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Davenports Harbour Lawyers Free Legal Fitness Check

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March 31, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – New Zealand

(PR.co.nz) Davenports Harbour Lawyers have created and released a free online legal fitness check for New Zealand businesses to help them identify where they might be legally vulnerable.

As a business owner, you will always want to ensure that you are following the right guidelines and advice, especially from a legal point of view. But are you truly clued up on the needs and where you stand with your small business? Often as a business owner, we have more focus on other priorities, and the legal aspects and stance of our business may be lower down the priority list. This is where we can help.

Filling out our easy to understand online form will help you to gain a better understanding of your knowledge and also be able to highlight exactly where you stand in terms of a legal point of view with your business. All small business owners have a responsibility to be more aware of where their business fits from a legal perspective, and this is where our free legal health check for your business can prove useful.

The form simply asks you questions based on your knowledge and understanding of legal requirements for small fitness and health businesses in New Zealand. We want to understand what you understand to be legal and perhaps even highlight to you where things may need to change for your business. It is a free legal health check for your business that could help you to gain a better understanding of what you can or can’t do and ultimately allow you to make some necessary changes based on the results. If you are interested to see where your small business stands on a legal point of view then fill out the free legal health check from today.

Davenports Harbour Lawyers’ commercial team specialise in all facets of commercial law within New Zealand, whether your business is large or small, Davenports can help steer you in the right direction.

For more information about Davenports Harbour Lawyers visit https://www.davenportsharbour.nz/

Media Release 31 March 2020.

Reviewboost NZ Waiving Fees During Coronavirus Lockdown

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March 30, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – New Zealand

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The coronavirus pandemic has affected families and businesses across the whole of New Zealand, and even more so now that the country is in a level 4 lockdown.

The lockdown means that all non-essential businesses must be closed and people are encouraged to stay inside their homes unless they are visiting an essential business such as the supermarket or hospital or going to do some exercise.

Some of the hardest-hit businesses have been those in the hospitality, retail and other customer service industries who rely on people walking through their doors for a meal, haircut or some new clothes.

To help businesses ease the burden at this unsettling time in mandatory lockdown, Reviewboost NZ will not be charging its clients any fees for as long as the lockdown continues.

Our most popular option is the ‘kiosk’ service, which invites customers to give a review while they are on the premises. This particularly suits businesses whose customer base are largely walk ins.

“Walk in businesses such as restaurants, bars and hair salons have been some of the worst affected and we want to help relieve the pressure on them while they have to stay closed. This is why we are waiving all fees during the coronavirus lockdown period,” says Reviewboost NZ managing director David McEwen.

Reviewboost is an automated system designed to help businesses encourage client reviews on up to 100 major sites including TradeMe, Facebook and Google. The Reviewboost system gathers comments from all the platforms into one place for business owners and managers to find out what customers like and dislike about their service. This will help them to retain customers, increase profit and improve their online profile.

Media Release 30 March 2020.

Free Remote Working Help for NZ Businesses

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March 30, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – New Zealand

(PR.co.nz) Transformative is a Kiwi-owned digital transformation and technology leader, delivering “Business Changing Ideas + Technology” for organisations large and small throughout New Zealand and overseas. For the past nine years, the company’s business practice has been for all of its 20 employees working from home on Wednesdays and Thursdays each week.

“Nine years ago, we originally initiated Wednesday/Thursday work-from-home as a way for the company’s then three member staff to balance the demands of growing a start-up. Over the years, it has become a hallmark of our culture, a way to ‘live our values’ of sustainability, and a significant contribution to our ability to recruit and retain talented staff,” says Tim Clark, a Transformative co-founder.

With a desire to give back to the New Zealand business community, the company is now offering lessons from its own experience, free of charge, in the form of a one-hour videochat with some of our leadership team.

Katie Te Nahu Owen, co-founder of Transformative says, “As a long-time employer of many talented work-from-home team members, we’ve learned a few things along the way – we’ve crystallised our experience into a one-hour workshop, designed to enable business leaders with specific actions to facilitate the low-proximity and work-from-home work models which have become increasingly necessary.”

Business leaders are encouraged to sign up for the no-cost workshop at https://transformative.nz/remote-working

Media Release 30 March 2020.

5 Tips When Hiring a Rural Fence Contractor

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March 30, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – New Zealand

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Here are five factors you should consider when hiring a rural fencing contractor:

1. References/Word of Mouth

An excellent way to narrow down your list of potential fencing contractors is to seek out references or even better—word of mouth recommendations from neighbours or your local timber yard. Social media sites like Facebook can also be a good source of customer feedback.

2. Availability

A good fencing contractor is never short of work, so be a little wary of anyone who says they’re available immediately. Often smaller jobs can be carried out within short time frames, but larger projects generally require some forward planning. For this reason, it pays to start talking to potential contractors a month or two in advance.

