inspirational programme is the catalyst that ignites relationship building with like-minded professional peers, fosters inspiration to take your leadership career to the next level and provides outstanding opportunities to learn from prominent Otago leaders.
• Designed to develop your leadership skills you will be equipped with a good understanding of what is required to be a significant leader in your own organisation and in the wider business community.
• One session per week with 2 speakers, for 4 weeks. Groups are limited to a maximum of 12 participants.

Find Out More

Ready to upskill your leadership and to connect with great leaders in the region? Check out the next Leadership Academy programme below and register today!

Business Success

2023 Budget Update

Letter from the BSCO Chair

Research and Development

Access a range of supports and grants suitable for all stages of the business lifecycle below. 

Large Business

Large corporations are major employers and contribute significantly to local and national economies. They thrive through investing in people, innovation, assets and growth opportunities.

Medium Business

Mid-sized businesses are renowned for longevity, stability and strong growth performance, making a considerable contribution to the local, regional and national economies.

Business Health Check

Small Business

Small businesses are creative, innovative and dynamic, and are key drivers of economic growth. In fact, small enterprise is often referred to as the ‘engine room of growth’.

Did you know…

Small enterprises represent over 97% of New Zealand firms, and more than half of all Business South members.

Preens Partner with ECCA to Continue to Reduce Emissions

New HR Advisory Service Exclusively Available to Members

Tiaki Bees benefits from Management Capability Funding

Join the Otago Central Rail Trail Network

Go Global 2022

Celebrating the best of Waitaki business

Sustainability

A commitment to sustainability minimises harm to communities and the natural environment – it also increases business resilience and innovation, and can give you a competitive edge.

Does tourism matter to you Dunedin?

Meaningful Connections

AdviceLine

AdviceLine provides all the legal and professional advice you need to know.

This members-only service allows you unlimited call access to support you through a full range of employment-related questions and concerns.

Call us anytime during business hours – Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm

Regional Business Case Study: 222 Photographic Studios

High Performance

Our Story

Business South is a voice for business, fostering a strong regional economy and a thriving business sector.

A strong business community contributes to the health and wellbeing of our local communities and ensures a sustainable, prosperous future.

Watch the video below to learn more about the goals and values we live, operate and measure ourselves by, as we work to achieve our vision of creating a thriving business environment that benefits the whole region.