Business links

The following is a list of local and national organisations that can assist your business.

Local business links

Gisborne Chamber of Commerce
The Gisborne Chamber of Commerce is the local biz centre for New Zealand Trade and Enterprise

Tairawhiti Development Partnership
The TDP provides a forum for co-operative and collective activity between the various sectors and communities in Tairāwhiti to promote and enhance the economic, cultural, environmental and social development of the region.

National business links

Business Mentoring New Zealand
All business operations trading 6 months and over and employing 25 people or fewer are eligible to access business mentoring guidance and advice from a volunteer business mentor through Business Mentoring New Zealand.

Department of Internal Affairs
Works at connecting citizens, communities and government to build a safe, strong nation. Things like Ethnic Affairs; births, deaths and marriages; lottery and community grants; gambling; anti-spam; local Government rules….

Department of Labour
DOL’s primary role is to improve the performance of the labour market and, through this, strengthen the economy and increase the standard of living for New Zealanders.

Foundation for Research, Science and Technology
Invests in research, science and technology on behalf of central Government.

Ministry of Economic Development
Works to make New Zealand one of the best places in the world to do business. Advises the Minister.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Government’s principal advisor and negotiator on foreign and trade policy issues. Diplomatic and consular services etc.

New Zealand Companies Office
The Companies Office is the government agency responsible for the administration of corporate body registers, including the Companies Register.

New Zealand Trade and Enterprise
A Government department, with several sub-sections, focusing on business development; export services; sector development; regional development; and New Zealand success.

New Zealand Government Business Site
This website brings together free business resources, tools and information to help people start, manage and grow their business.

Work and Income New Zealand
Helps with job hunting, employment information, community support and financial support while out of work.