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South Canterbury COVID-19 Support Team Business Assistance
The South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce is the official South Canterbury Covid-19 Response Team for business advice and funding support.
This page brings together information relating to COVID-19, how it may affect your business and how you can stay up to date as new information becomes available.
CONTACT THE SOUTH CANTERBURY CHAMBER: +64 3 687 2733 or email your contact details to: enquiries@scchamber.org.nz
COVID-19 Updates and Resources:
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Official COVID-19 website this government website has everything in one place – traffic light system, advice for business, border plan, personal guidance, and resources
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When New Zealand's borders open NZ’s border is reopening to all tourists and Visa holders from 31 July 2022. Find updates here.
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Ministry of Health this section provides the latest updates, information and advice on COVID-19, and link to the Omicron three phase response plan.
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Managing the impact of COVID-19 cases at your business. Have a plan for COVID-19, particularly the Omicron variety, affecting your workers, suppliers or customers.
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COVID-19: Financial support for businesses – A summary of the financial support available to help you, your business and employees through the response to COVID-19. (Applications for the COVID-19 Support Payment closed on 5th May 2022)
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Apprenticeship Boost Scheme extended until end December 2023 – a payment to help employers keep and take on new apprentices.
- Workplace Change & Restructuring Latest policies and processes for Employers who want to make a change in their workplace affecting structure and people’s roles. Steps in the change process
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Worksafe Business Risk Assessment COVID-19 guidance around what work requires a vaccinated employee and WorkSafe’s enforcement approach
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Export Advice NZTE and other government agencies are continuing to provide a range of support to exporters
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Immigration NZ COVID-19 Guidance
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Employer Accreditation and Work Visa (AEWV) a new temporary work visa replacing 6 current visas being introduced on 4 July 2022. Employers must be accredited to hire migrant workers on AEWV. 3 steps to hiring a migrant, accreditation types and Job Check
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Immigration NZ 2021 Resident Visa phase 1 opened 1st Dec 2021, phase 2 on 1st March 2022 – details, application process and helpful (phase 2) video
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Immigration NZ Visa extensions issued May 2022. Information on Visa extensions, expiry dates and changes to conditions.
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Leases & Tenancies information for landlords and tenants of commercial and residential properties during COVID-19
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Connected MSD site – connecting New Zealanders to Employment, Education and Training
Please contact us at the SC Chamber of Commerce for any further advice.
Regional Business Partner Programme
The South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce is the pathway to, and administrator of the government funded Regional Business Partner Network (RBP) for South Canterbury businesses. We're here to support your business recovery and growth.
The Regional Business Partner Network is a gateway that connects you to the right advice, people and resources.
Business Mentors New Zealand
Accessing the help of a business mentor is a great way to get ongoing support as you work through the challenges of COVID-19. Mentors can provide ears and eyes across your business, to help steer you in the right direction and provide a valuable sounding board in tough times (read more).
We can facilitate direct introductions or you can register on the BMNZ website. ($295 for 12 months).
For more information please contact Fiona Stevens on 03 687 2733 or email fiona@scchamber.org.nz
Free business support webinars available on demand HERE
Promote your business on the South Canterbury Market Place www.southcanterbury.org.nz regional website.
