Exclusive Travel Information Evening with the Team at House of Travel Lower Hutt

We’ll be sharing our top travel tips, hidden gems, and insider tricks to make your next adventure unforgettable. Plus, you’ll be in the draw to win a $500 travel voucher.

Spaces are limited, so be sure to register now to secure your spot.
We can’t wait to see you there!

Date: Thursday 12 September 2024
Time: 6:00pm
Location: Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce, Level 3/15 Daly Street, Lower Hutt

Your Invitation to the CGI NZ Conference

We're excited to invite you to the upcoming CGI NZ Conference, designed for those passionate about governance and leadership. This event offers a unique opportunity to learn from industry experts, engage in meaningful discussions, and network with peers.

Date: Thursday, 19 September 2024
Time: 8am - 6pm
Location: Auckland Hilton Hotel

Don't miss this chance to invest in your professional development and be inspired by leaders in the field.

Blossom Valley After Dark

The popular Blossom Valley After Dark experience will be back bigger and better again in 2024. Spend an evening wandering the trails through beautifully lit paths and gardens to see the blossoms in a whole new light!

With some great food and drink options available, picnic not only under the cherry blossoms, but the stars as well!

The University of Otago requests your participation in a survey on business plans

Your opinions and experiences will help banks and funding agencies understand the issues small businesses face when required to present a business plan for getting a loan or funding.

The survey is simple and anonymous, has no sensitive questions, and will not take more than 5 minutes to complete. Click on the link below.

Who is going to run your business when you can’t?  - ‘Have a hmmm'

ACC accepts around two million injury claims each year – many of which happen at work and have a big impact on the wellbeing of people in Aotearoa.

To reduce these numbers and keep people safe, ACC run the ‘Have a hmmm’ programme, the latest of which aims to encourage people to think before they do things, whether this is at work, home or playing sport, so they can avoid injuries and keep doing the things they love, or need, to do.

It also encourages Kiwis to think about how their own injuries could cause flow-on effects for friends, whānau, workmates and their wider community.

This approach has been taken because New Zealanders have told us they’re more likely to take steps to avoid injury if the potential injury has an impact on others. 

Ride Forever Campaign

The annual Motorcycle Awareness Month kicks off in September and signals the start of the peak motorcycle riding season. This is the time where over 50% of riders re-register their bikes and get back on the road after winter, so it’s a great opportunity for employers to remind their people, who commute to work by motorcycle, to stay safe on the roads.  

Motorcycle Awareness Month is all about celebrating getting back on the road safely and doing the thing all riders love - riding. But with more riders on the road, including commuters, the risks increase. 48% of deaths and serious injuries occur when riding in an urban environment.

If you’re a rider and getting ready for the new riding season, or wanting to make that ride to work safer, be sure to sign up to a Ride Forever course to hone your skills on your bike.

If you're an employer of riders, let them know about all the ways they can get ride-ready - so they can ride forever. Visit www.rideforever.co.nz

Boost your business with this AI offer!

FairAim-AI Team is excited to announce an extraordinary opportunity exclusively for the Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce members. We’re bringing cutting-edge AI capabilities within reach of local SMEs in Lower and Upper Hutt.

Mouthwatering Discounts -  Get in Quick:

• First 3 Quick Movers: Enjoy a whopping 90% discount – Just $250 per report.
• Next 5 Visionaries: Avail of an 80% discount – Only $500 per report.
• Subsequent 7 Innovators: Still get a substantial 70% discount – $750 per report.

Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to transform your business with AI. It is a juicy offer that will not be repeated. Act now!

What's Outisde The Box Event

Join us for an insightful and resourceful event designed to guide you through the next steps after school:

• Opportunities and advice from transition, vocational, and funding hosts
• Information from service providers (e.g., education, legal services, Manawanui, and Work and Income)
• Information on sport, recreation, art, and dance
• Metlink bus to explore
• Café on site

Don’t miss out on this chance to gather valuable information and connect with experts who can help shape your future. See you there!

Hutt Valley Riding for the Disabled are looking for assistance with their fundraising

"Are you a fundraising whizz?  Can you give up to 5 hours of your time every month?  Then we are looking for you."

Hutt Valley Riding for the Disabled is looking for assistance with their Fundraising.  They already have a person who is dedicated to grant funding, but they need help with organising events such as film evenings, car boot sales, chocolates, raffles, etc.

Riding for the Disabled require a person who can work in a voluntary capacity, who has a strong skillset and background in fundraising, who can work to organise fundraising opportunities (with oversight of from the Centre Co-ordinator) and be the go-to person for fundraising initiatives and activity.

