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Large Business

Considering the bigger picture.

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

How We Can Help


AdviceLine v2

AdviceLine

Free for members, AdviceLine provides expert business and legal advice and support for any business query or concern.

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Advocacy v2

Advocacy

Collective influence amplify your voice and be heard. We’ll engage with you to ensure your views are presented to officials and decision-makers.

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Major Companies v2

Major Companies Group

Become part of the Business NZ’s network’s collective of businesses, together representing 67% of New Zealand’s GDP.

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Employment Relations v2

Employment Relations

Our in-house legal team can provide all the assistance you need to address any employment-related issues.

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Sustainability Support v2

Sustainability Support

Receive guidance and advice on implementing meaningful sustainability initiatives to reduce the carbon footprint of your business.

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Export Support v2

Export Documents

Achieve Chamber-certified Certificates of Origin to provide trusted assurance to import authorities and buyers.

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Training v2

Training

Access a wide range of professional development programmes, including bespoke courses designed for your business and delivered on your turf.

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Grants And Funding v2

Grants and Funding

Access funding support to accelerate innovation and gain a competitive edge, including through research and development.

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Workforce Development v2

Workforce Development

Take the hassle out of trades and apprenticeship recruitment and let us source the workforce you need.

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Networking v2

Networking

Enjoy a variety of business and social events – a great opportunity to create and enhance relationships within the local business community.

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We're proud to partner with Business South! They lead the charge in business advocacy and provide great support to local businesses.

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Upcoming Events


Beer & Yarn

19 Oct 2026

Resilience and Wellbeing (Online)

21 Oct 2026

Too many busy professionals feel stressed, burned out, and overwhelmed. Discover how to work in a...

Wednesday Matters Webinar: Employment Leave Act: Guidance, Outlook and What It Means for You

21 Oct 2026

The Employment Leave Act is reshaping how businesses manage leave entitlements, and guidance on i...

Westpac Smarts Series: New Zealand trade policy – where we were and where we are – and how do we respond?

28 Oct 2026

Join us for a tour at Scott Tecnology and hear directly from Vangelis Vitalis, Deputy Secretary, ...

Dunedin October BA5 hosted by Aurora Energy

29 Oct 2026

Enjoy the opportunity to catch up with familiar faces, make new connections, and hear from Aurora...

Health and Safety Representative Training (Stage 1) - Invercargill

03 Nov 2026

Build the knowledge and skills to understand the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, manage risk ...

Central Otago Leadership Academy - Alexandra

05 Nov 2026

“…I had the most amazing experience and left with a wealth of new knowledge, inspira...

Holidays Act - Practical Guide (ONLINE)

06 Nov 2026

Holiday legislation has proven challenging, often leading to costly mistakes for employers. Th...

Foundations of Social Media Marketing - Dunedin

09 Nov 2026

This course provides a practical framework for social media marketing. Learn how Facebook an...

Registrations Closed

Essential Leadership Skills - Dunedin (1 day course)

16 Nov 2026

SOLD OUT! This course is fully booked please register for the same course the day after on 17 Nov...

Essential Leadership Skills - Dunedin (1 day course)

17 Nov 2026

Learn the skills to successfully manage and lead your team, and gain the knowledge and confidence...

Lunch & Learn Webinar Series for Not for Profits (ONLINE)

17 Nov 2026

Bring your lunch and build your skills with five free one-hour webinars for not-for-profits, cove...