BDO Invercargill

22/10/2026

How are New Zealand businesses navigating uncertainty ahead of the General Election?

Launching today, our biannual BDO Business Performance Index highlights that businesses are not waiting for the election to provide certainty.

The report, based on responses from over 500 business leaders, reveals that their current positivity with overall business performance remains stable, while expected positivity in six months’ time is at a record low – implying they anticipate little upside from the election result outcome, regardless of the shape of the new coalition government.

Despite this, business leaders have an increasingly positive six month outlook regarding factors over which they have more control, including financial performance, cash flow, pipeline and profitability.

Key findings include:
• Current overall business performance is stable, but in the near-term is expected to decline.
• Growing positivity about profitability and factors business leaders can influence.
• Mid-market businesses continue to outperform the wider business community.
• Businesses are preparing to hire despite capacity pressures.
• Fuel prices remain a key impact on profit.
• North Island businesses outside Auckland are most positive about performance.

For more insights and practical tips to move forward, read the full report here: https://www.bdo.nz/en-nz/microsites/bdo-business-performance-index/october-2026-report

19/10/2026

Business owners across New Zealand are considering growth, investment, succession and long-term value — but the conditions influencing those decisions differ considerably by region.

In our latest article, our Deal Advisory specialists share what they are seeing in their local markets:

• Government-linked and values-aligned investment opportunities in Northland
• Greater emphasis on sale readiness and preparation in Auckland
• Succession and investor demand in Christchurch
• Rapid growth and capacity pressures in Southern Lakes and Central Otago
• Emerging infrastructure, energy and aquaculture opportunities in Southland

The common thread is the value of starting early, building reliable financial information and seeking advice informed by both local conditions and national specialist capability.

Explore the regional insights and practical considerations for business owners here: https://www.bdo.nz/en-nz/insights/business-services/deal-advisory/planning-for-growth-investment-or-succession-local-advice-matters

Daniel Martin, Solomon Dalton, Andrew Grace, Ben Keall, Tim Coughlan, Mike Wyeth

11/10/2026

Join us for the November BDO Biz Bites session, Kiwisaver - Are you doing enough?
Presenting will be Sam Corcoran from Corcoran Smith Financial for a practical look at Kiwisaver for sole traders and self-employed people.

📅 Wednesday 4th November
⌚️ 12 pm - 1 pm
📍 25 on Don Southland Business Chamber

Tea and coffee provided, BYO lunch

To register please click the link below:
https://southlandchamber.co.nz/events/136782/

07/10/2026

Two years might sound like a long way off, but for many employers the move to the new Employment Leave Act will involve a lot more than just updating payroll settings.

For many SMEs, this is a good opportunity to step back and review how leave, payroll, employment agreements, working arrangements and payroll data are being managed well before the new rules come into effect in August 2028.

In this article Alex Cochrane, Director and People Advisory Specialist, BDO Gisborne outlines key changes, where the risks are likely to sit, and some sensible steps employers can start taking now rather than leaving everything until the last minute.

For more read the full article here: https://www.bdo.nz/en-nz/insights/business-services/hr-services/employment-leave-act-2026-the-sme-employer-cheat-sheet

24/09/2026

Don't forget to show your support for the Southland Stags next week as they take on Northland in the final home game of the season. We are looking forward to a great game and a spectacular fireworks display to top off the evening.

Get your tickets now for the Battle of the Mainland and the ILT Fireworks Spectacular!

It's the SBS Bank Southland Stags’ final regular season home game against Northland on Friday, October 2, and the ILT Fireworks Spectacular will be an electric way to cap off the night. The Far North taking on the Deep South in the Battle of the Mainland. Kick off 7.10pm.

The fireworks are set to launch at full-time, at no extra cost to your game day ticket.

With a huge clash against Northland, a bumper crowd expected, and the biggest fireworks display Rugby Park has ever seen set to erupt at full-time, Friday October 2 is shaping up as one of the must-attend events of the Southland sporting calendar.

Tickets available through Ticketek and from the Civic Theatre box office.
https://premier.ticketek.co.nz/Shows/Show.aspx?sh=STAGGAM526

20/09/2026

Facing an important business decision?

Southland businesses can now access specialist Deal Advisory and corporate finance advice locally through us at BDO Invercargill.

Mike Wyeth, Partner – Deal Advisory, works with business owners on growth, capital raising, succession, acquisitions, investor readiness, business valuations and other important strategic decisions.

BDO Invercargill is offering a complimentary 30-minute discovery session — a no-obligation opportunity to talk through the decision in front of you, identify the key financial and strategic questions, and consider the next steps.

To book your complimentary discovery session, click the link below. Mike’s happy to help.
https://www.bdo.nz/en-nz/microsites/invercargill-deal-advisory-discovery-session?utm_source=business+chamber+newsletter&utm_medium=ad&utm_id=deal+advisory+discovery+session

14/09/2026

Please join us for the October BDO Biz Bites session on ChatGPT vs Claude vs Copilot. This session will help you cut through the AI hype with a straight and accessible comparison on the three leading AI tools to date.

📅 Wednesday 7th October
⌚️12 pm -1 pm
📍 25 on Don Southland Business Chamber
BYO lunch.
Tea and coffee will be provided.

Don't miss out on this event and register today at: https://southlandchamber.co.nz/events/133125/

See you there!

13/09/2026

Good luck for today’s game Southland Stags, we are looking forward to cheering you on!

Chuck a roast in the slow cooker and join us at Rugby Park for some 5pm footy and help us take down Bay of Plenty! 👊

Kick off 5.05pm 🏉
Gates open 4.20pm 🏟

Stags footy ✅
Dinner ready when you get home ✅

We look forward to hosting the 1970's Southland Rugby Team Reunion, and as always we'll have posters and our next lot of collectors cards thanks to Craigs Design and Print!

Get your tickets now https://premier.ticketek.co.nz/shows/show.aspx?sh=STAGS2026

10/09/2026

Don't miss this great opportunity to attend the Xero Masterclass Advanced Course on offer by BDO Invercargill and Southland Business Chamber.
For further information on how this course could benefit you, please see the attached flyer.

📅 21st September 2026
🕐 9am - 12pm
📍 25 on Don, Invercargill Southland Business Chamber

Register here: https://southlandchamber.co.nz/events/134729/

01/09/2026

Congratulations on reaching your 10 year milestone Safety1st NZ, a decade in business is a huge achievement. It shows your hard work, dedication and great service to your customers. We wish you and your team continued success and growth for the years to come!