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Mindz In Action 2025

Our People

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

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Employment Law & HR Support

We are proud to have partnered with the best in the business for our legal support. 

Members can contact our team for support with general legal queries, and we'll connect you with legal firm of your choice, offering preferential rates for Business South members

Call us on 0508 656 757 for any questions or concerns about your business we offer a wide suite of services to help with your legal. 

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SOREC and Leonardo Helicopters running STEM sessions for schools in Otago

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Business Advocacy

We are proud to be the voice of over 1,300 businesses in the south and to represent business interests in government, locally and nationally.

We are here for businesses to share your insights (what keeps you awake at night) so we can advocate for you to minimise barriers, ideally before they arise.  

By activating your voice Business South advocates your business issues with decision-makers in local and central government.  

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Business Health Check Launches

Business Health Check self assessment tool

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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.

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Our Region

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

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For Trades

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

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Home

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

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News

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

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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.

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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.

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Calendar

From conferences and business expos to webinars and Business After 5 (BA5) events, we’re sure you’ll find something to suit your tastes.

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Business Strategy and Growth

Looking to start, grow or develop your business?

As a local Regional Business Partner we are able to help you accelerate your business towards the best it can be. Either through knowledge, connections, or subsided training opportunity and funding.

As part of the wider regional business Partners Network (part of 14 other growth agencies) we can provide you with the support you need.

Our advisors are here for you and can meet you for a free business assessment which will look at your business, identify the next steps and come up with an action plan to grow your business, because every business should have the best chance of being the best it can be.

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Research and Development

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

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Health and Safety Support

Providing a safe and healthy work environment benefits your business, increasing productivity and performance, and protecting you and your workforce.

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Phone App

Members save an average of $700 per year through our discounts. 

 

The app is designed to provide a seamless experience for members to access discounts from businesses in the region.

Simply sign up using your Business South Membership number to access the discounts and check out the other features on the app:

  • Members-only resources: A range of resources exclusively available to members including reports on our talks with government / councils; Adviceline HR guides and exclusive webinar access.
  • Notifications: Opt-in to receive important updates and notifications from Business South.
  • Training and Events: stay informed about the latest training and events from Business South.


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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.

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Training

We’re proud to offer the most comprehensive range of professional development training in the region, customised and delivered in-house.

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Leadership Academy

  • 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.

 

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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!

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November 2023 Quarterly Southern Business Survey

Quarterly Southern Business Survey Results November 2023

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