Where to get official help.

business.govt.nz

The government’s free hub for starting, running and growing a business.

Companies Office

Register a company, file annual returns, check directors.

NZBN

Get and manage your New Zealand Business Number.

IRD — Business & organisations

GST, provisional tax, PAYE, deadlines and myIR.

IRD — GST

When to register, filing periods and what you can claim.

Employment New Zealand

Minimum rights, employment agreements, leave, pay and disputes.

Employment agreements

What an employment agreement must include, plus templates and guidance.

Immigration NZ — employers

Hiring people from overseas and accredited employer rules.

ACC — Business

Levies, cover for you and your staff, and injury prevention.

WorkSafe

Health and safety duties, guidance and notifying incidents.

Regional Business Partner Network

Free advice and possible co-funding for training and growth.

Callaghan Innovation

Support and grants for research, development and innovation.

NZTE

Help for businesses looking to export.

MoneyTalks

Free, confidential financial helpline.

Disputes Tribunal

Resolve disputes up to $30,000 without lawyers.

Consumer Protection

Your obligations under the Fair Trading and Consumer Guarantees Acts.