3. Materials/Equipment/Workmanship

A quote that comes in much lower than the others can often indicate the contractor is using inferior materials. This is a false economy when it comes to fencing as the labour costs to rectify a failed fence will outweigh any initial savings on materials. Look for contractors who provide quality materials, the right machinery and a high level of craftsmanship.

4. Past work

References are handy, but nothing beats a close-up inspection of the contractor’s past work. If possible, see if you can inspect a recently completed fencing job that is similar in style and construction to your project.

5. Price
Gathering several quotes is always a good idea to get a gauge on costs for labour and materials. While the price is important, it shouldn’t be the only deciding factor. Local experience is essential, as terrain can vary significantly across different regions. A well-established contractor may charge a bit more, but you’ll get more peace of mind, knowing the business will be around for years to come.

About Steve Brown Rural Contracting
Steve Brown Rural Contracting is a well-respected member of the fencing community in North Canterbury and has many years of successful fencing projects to his name. Steve offers a range of rural fencing services, including farm and lifestyle fencing, post and rail, Taege post driving and irrigation.
SBRC are happy to provide references and can put you in touch with previous customers for unbiased feedback. SBRC also has a Facebook page where you can see examples of prior work and videos of our fencing techniques. Contact Steve for a no-obligation quote.
Contact Steve Brown Rural Contracting:
Phone: 027 441 4010
Website: https://www.sbrc.co.nz/

Media Release 30 March 2020.

ServiceFinder.co.nz Response to COVID-19

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March 30, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – New Zealand

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ServiceFinder.co.nz decided to take immediate action as the New Zealand Government announced COVID-19 Alert Level to reduce risk of contact with the virus and “Workplaces to implement plans to reduce person-to-person contact, including work from home where possible.”

With immediate effect from today, ServiceFinder.co.nz makes its business products available for only NZ$1 for 1 year (originally $240/year). This includes all work from home benefits that come with the business listings such as the live chat and unlimited advertising posts to promote services and products safely from home.

“As the severity of the Coronavirus COVID-19 in the world and its fatal impact on people and local economies is taking effect, we decided to take action and help especially small businesses in New Zealand,” says founder Dr Schulz.

Media Release 30 March 2020

No Shortage of Wood Pellet Fuel

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March 30, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – New Zealand

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Azwood Energy, the manufacturers of wood pellet fuel brands Firetime, Onfire Premium & Eco Pellets are advising customers there is no shortage of supply. Homes that have installed pellet fires are often the only source of heating within the home.

Pellet fires must run on a pellet made from 100% condensed wood, and there are no alternatives in terms of energy sources such as burning wood.

Azwood Energy Sales Manager Caleb Hughes said “This is not a case of short supply, but a case of the stores keeping up…Big box retailers in Dunedin, Christchurch and throughout the North Island had run out of floor stock for small time periods. Consumers should purchase how they normally would, including large start-of season orders to reduce store visits and contact.”

Azwood Energy is actively working with stores to ensure they are understanding the consumer purchasing patterns in uncertain times like these. “We’re seeing a delayed reaction similar to the nationwide toilet paper issue. As the colder temperatures hit, we as a company have a social responsibility to ensure New Zealand stays warm this winter. It’s paramount we ensure customers have access to wood pellets, especially with colder weather forecasted.” Hughes said.

Azwood Energy suggests if you’re having issues with supply, please contact your nearest retailer.

Need to know:
• Purchase what you need for up to two weeks.
• Stores may have stock located elsewhere onsite – please ask the stores customerservice representative.
• If you’re in self-isolation, consider delivery methods offered by supermarkets, or a bulkorder through your nearest retailer.
• If you would like a large amount, please order through your preferred retailer, ratherthan take all the stock on the floor.

Media Release 30 March 2020.

NZ Company Finalist in Prestigious Australasian Packaging Awards

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March 27, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – Auckland

Finalists were announced this week for the PIDA Australasian Packaging Awards and Kahuku Natural producing plant based natural soaps and cleaners in a world first stainless steel packaging with Swap a Bottle system for refills was one of two finalists in the Health, Beauty & Wellbeing Section.

A small family owned company manufacturing it’s product in Auckland has created unique industry first packaging in stainless steel point of use bottles, and refill from home bottles. The company operates a Swap a Bottle system whereby all bottles return to Kahuku Natural for sterilising and reuse. They aim to divert more than 20,000 point of use bottles from landfill in the first year of operating this system.

In addition Kahuku Natural stocks refilleries around the country with bulk refill stations also using stainless steel kegs which are then returned by the stockist for sterilising and reuse.

Kahuku Natural has been operating this bulk system for just over one year now and the consumer based system since October last year.

The awards are judged on sustainable packaging design considerations and how they meet 2025 National Packaging Targets. A win would see Kahuku Natural automatically entered in the WorldStar Packaging Awards.

