Start-up Support - Employers Workshop - Waitara
Description
Employers Seminar
Are you employing, or thinking about taking on kaimahi?
Join us for a free 2-hour Employers Seminar to learn what’s involved in being registered as an employer and meeting your obligations with confidence.
This practical session will support Māori and whānau‑led businesses to understand the essentials of employing staff and getting things right from the outset.
You’ll learn about:
Who is considered an employer
PAYE, KiwiSaver, deductions and allowances
Record-keeping requirements
Filing employer returns
IRD online services and calculators to support your pakihi
This workshop is ideal for sole traders, companies, and organisations that are already employing or preparing to grow their team.
Nau mai, haere mai – a safe space to ask pātai and build confidence as an employer.
Please note: Kai is not provided for this session, so feel free to eat beforehand.
It’s helpful if you have attended the Introduction to Business seminar before joining this one.
If you have not attended previously but would like the information, this is available on our website: Introduction to Business
FAQs
- I'm not a member of He Toronga Pakihi ki Taranaki, can I still register?
Yes, we welcome all those who want to register.
If you would like to join our membership or want to know more about He Toronga Pakihi ki Taranaki - The Māori Business Network, please email admin@htpkt.maori.nz
- Who should attend?
This free course is ideal for:
Whānau thinking about starting a business and wanting to understand the basics.
Sole traders or side‑hustlers who are just getting set up.
Small business owners who want clarity on their tax responsibilities.
Māori entrepreneurs looking for practical guidance in a supportive, culturally grounded space.
Anyone unsure whether they need an accountant and wanting to make informed decisions.
Those who are brand new to IRD processes and want everything explained simply.
- How much is it to attend?
This course is completely free.
There is no cost to attend this short course with Inland Revenue.
Just register, come along, and everything you need will be provided. - Where do I park?
There is free parking around the back of the Ngāti Rāhiri Office for all event attendees.
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