Results

Contribute to valuable business data gathering

Strengthening trans-Tasman connections

Smoking Legislation

For Trades

Supporting young people to pursue their vocational ambitions and providing the business community with the next generation of talent.

Introducing our new Innovation Navigator

2023 Budget Update

Treasury Seminar - Productivity in a Changing World

Exportation Support

Export documentation can be complex – but we’ll help you simplify it.

Business South is an affiliated member of the International Chamber of Commerce Certificate of Origin Accreditation Chain. 

We supply Chamber-certified Certificates of Origin which provide import authorities and buyers with trusted assurance of origin.

Get in touch to learn more about how we can help you with your export needs.

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team

Applications to Initiate Bargaining for an FPA

STEM with Leonardo Helicopters

SOREC and Leonardo Helicopters running STEM sessions for schools in Otago

What the 2024/25 Budget means for our region

3 Steps To Developing a Business Continuity Plan

The voice of southern business

Fair Pay Agreements - information and support

Securing success through adversity

Meet Heidi Renata - Host for the AI Summit

Home

Business South is your Southern business association. Learn about the range of services, supports, training and networking opportunities we provide.

NZ Income Insurance Scheme

The New Zealand Income Insurance Scheme would offer financial support to workers who are made redundant through no fault of their own, or lose their jobs due to health conditions or disabilities, providing them with 80% of their income for up to seven months.

While Business South welcomes a number of aspects of the proposal, there are some concerning implications for business as it currently stands.

Saving our Standards

News

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

Preens Partner with ECCA to Continue to Reduce Emissions

Advocating for immigration changes

A Summary of Some Historical Points in the Chamber History

A Sustainability Yarn

Young Enterprise Scheme Student Fuelling Teenagers’ Lifestyles … and Learning

Maximise your membership

Accelerate your business with the healthcheck

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

Major health and safety consultation begins

Cross-party consensus has been achieved on climate adaptation

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

Quarterly Southern Business Survey Results: February 2023

Innovation funding available now

New Business Payment Practices disclosure regime

Meaningful Connections

Pathways Hub

Attracting and retaining staff is one the biggest challenges facing businesses in our region (and across Aotearoa).

Our Pathways Hub is a one-stop-shop for the services and support you need to grow your workforce.

Interested in hosting a BA5?

Tiaki Bees benefits from Management Capability Funding

Quarterly Southern Business Survey Results: May 2023

New HR Advisory Service Exclusively Available to Members

Noel Leeming & Warehouse Stationary Friends and Family Sale

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.

Business Advocacy

Your business sees things we can't see. The compliance cost that eats a Friday afternoon, the rule that makes no sense on the ground, the policy that would have looked different with a business like yours in the room.

That's exactly the insight we need. Business South turns what you tell us, in a survey, in an Accelerator session, in five minutes at an event, into a clear, constructive case for change. The more of you who speak up, the stronger that case becomes.

That insight is what shapes the conversations we have with decision makers on your behalf.

Research and Development

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

Dunedin Central City Safety Advisory Group - Update 26 August

Advice for Business Award entrants

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.

Business Success

Tourism funding support for Queenstown

How We Help

Our Region

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

Sustainability…. ready steady go!

Business Mentors

Prepare for future success with one of our experienced business mentors.

As an agent for Business Mentors New Zealand, we can connect you with a mentor to help you and your small business to build the skills and perspective for future success. 

 A business mentor would be a great option for you if:

• you are motivated and determined to grow your business
• you are willing to listen and receive constructive feedback related to you and your business
• you can commit to the mentoring relationship, working proactively to ensure tasks are achieved in a timely manner with open and honest communication.

Does tourism matter to you Dunedin?

2022 Annual Report

Annual Report, Business South Inc, 2022

The YES Otago Finals 2024

Join the Otago Central Rail Trail Network

Business Payment Practices disclosure scheme update

Annual Report 2023

Grand Business South Awards 2023- Recap

2degrees joins as an Enterprise Partner

Discussions with Hon. Andrew Bayly, Minister for Manufacturing and Small Business

Letter from the BSCO Chair

Membership Information

Running a business comes with constant decisions, pressure, and opportunity. That’s where Business South membership makes a difference — giving you access to practical support, advice, connections, and opportunities designed to help you move forward.

With more than 1,300 members across Otago and Southland, we work alongside businesses of all sizes to understand where they’re at and what’s next.

Book a meeting with our team for a discovery session and see how we can support your business or head straight to our membership application. 

Greater clarity around contractors

Wahine Connection - 24 October

Member to member discounts

NZ CCI

Business South belongs to a network of 30 Chambers of Commerce nationwide, providing a voice for business and opportunities for growth.

New Zealand Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 47, Auckland 1140

Celebrating business excellence in style

Accredited Service Providers

Provide your local community with products and services, grow your business and reputation in the region, and elevate your brand with Business South.

Regional Business Partner Case Study: Black Sheep

November 2023 Quarterly Southern Business Survey

Quarterly Southern Business Survey Results November 2023

Central Otago Golf Tournament 2023

Abalro Nominated for YES Alumni Awards - Voting Open

Become a Food Rescue Champion

Call For Nominations – Business South Inc. Board 2022/2023

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.