Media Release on 27 March 2020

Media Contact
Vicki Bailey, Kahuku Natural
Email: vicki@kahuku.co.nz
Phone: 021963960
Website: www.kahuku.co.nz

Marlborough Business adapts: hypnotherapy on line

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March 26, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – New Zealand

Marlborough Business adapts to Covid-19: hypnotherapy on line.

As New Zealand goes into lock-down and people’s daily stress levels rise to new heights, a Marlborough hypnotherapist is doing her bit to help them cope.

For several years Chris Steadman has been operating a successful hypnotherapy business, Ntrance, from her home clinic in the Omaka Valley.
“For many of us, who have never experienced life-changing events that have an enormous impact on everyday lives, these are unprecedented times,” Chris said. “Some people may already suffer with low-level anxiety and find their symptoms have ramped up recently; others might be feeling new physical and psychological strains for the first time.”

Until now, almost all Chris’s therapy has been with Marlborough residents having a 60-80 minute session face-to-face. Given the current Covid-19 lock-down, this is no longer practicable.

With a few hardware adjustments, Chris is now conducting her hypnotherapy sessions on-line using Zoom. This is not an original technological breakthrough. Ever since the advent of Skype, a group of experienced professional hypnotherapists in the UK have been successfully treating their clients on-line.

So far, using Zoom, Chris has been delighted with the results and the ease with which her clients have been able to adjust to staying at home for their treatment sessions. Whereas most of Ntrance’s business came from Nelson/ Marlborough, she is now able to extend her service nationwide.

“This pandemic has many repercussions beyond the actual virus. One is the potential impact on mental health and wellbeing as people try to manage an increasingly stressful situation, and if I can help ease that stress in just a small way, I believe it’s worthwhile trying.”

Though much of her business to date has been for weight loss and quitting smoking, Chris is expecting a surge in clients suffering from stress and anxiety. Happily, anxiety is very amenable to treatment through hypnotherapy, which, by its nature is a deeply relaxing experience.

“To some degree it’s natural to worry, and we all do it – it’s how our brain handles problems or potential problems,” Chris explained. “But it stops being useful if we become stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts about things that are out of our control. We should instead focus on those things within our control, and how we choose to respond to them.”

One such way people have been trying to exercise control and diminish their worries is by the unhelpful practice of ‘panic-buying’ goods such as hand sanitiser and toilet roll. Chris puts this down to an overload of the ‘fight or flight’ response that’s hardwired into our DNA and is being further fuelled by images of empty shelves in the media, and on social media.

Media Release on 26 March 2020

Media Contact
Chris Steadman, Ntrance
Email: chris@ntrance.co.nz
Phone: 021 671195
Website: www.ntrance.co.nz

Access One Scaffolding New Website

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March 20, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – Auckland

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Access One has launched its brand new website, providing a fresh, accessible place for people to book scaffolding services. The website provides visitors with all of the information needed to be able to select the right scaffolding for their business or residential needs. The website features key information on the types of scaffolding and machinery available to help customers make the best selection for their requirements.

The new website marks an exciting new chapter for the New Zealand building company, which goes back over 30 years. The company started out as ‘All Alloy’, supplying Aluminium Mobile towers to the construction industry in Auckland. Over the years, the company has seen a number of changes, eventually becoming Access One (or ‘A1’ as it’s known by customers), and providing a range of scaffolding services.

Access One Scaffolding is a family-owned business, employing around 40 permanent staff between its Auckland and Hamilton branches. All employees are directly employed by A1, helping the company provide fast and effective service to its customers. Employees are at the heart of Access One’s work, and there is a huge drive to provide regular training to employees to ensure skills stay strong, with health and safety being a top priority for the business.

The aluminium system used by Access One is manufactured by the company itself and is regularly tested to ensure quality and durability. This provides assurance to customers and is a mark of the business’ commitment to providing exceptional services.

In addition to the launch of its new website, Access One has also launched a new Handy Scaff hire service. Handy Scaff is a mobile aluminium tower that can be modified for use for all kinds of maintenance, construction and DIY jobs. It’s a lightweight, easy to use system that enables users to carry out jobs easily, and is available in a range of sizes. The Handy Scaff can be collected or delivered and erected by one of Access One’s skilled and capable team. As a solution to help make scaffolding jobs simpler, Handy Scaff is already generating a lot of interest from both commercial and residential customers.

Access One is a recognised and trusted business in New Zealand. With years of experience offering professional scaffolding services, you can rest assured that Access One can satisfy all scaffolding needs. The new website aims to provide customers with more insight into the business, as well provide a clearer overview of its services. Customers can obtain a hassle-free quote via the website, or get in touch with Access One by phone to get further details on hire costs and delivery.

For more information, visit the Access One website https://accessone.co.nz/ or get in touch by phone on 0800 2547 2233.

Media Release 20 March 2020.