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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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Call for Nominations: Business South Board 2023
Call for Nominations for Business South Board 2023
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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.
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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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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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STEM with Leonardo Helicopters
SOREC and Leonardo Helicopters running STEM sessions for schools in Otago
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Membership Information
Business South membership grants you free or discounted access to a range of quality resources, supports, events and opportunities – all designed to support your success.
With more than 1,300 members throughout Otago and Southland, we work closely with a diverse range of organisations and sectors to bring specialist value to business.
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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.
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My Next Move
My Next Move connects local high schools and businesses, showing rangatahi about the world of work so they can make the right decisions about their future.
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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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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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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.
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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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.
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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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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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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.
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Fair Pay Agreements
The Government has recently passed the Fair Pay Agreements legislation. The introduction of FPAs is one of the most significant changes to New Zealand’s employment relations system.
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Plastic Phase Out: Guidance for Sellers and Manufacturers on Products Now Banned
Plastic is one of our greatest environmental challenges. It regularly ends up as waste in our landfills, our moana and whenua. Difficult to recycle packaging and products can interfere with our recycling systems and are often used only once before being disposed.
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Enterprise Partners
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