Sidekick Timaru

29/05/2026

Budget 2026 was announced yesterday, so naturally… we asked our wider team what they thought.

The overall feeling?

The Government is tightening, modernising, and enforcing with a goal to get into surplus faster.

That means there’s more pressure on businesses to define their numbers and stay ahead.

The businesses that review their position now will be in a far better spot than the ones waiting for Inland Revenue to tap them on the shoulder.

Now’s a good time to:
• Review your structure
• Understand your tax position
• Tighten up cashflow forecasting
• Make sure your budget actually reflects reality

If you haven’t looked closely at your numbers lately, this is your sign to book a planning session with your Sidekick advisor.

Let’s make sure your business is set up properly for the year ahead, and the two ticks are for you!

29/05/2026

Keen to nail your use of Figured? Sign up to one of our free workshops that kick off next week ⬇️

Most farmers are only scratching the surface of what Figured can actually do.

Starting next week, we’re running practical Figured training sessions designed to help you:
✅ Build a workable 2027 budget
✅ Track production and valuation movements
✅ Understand cashflow, P&L and balance sheets
✅ Forecast tax before it becomes a surprise
✅ Use tools like Cropping Tracker properly

If you’re located near Timaru or Masterton and want to use Figured to its full potential, this free training is worth your time.

View our upcoming training dates and secure your spot 👇
https://www.facebook.com/sidekickrural/events

27/05/2026

Get ahead of the curve by leveraging your Xero + Figured data.

With Figured’s Insights platform we have instant visibility over your entire farming operation, and access to predictive modelling that helps define the numbers that matter.

It’s an incredible tool that enables our farming clients to make more informed decisions.

Ready to run some ‘what-if scenarios’ for your farm? Send us a message to get started.

25/05/2026

Tax due dates can have a habit of sneaking up on us when we’re busy running a business.

We’ve put together a free 2026/2027 Tax Calendar so you know what payments are due, and when.

It’s a simple way to stay organised, plan cashflow better, and define what’s coming up so you’re not reacting at the last minute.

Download, print (we designed it for A2, but A3 will work too!), stick it on the wall, and lock in.

Grab your free tax calendar (Balance Date 31 March) ⬇️

Download our free 26/27 Tax due date calendar. All the key IRD dates you need in one place. Because when you clearly define what’s coming up in your business, it’s much easier to stay organised, plan ahead and avoid last-minute surprises.

21/05/2026

Have you got your tickets to ‘Jandal-nomics’, an evening with NZ Economist Cameron Bagrie yet?

Proceeds from our ticket sales will be donated to the local legends Hospice South Canterbury who put in the hard yards for our community when we need them most.

You can learn more about their services and donate directly here: https://hospicesc.org.nz

Tickets to Jandal-nomics with Cameron Bagrie are just $20 and spaces are limited. Secure yours now 👇

https://events.humanitix.com/jandalnomics-with-cam-bagrie-2jjk8cmw?

19/05/2026

Most business owners don’t spend much time thinking about their business structure… until something changes and suddenly the structure might not fit anymore.

Choosing the right structure can make a big difference to:
• How you’re taxed
• How profits are shared
• Your level of personal risk
• How easy it is to grow or sell later on

We’ve put together a free Tax Cheat Sheet and blog that explains the common business structures in NZ in plain English.

Read the blog and download the cheat sheet on our website:
https://www.sidekickca.co.nz/tax-cheat-sheet/

And if you’re wondering whether your current setup is still the right fit, have a chat with your Sidekick advisor.

Choosing the right business structure in New Zealand can impact your tax, cashflow, liability and future growth. Download our Tax Cheat Sheet to understand your options in plain English.

19/05/2026

Hey farmers! Grab your free end-of-year resources by following our latest Sidekick Rural post ⬇️

We have:
• EOFY checklist
• Rental property checklists
• Xero Year-End Guide

End the season knowing you have all your paperwork sorted

Got more going on than just the farm?

If you’ve got a rental property, farm-stay, Airbnb or even a beach house that earns income, we need to know about it.

It changes what needs to be reported at year-end, and missing information can cause delays or issues later on.

We’ve created free EOFY resources that include checklists for both long and short-term rental property owners.

Download the checklist that applies to your situation to get a clear understanding of what information and paperwork you need to have ready.

Better to have it sorted now than chase it later.
https://www.sidekickca.co.nz/eofy-sorted-for-farmers/

12/05/2026

“The single best thing I’ve done for my business.”

That’s how Brett Wooffindin, co-director of Sidekick Lawson Avery describes joining the Sidekick group.

When Lawson Avery joined Sidekick in 2025, it changed what was possible for their business. They gained access to a wider network, deeper expertise, and the systems to support future growth.

When firms join Sidekick, they don’t lose their identity… they gain capability.

They get more support, more opportunities for their team, and more ways to deliver value to clients.

If you know someone thinking about starting their own firm, planning succession, or simply want to grow with the backing of a like-minded group, share this post with them.

We’re on the hunt to add more like-minded people to the Sidekick team.

Find your people, grow your firm with Sidekick
www.skca.co.nz/jointhegroup

10/05/2026

At the start of a new financial year it’s always helpful to set aside an hour or two to give your business a quick ‘audit’.

Not the kind of audit your accountant does, but a health check to lay the groundwork for a successful year ahead.

1. Define your PURPOSE | Why does your business exist?
If you’re struggling to answer, revisit your ‘why’ and long-term goals. A strong sense of purpose will motivate your team, deepen client connections, and guide financial decisions.

💡 Pro tip: Before approving expenses, ask: Does this drive us closer to our goals?

2. Look after your PEOPLE | Your team is your greatest asset!
Are the right people in the right roles?
Are workloads manageable?
Is there a way to further unlock staff potential?

💡 Pro tip: Invest in tax-deductible training programmes that upskill your staff and strengthen your business.

Example - At Sidekick we invest heavily in our people & culture with quarterly challenges, and something we call ‘Sidekick Squads’ where individuals from different locations meet throughout the year to share ideas and manage projects that help drive our business forward

3. Identify key PERFORMANCE DRIVERS | Pinpoint areas that fuel your success.
Sales. Customer Satisfaction. Operational Efficiency.
Centre time and resources around these priorities.

💡 Pro tip: Review last year’s financial reports. What worked? What didn’t?

4. MEASURE what matters | Tracking performance metrics consistently will help you meet your targets and stay on course.
Use tools to help you capture key data and spot issues early.

💡 Pro tip: Not sure where to start? Contact us to build a KPI framework for your business.

5. PLAN for success | Define top priorities for the year.
Break them into actionable steps, and map deadlines to stay on track.

💡 Pro tip: Download our free business planning guide and break your big goals up into achievable actionable 90 day goals.
https://www.sidekickca.co.nz/business-planning-guide/

05/05/2026

Think your crypto is under the radar? It’s not.

IRD now has access to international reporting tools that give them visibility over crypto activity and they’re actively reviewing it.

Crypto-assets are treated as property for tax purposes.
That means selling, trading or exchanging can create taxable income.

A lot of people still assume their investments are invisible on blockchain, but that’s not the case anymore.

If you hold or have traded crypto, it’s important we know about it so we can make sure everything is declared correctly and you stay compliant.

Sound like you? Have a chat with your Sidekick advisor.
No one wants an expensive surprise down the line.