Welcome to the winter edition of our newsletter.  End of Financial Year is always a hectic time of year and this year is no different! We have been busy with tax returns and compliance, but also with helping our clients grow their businesses.

We are passionate about education and training and would love to help you meet your business and personal goals this year. A great start is a business plan. We conduct half-day sessions to get a one-page business plan that you will actually use, rather than the 20 page document you have at the bottom of your filing cabinet! 

Who doesn't want to get the most out of their business and free up some time for the things you love in the process? 

Included in this newsletter is how you can get government funding to help with the cost of business development, the events we have coming up, changes to legislation and tools you can use to give you more free time. 

If you know anyone who might like to receive our newsletter, please send us their email address and we can add them to our database. 

Stay warm and dry!

Regards,

The Ezebiz team

Regional Business Partner Network

Have you heard of the Regional Business Partner Network? 

It is a government initiative designed to help small business with growth and innovation. If you are registered, you may qualify for a Capability Voucher to assist with 50% of the training costs associated with business development from an approved Service Provider.

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We are an approved Service Provider! We are currently approved to provide the following sessions:

- Business Planning

- Financial Awareness Coaching

- Quarterly Coaching

- Organisational Review

- Cash Flow Forecasting

If you're not sure where to start, come in for a Complimentary Client Review and sit down with Bronwyn or Angela and discuss your current situation and where you would like to be moving forward. 

Xero Training

Did you watch “What Next” with Nigel Latta & John Campbell last month?According to their researchers, there will only be 19 accountants in New Zealand by 2037.  

So if they are to be believed, how is this going to happen? Read Bronwyn's Blog here.

If you would like to arrange some one-on-one training on Xero, give us a call. We tailor the plans to suit your specific needs. 

Upcoming events

We have a number of education sessions coming up over the next few months. These are a great opportunity to increase your knowledge and ask questions.

July 19 - Managing your Debtors

August 16 - Xero Introduction

August 30 - 7 Ways to Grow your Business

September 27 - Xero Introduction

October 11 - Online Payroll 

Check out our website for more information on pricing and content.

Events we have attended

We are a proud sponsor of "Conversations with Women" - hosted by Carmel Murphy.  This is a great opportunity for women to network and get connected with women in our beautiful town. In May, Carmel interviewed Stacey Murray (Co-owner Jean & Jade) and Heidi Rosewarne (Co-owner Blueberry Corner) about the challenges they faced starting out in business and how they balance work and life goals. Attendees were able to ask questions, share insights and experiences, engage and network with like-minded women. 

There's another event being held in July 27th 12-2pm. 

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Angela, Erana and Aimee attended the New Zealand Bookkeepers Associated Incorporated (NZBAI) Conference in Auckland June 30 and July 1.  They attended a number of presentations on "The Future of Bookkeeping" and networked with industry professionals from around New Zealand. 

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June 14, we attended the "Take Care of Business: Government Supporting Your Business" roadshow hosted by business.govt.nz. It showcased a number of government agencies and how they can support business.  

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Upcoming changes to the tax thresholds 

The Government has announced changes to the tax thresholds.  The $14,000 income threshold has increased to $22,000 and the $48,000 threshold has been increased to $52,000. This means more money in your pockets! To read more about the changes, we have attached the "Family Incomes Package at a Glance". 

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Would you like to spend less time doing paperwork and more time growing your business? Have you considered using Receipt Bank? 

Receipt Bank helps small to medium-sized businesses and individuals save valuable hours by pulling information from receipts and invoices quickly, accurately, and efficiently.

Use an app on your phone to send receipts and invoices on the go. Or email invoices/receipts to Receipt Bank if you already have an electronic copy. 

Receipt bank integrates with your Xero account and allows you to ditch the paperwork.