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FREE WEBINAR: Payroll Changes 2026 - What You Need FREE WEBINAR: Payroll Changes 2026 - What You Need to Know

As legislation continues to shift across the New Zealand employment and payroll landscape, thousands of small businesses risk falling behind—often without realising it. From updated minimum standards to complex changes to leave, holidays, and KiwiSaver obligations, 2026 brings one of the most significant compliance shifts in recent years.

Join Ontrack Group’s free webinar for practical guidance and live Q&A.

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23 startup stories. One programme. Real lessons. 23 startup stories. One programme. Real lessons.

There is a programme in New Zealand sharing 23 real startup stories from founders who have built, scaled, pivoted and persisted.
Inside the StartupNZ Entrepreneurs Programme you will find stories from businesses like:
Chia Sisters
Herb Science
Mons Royale
Kiwiklips
LYLTY App
My Food Bag
SaferMe
Walkon
ExtraOrder
Odocs
Clicea
Archipro
Real Health NZ
Xero
Tankful
IMAGR
GrabOne
Joyn Recruitment
My Goodness!
Little Yellow Bird
Joblist
Herald Diamond Couture
earSHOTS

These are not abstract case studies. They are local founders sharing real journeys. The wins. The pivots. The lessons learned along the way.

If you are building something of your own, sometimes the most powerful thing is seeing how others have navigated the path before you.

You can sign up and access the first three lessons for free. Learn more in BIO.

Which of these stories are you most curious to learn from? 🌱

#StartupNZ #StartStrong #GrowTogether #SupportLocal
Creativity becomes powerful when it’s paired with Creativity becomes powerful when it’s paired with possibility.

I recently connected with an incredible Startup NZ community leader who is doing exactly that, creating a space where making and entrepreneurship meet.

She is opening a community Maker Space where local creatives can access tools like laser cutters and sewing machines. This is not only to create, but to explore how their craft can also become a source of income through the Startup NZ scholarships.

Because creativity is abundant in our communities.
What’s often missing is the bridge to “how do I turn this into something sustainable?”

This is the kind of leadership that shifts communities. It gives people permission to try. To prototype. To discover whether their “side project” might become something more.
And this is also where sponsorship truly matters.

A heartfelt thank you to the sponsors who back the Startup NZ initiative, and through it amazing initiative like this!

This is how ecosystems strengthen. Not through talk, but through access.

#StartupNZ #EmpowerMeCollective #NZEntrepreneur #StartupNZSponsors
When Good Employees Go Bad: What Employers Should When Good Employees Go Bad: What Employers Should Do Next 

Many employers underestimate how quickly performance concerns or misconduct can become legal and operational risks if not handled carefully. 
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The future of commerce is coming to Auckland. Joi The future of commerce is coming to Auckland.

Join Stripe Local on 18 March for an afternoon exploring the trends shaping the next decade of commerce. From payments innovation to global growth strategies, this is your chance to hear directly from Stripe’s experts and connect with peers across the ecosystem.

📅 Wednesday 18 March 2026
📍 The Hotel Britomart, Auckland
🎟 Follow the link in our bio for more about this event and registrations
From a four-generation family recipe to a function From a four-generation family recipe to a functional food platform.

LULLAA™ NZSmartMilk™, created by the founders of Four Leaves Co Ltd, is built on a simple belief: if you design the system properly, the product doesn’t need to shout — it just works.

No heavy processing. No ingredient stacking. Just thoughtful food architecture designed for everyday family use.

Sometimes innovation isn’t louder. It’s quieter 🥛✨

Full story, link in bio

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Through the Startup NZ initiative, our sponsors do Through the Startup NZ initiative, our sponsors do more than support scholarships. The Startup NZ Sponsors showcase leadership, share their journey, and act as role models for the next wave of entrepreneurs.

The diversity is inspiring — B2B and B2C businesses, service providers, product makers, experts, coaches, and event organisers. The more we see ourselves reflected in others, the more we see what is possible for us and the more we can spread our wings. At the same time, we celebrate those who are already there.

That ripple effect is amplified through the scholarships they sponsor, giving aspiring entrepreneurs guidance, confidence, and opportunities they might not otherwise have. Love the win win through and through. 🌟

Want to learn more, email manuela@nzentrepreneur.co.nz

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👉️ Supporter Profile: Flying Lizard Brand Logic 👉️ Supporter Profile: Flying Lizard Brand Logic 

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🌱 Celebrating the Startup NZ Entrepreneurs Program 🌱 Celebrating the Startup NZ Entrepreneurs Programme

What sticks out for me about the Startup NZ Entrepreneurs programme? So much, but a few things shine:

= Insights from local businesses sharing their journey and lessons

= A mindset component that helps participants think strategically and build resilience

= Weekly access to an expert, even in a fully online programme, giving guidance, answering questions, and inspiring action

This programme is not just about learning business skills. It is about connection, growth, and giving aspiring entrepreneurs the tools, support, and confidence to take their ideas forward.

Register for the first FREE three lessons NOW: link in BIO. 

#StartupNZ #FuellingEntrepreneurship #StartStrong #GrowTogether
Scholarships That Bridge Vision and Action 🔥 "Th Scholarships That Bridge Vision and Action 🔥 

"This is not just working for income. I’m creating something that outlives me, builds reputation, and creates opportunities for others."

...a Startup NZ applicant reflecting on how a scholarship could enable her vision. She already has the drive, market insight, and community connections. 

But to scale her idea beyond a small programme into a high-impact initiative, she needs the right frameworks, guidance, and role models.

This is exactly the power of Startup NZ scholarships: they don’t just support individuals, they amplify ideas, strengthen communities, and turn ambition into real impact. 💛

Register for the first FREE three lessons NOW: link in BIO. 

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