Results

Securing success through adversity

Preens Partner with ECCA to Continue to Reduce Emissions

Introducing our new Innovation Navigator

For Trades

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

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.

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.

Home

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

Fair Pay Agreements come into effect

Fair Pay Agreements - information and support

Oritain Global named Supreme Grand Business of the Year

Celebrating the best of Waitaki business

Central Otago Golf Tournament 2023

Meaningful Connections

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.

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.

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. 

Interested in hosting a BA5?

Join the Otago Central Rail Trail Network

Business Payment Practices disclosure scheme update

Otago wins Young Enterprise Scheme Company of the Year

Introducing our new Business Navigator in Central

Applications to Initiate Bargaining for an FPA

New HR Advisory Service Exclusively Available to Members

Spring '23: Regional HR Update

Grand Business South Awards 2023- Recap

Meet Heidi Renata - Host for the AI Summit

Major health and safety consultation begins

Regional Business Case Study: Arrowtown Motel Apartments

Otago Polytechnic

Regional Business Partner Case Study: Black Sheep

Homestay Hosts Needed

Young Enterprise Scheme Student Fuelling Teenagers’ Lifestyles … and Learning

Dunedin Golf Tournament: Scores and Prizes

Resource Management Reform

Waste Minimisation Funding Available

Maximise your membership

High Performance

Business Success

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.

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.