A new pilot programme has launched to help small businesses overcome barriers in accessing artificial intelligence tools that boost productivity and unlock growth, Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk has announced. "Artificial intelligence is becoming part of how Kiwis work every day across many industries. It can quickly sort information, answer simple customer questions [...]
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Leading the Way in Māori Youth Wellbeing! Jase Te Patu - Ngāti Apa, Ngāti Ruanui, Ngāti Tūwharetoa Jase Te Patu is the passionate force behind Hauora Aotearoa - Aotearoa’s leading kaupapa Māori mental health initiative for rangatahi!. Founded in 2018 (originally as M3 Mindfulness and rebranded in 2023), Hauora Aotearoa is all about empowering Māori youth [...]
Canterbury’s One-Stop Fix, Stop & Paint Whānau! Pateriki Mackie - Ngāpuhi Meet Pateriki and the team at VM Plastering Limited - a proud Māori-owned business shaking up the finishing trades in Ōtautahi/Christchurch. In just over two years, VM Plastering has built a reputation for professionalism, reliability, and top-notch workmanship across Canterbury. VM Plastering is your [...]
Gearing Up for Success: RIR Advanced Ltd Empowers the Eastern Bay! Rachel Field - Ngāti Awa, Ngāti Pikiao, Ngāi Tūhoe Meet Rachel Field, the powerhouse behind RIR Advanced Ltd - a business that’s not just about licences and endorsements, but about uplifting whānau and transforming futures in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. Rachel calls Te [...]
The Government has confirmed that the Holidays Act 2003 will be repealed and replaced. The new law aims to deliver more transparent and workable rules for employers, while ensuring employees continue to receive their correct entitlements. The Holidays Act has long been criticised for its complexity, creating compliance costs and confusion across workplaces. This reform [...]
Applications for the Te Hangarau mō te Taiohi Scholarship are still open. Two rangatahi in either Software Engineering, Data Engineering, or Design will recieve $6,000 pūtea + mentorship. If you are a rangatahi or know one studying in these areas - get in quick as applications close 15 October at 5pm. Think about what $6000 [...]
Te Taumata Conference CALLING ALL MAORI SMES & MEDIUM-SIZED ENTERPRISES! Te Taumata is proud to host a regional hui dedicated to empowering Māori businesses - and your attendance is fully subsidised. THIS IS A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO: Connect with other Mãori entrepreneurs Share your whakaaro and aspirations Learn about upcoming opportunities, support, and resources Strengthen [...]
Webinar - eInvoicing demystified for SMEs; Level up your skills YOU'RE INVITED! Are you responsible for invoicing in your business and want to learn how switching from PDF invoices to eInvoicing can save time, reduce admin and improve cash flow? Then join this eInvoicing webinar for small and medium sized businesses on Wednesday 15th October [...]
Governance Fundamentals is an interactive workshop designed to support future, new and established trustees of Māori Land Trusts and Marae. It focuses on helping participants navigate their governance responsibilities effectively, so that they can lead with confidence and purpose. Description: What participants will learn - · A clear understanding of trustee roles and responsibilities · [...]
