As a business owner, GST is not a tax on your business income. Your customers pay this when buying your goods and services. You collect GST on behalf of the government. Is your business set up for GST?

As a tradie, you might think loyalty rewards are tax-free. But the Inland Revenue has confirmed that this often isn't the case! We share the rules and what they mean for you.

Creating and sustaining a brand identity for your business can set you apart from competitors and nurtures customer trust. Sponsoring community events or local teams can be a great way to do this. And sponsorship expenditure may be tax deductible.

Our weekly newsletter has an update on the following
• GST and your business
• Are tradie loyalty rewards taxable?
• Sponsorship of community events and teams - is it tax deductible?

Newsletter 11th November 2025

When did you last review your business strategy? We share four areas you should revisit and update to create the best possible strategic and growth outcomes.

Want to cut unnecessary costs, optimise the most profitable parts of the business, and increase your overall return on investment? Talk to us about how we can work with you to support your ongoing business profitability.

Do you pay employees sums in addition to their normal wages, such as allowances, benefits, lump-sum payments, or holiday pay? Be aware of your tax liabilities and know when you need to deduct PAYE on behalf of your employees.

Our weekly newsletter has an update on the following
• The basics of strategic advice: why your business needs an evolving strategy
• How can we support your business profitability?
• Tax and Paying People - allowances, benefits, lump sums

Newsletter 4th November 2025

Understanding the basics of business finance is a must as a business owner. We've outlined how income and expenditure work and the vital part they play in your financial health.

62% of New Zealand businesses say they're losing money to late payments. We've got 4 simple tips for speeding up those late payments and making it easier for customers to pay you.

Sole traders, you don't have to feel you're always doing it all on your own! It takes a village to raise .... a business. Here are some tips on building a business village when you're going it alone.

Our weekly newsletter has an update on the following
• The basics of business finance: income and expenditure
• Getting late payments under control
• Sole traders: Who's in your business village?

Newsletter 28th October 2025

Data is only powerful with context. It needs to be accurate and organised and you need to be clear on the necessities vs the niceties. We can accumulate, analyse, report and advise on your data or the tools to help get the clarity you need.

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) concerns are a vital part of running a business. Our 101 guide gives you the lowdown on ESG and how it helps your risk management.

Workplace safety is about more than hard hats and safety rails. Psychosocial risks at work can harm a worker's physical and mental health. Use this checklist as a starting point to support your team's psychosocial health.

Our weekly newsletter has an update on the following
• Making data meaningful in your business
• Your 101 guide to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
• Manage the risk you can't see with our workplace psychosocial checklist

Newsletter 21st October 2025