If this is you, please get in touch with Bronwyn on 527 8360 or at bronwyn@hvrda.org.nz

Hutt Valley Riding for the Disabled are looking for assistance with their fundraising

"Are you a financial whizz?  Can you give up to 3 hours of your time every 6 weeks?  Then we are looking for you"

Hutt Valley Riding for the Disabled are looking for a new Board member with financial experience to join their Governance Board.

They require a person who can work in a voluntary capacity, who has a strong skillset and background in financial literacy, and who can review their financials and prepare a report for the Board.

The Board meetings are every 6 weeks, so the review and reporting requirement is just prior to these meetings.  Time is not onerous, perhaps up to 3 hours every 6 weeks

If this is you, please get in touch with Bronwyn on 527 8360 or at bronwyn@hvrda.org.nz

AI Forum releases ‘Blueprint’ for Aotearoa New Zealand

In July, the AI Forum of New Zealand released its AI Blueprint for Aotearoa New Zealand, which aims to align with the New Zealand Government’s AI Principles and Roadmap, and Callaghan Innovation’s work to encourage and support the adoption of AI in Aotearoa New Zealand. The paper presents a strategy to highlight current AI industry investments in this country. It also looks to help guide strategic investments over the next five years to support AI technologies.  

Loss Tax Credits (and RDTI) for the win!

We know many of our readers are investing heavily in R&D, but most aren’t aware of the R&D Loss Tax Credit. Are you spending 20% or more of your labour expenditure on research and development? Is your company likely to make a net loss in this tax year? If your answer is yes to both questions, you may be eligible for the R&D Loss Tax Credit, a refund for up to 28% of your tax losses from eligible R&D business expenditure. Plus, you may potentially also be eligible for the R&D Tax Incentive - a 15% tax credit against eligible R&D spend. Want to know more about the R&D Loss Tax Credit? Head over to the Inland Revenue Website.

Building a billion-dollar construction strategy

The New Zealand Construction Alliance (NZCA) is defying the odds and innovating to thrive, despite tough market conditions. With its members generating over NZ$1Billion in annual revenue, employing over 1,000 staff, and contributing significantly to national projects and regional economic development, the NZCA is a force to be reckoned with! We recently supported NZCA and its members to craft a comprehensive innovation strategy. Its aim? To supercharge construction productivity, profitability, sustainability, and regional engagements across Aotearoa New Zealand. Please reach out to us if you are in the construction sector, and are also keen to innovate and grow! 

German Economic Update: Opportunities under new growth initiative – August 2024

The German government has adopted a new and comprehensive ‘growth initiative’, a package of economic reforms aimed at stimulating the economy, the world’s third-largest, as it continues to struggle to recover from recent crises.

Fully implemented, the package aims to deliver additional growth from 2025 and could benefit New Zealand exporters by increasing consumer demand, facilitating access to the German public procurement market, and providing new sectoral opportunities.

For New Zealand businesses with an existing or future presence in Germany, other potential benefits include a lower tax burden, easier compliance with local laws, and opportunities to attract and retain skilled local staff.

What to do when products are unsafe

If a product you sell has safety concerns, doesn't meet standards, or causes injuries, you may need to conduct a product recall. All businesses have a responsibility to ensure product safety, following the voluntary ISO 10377 standard in New Zealand.

If a product is unsafe, issue a recall notice that identifies the product, explains the issue, outlines the remedy, and provides contact details. Your business or supplier should cover the costs.

Consumers are entitled to a repair, replacement, or refund if a product fails to meet safety standards, even without a recall. Ensure your returns and complaints policies are clear and fair.

Reduce your financial stress

Taking control of your finances can be simpler than you think.

Watch these short videos to learn tips to reduce any stress you're feeling about financial management or during tax time.

Fishing Levies Reduced for Industry Relief

The fishing industry’s annual levies have been cut from $41.2 million to $36.3 million for 2024/25 to support the sector during tough economic times. Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones announced the reduction, emphasizing that the goal is to ease costs without compromising services or sustainability. The move includes returning $3.2 million in overcharges, with ongoing discussions to find further savings and increase transparency.

2025 Te Pūnaha Hihiko: Vision Mātauranga Capability Fund Opening Soon

Applications for the 2025 round of Te Pūnaha Hihiko: Vision Mātauranga Capability Fund open on 28 August 2024. Up to $2 million per year is available to support projects that strengthen connections between Māori and the science, innovation, and technology sectors. Applications are due by 12 noon on 16 October 2024 via the Pītau Investment Management System. A webinar providing more information will be held on 18 September 2024. Register through Zoom to attend.

Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi (RiverLink) Riverworks and Rocklines

Greater Wellington Regional Council is seeking a qualified civil contractor to deliver construction services for riverworks and rockline development as part of the RiverLink programme. The project is scheduled for completion during the 2024/2025 earthworks season and will utilize existing haul roads and a 22,000-ton stockpile of B-grade rock.

Services such as design, overarching consent management plans, bioengineering, berm planting, and additional rock grading or supply are not required.

Stormwater Investigations: Margaret Street

As part of the preparation for Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi construction, stormwater pipe investigations will be conducted on Margaret Street on Monday, September 2, and Tuesday, September 3, 2024, from 7pm to 5am. Work will be done in stages to minimize disruption, with access to driveways, businesses, and the Riverbank car park maintained. Expect some parking disruptions, with 24-hour notice provided. Traffic management will be in place, so please allow extra travel time.

Thank you for your patience during this important work.

Looking to cut your energy costs? | Reliance Utilities

As NZ's fastest-growing energy broker, we secure the best deals for businesses, saving you up to 20% on your power bill. Simple, efficient, and reliable.

Reach out to Jigar from Reliance Utilities and start saving today.

Your best energy deal, on us.

2degrees Business Mobile| Chamber Member Deal

Join 2degrees on an eligible business mobile plan and get 2 months free. As a Chamber member you’ll also get 15% off for the life of your plan. 

Bunnings Trade | PowerPass Member Deal

Unlock a range of discounts and simplify the procurement of a huge range of products across our nationwide store network.
Bunnings Trade has partnered with NZ Chambers of Commerce to offer members access to the PowerPass membership program providing a range of exclusive benefits.

For any questions or queries, please feel free to email us at orgs@bunnings.co.nz.

Inferno Outdoor Fireplaces | Chamber Deals

Inferno Fires specialises in making their client's dreams & memories come true in their backyard. Inferno Outdoor Fires has a special offer for Chamber members of 5% off the marked price.

To find out more, click the button below!

Air New Zealand | Chamber Deals

For businesses looking to leverage the vast array of offerings from Air New Zealand, there's good news. Air New Zealand has crafted a specialised Business Services page that outlines the multitude of options and programs available for businesses.

To find out more, click the button below!

Z Energy | Chamber Deals

Z Business is delighted to advise that Chamber of Commerce members discount will increase from 10 cents per litre to 11 cents per litre off pump at service stations and truck stops from Monday 5 February.  

To find out more, click the button below!

More than you expected – Rove Rentals – Commercial Fleet

Located in Wellington Region

Hutt Valley based Rove Rentals are local and have the flexibility to think on their feet and make productive decisions.

ROVE started after seeing an increasing demand for commercial vans as well as a real shortage of quality vehicles and flexible terms. Using their 25 years’ experience in the motor vehicle service and retail industry, they knew they could provide a unique and quality service to the community.

Meeting the demand for local businesses means they provide modern vehicles and flexible arrangements that make the perfect solution and can fill the gap for businesses needing an extra van but can’t justify buying one.

Rove Rentals now have more commercial vehicles to meet your needs with specialised trucks to meet your business requirements.

HVCC OFFER – 15% off base rental rate, all vehicles

HOW TO REDEEM OFFER – when booking online, use code “HVC15” | when booking via phone or email, please mention this offer and confirm you are a member of the Chamber of Commerce

NZME | 50% discount off radio, digital, and print products for Chamber Members

Enjoy up to 50% off radio, digital, or print products in the Wellington market.

As part of this offer, NZME will provide a full business diagnostic session to tailor a campaign that meets your specific needs and delivers the results you’re looking for.

To take advantage of this fantastic offer, contact Hannah Doile at hannah.doile@nzme.co.nz today and mention you are a member.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to boost your business with NZME’s top-tier advertising solutions!

Terms and conditions may apply. This offer is only available to new NZME clients.

Brendan Foot Supersite | All-new 2024 Suzuki Swift with a petrol and mild hybrid engine.

Now Suzuki’s most fuel-efficient car – the new Swift smashed the factory fuel efficiency scores. The shape has been tweaked with a more modern interior, larger infotainment system, safety tech, and more colours to choose from. Suzuki Swifts are one of the most popular fleets cars and the 2024 model is available now from only $25,990 + ORC. It’s currently on display at Wellington airport.

50% discount on one-off deep cleaning service | CrewCare

As part of our commitment to the Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce Member-to-Member Discount Program, we are prepared to offer a 50% discount on our one-off deep cleaning service to all Chamber members. This significant discount is designed to provide value to our fellow members.

How to claim: Call on the 0800 number provided in the promo (0800-800-209)

T&C's apply. 

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