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In this edition of YOUR news | |
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Kia ora tatou,
The lockdown extension announced by the Prime Minister on Monday signals further hardship and challenges for many members, as Auckland continues to bear the brunt of Covid lockdowns compared to the rest of the country. I sincerely hope that the planned reductions in Alert Levels come to fruition without any further delays so that members can gradually increase their operational capacity before time runs out for some.
Business North Harbour (BNH) continues to provide as much up-to-date information as possible to enable members to access Government and other support available and I would encourage everyone who is eligible to take advantage of this support, whether it be financial or advisory. Below this article there are several useful links that provide access to available support.
I applaud those members who are using their time in the current situation to work on their business. Some are looking to change their current business model, while others are reviewing and improving internal systems and processes or updating their websites. Whatever your individual ‘work-ons’ are I wish you every success.
I hope that the next message I send enables me to welcome some positive changes in Alert Levels. In the meantime, the BNH Team wish you all well and please do reach out to us at any time.
Ngā mihi mahana,
Kevin O'Leary General Manager, Business North Harbour | |
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Latest Covid information from business.govt.nz | |
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The following links from business.govt.nz provide the latest Covid related information on;
Got questions or need support? Call the free Covid-19 Business Helpline on 0800 500 362.
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Upcoming Workshops, Webinars & Events Please note that all September BNH in-person workshop & event dates have all been postponed due to current Auckland Covid Alert Levels | |
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You can't do healthy until you learn to be healthy Webinar recording | |
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Laurinda Howarth, Wellness Coach & Advocate from Funfit recently provided an informative 30-minute webinar covering being healthy and what are 5 things you can do today, to learn to be healthy? This webinar recording is now available to view here and can also be accessed via the Member Resources page on the BNH website.
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Māori Language Week, 13–19th September | |
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Te reo Māori has been an official language of Aotearoa since 1987. Every year Māori Language Week is held in September, starting on a Monday and ending on the following Sunday.
Māori Language Week (Māori: Te Wiki o te Reo Māori) is a government-sponsored initiative intended to encourage New Zealanders to promote the use of the Māori language, which, along with New Zealand Sign Language, is an official language of the country.
This special week is an opportunity for the concentrated celebration and promotion of te reo Māori, helping to secure its future as a living, dynamic, and rich language.
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According to ELMO’s 2021 HR Industry Benchmark Report, 71% of HR leaders say ‘general admin work’ takes up too much of HR’s time, relative to the value it delivers. Automating common HR processes can provide significant time savings, allowing your team to focus on cultivating an unforgettable employee experience.
But where can the biggest improvements be made? Read ELMO's whitepaper on the 7 Benefits of HR Process Automation here.
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Blender Design: Amazing things happen when culture blends with innovation | |
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In our recently released September FYI magazine, BNH features local business Blender Design as part of our Business Success series. If you visit Blender's Airborne Road HQ, you'll notice the company culture immediately. Not just from the team's warm welcome, but also because the business' core values are proudly and vividly on display, as a mural over the main stairwell.
For 15 years, Blender has been partnering with "business and product owners on awesome journeys" to help them design and develop new products that deliver positive impact and successful commercial outcomes. Co-founders Ollie McDermott and Ben Thomsen studied industrial design together at Massey University Albany. Read more here and view our online FYI magazines here.
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Buy North Harbour Facebook Group | |
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BNH set up its Buy North Harbour Facebook group in April 2020 to support our members and associate members during the initial New Zealand Covid lockdown. This platform allows our members to proactively promote their business, products, services and special offers along with the opportunity to support other North Harbour businesses by sharing tips and advice. Let's all continue to buy and support local especially whenever Alert Levels allow! Click here to join Buy North Harbour for free and engage with our local business community.
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St John Online Mental Health First Aid Course Offer | |
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Oh how much the world has been changed by Covid-19. We all need to find our new ‘normal’ and while some of us are still in lockdown, and others are moving down the Alert Levels, St John wants to share with you their Online Mental Health Course to help you support your staff, their families, and your own mental wellbeing. This is a 5 hour ‘modular’ course which makes it easy to complete in your own time and environment over the next 2 months.
St John is running a special promotion offering a 15% discount off this Mental Health Online Course which is available to you, your staff and their families. Click here to be taken to the St John booking site where you just need to add your details and promo code SJOMHFAAUG2021 to receive your 15% savings! All payments are made online by credit or debit card when you book and this offer closes on the 27th September 2021. For further information, contact Scott Lewis, Business Development Manager, St John New Zealand.
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Finalists announced for Sustainable Business Awards | |
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Finalists for this year’s Sustainable Business Awards have been announced. The Sustainable Business Awards recognise and celebrate success in sustainability and have have been running for 19 years. Congratulations to local North Harbour business All Heart NZ for making it through to the finals in the following three categories; Communicating for Impact; Going Circular and Social Impactor. Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony on the 25th November, to read more and see the full list of finalists, please click here.
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AT Commuter Calculator helps save time & money | |
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Ever wondered how much time and money you or your staff might save by taking the bus, ferry or train to work? Use the AT Commuter Calculator tool here to compare private car and public transport for your daily commute.
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Champagne On The Shore fundraiser | |
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The Champagne On The Shore fundraiser is coming this October and BNH are proud to support this event that will 100% benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®) New Zealand. Click here for further information and to purchase your tickets.
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