Are you new to the North West or have recently started a business?

We've collected a range of information that might help you navigate your way to success including information on marketing through to local council rules.

Getting Started

Have you recently started a business? Find out what support is available to help you grow.

The Ministry for Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) have an easy 10 Step Guide to starting a new business.  Check it out here.

Find out about:

  • choosing a name for your business 
  • make sure you have a viable idea 
  • choosing the right company legal structure
  • reserving a business name
  • getting a NZ business number
  • registering your business
  • registering for GST and more.

 

Mentoring Help

Get mentoring help to grow your business, click here for more information.

 

General Business Assistance 

MBIE has a range of services, toolkits, online seminars and other assistance for businesses, click here.


Auckland Council

Rubbish & Recycling

In Rodney, there are currently no council-provided general waste services however there is a recycling service and you can click here to find out more about ordering a new bin. You will need to contact a private collector or purchase pre-paid bin bags from a local supermarket

Signs and Sandwich Boards

There are rules around where you can put a sign both in public spaces and on your building. To save time, money and heartache by getting it wrong, check here first to make sure your sign is compliant before ordering it.