Finance

Preparing for the coming payroll changes

Payroll changes from 1 April 2026 will affect wages, KiwiSaver contributions, and ACC levies. Shannon Goodwin and Brendan Clough of Baker Tilly Staples Rodway explain what SME owners need to check now to stay compliant and avoid surprises.

WasteCo NZ finds strength in the cloud

As WasteCo scales nationwide, a rapid NetSuite rollout has revolutionised its finance operations, streamlining consolidation, accelerating acquisitions, and laying the groundwork for an AI-powered future.

Lending by people again

MTF Finance is putting people back at the heart of lending. With a growing national network and a strong focus on SMEs, the New Zealand-owned lender is proving that local knowledge and personal relationships still make all the difference.

Smarter funding options to ease cashflow pressure

With cashflow pressures rising and traditional bank lending tightening, SMEs are turning to flexible funding solutions. ScotPacโ€™s invoice finance and tailored lending options are helping Kiwi businesses unlock working capital and keep growth plans on track.

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