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What are the primary legal documents and requirements for starting a hospitality or tourism business in New Zealand?
Answer
To start a hospitality or tourism business in New Zealand, you will need to prepare and register a variety of legal documents. Key requirements include:
- Registering your business name with the New Zealand Companies Office (https://www.companiesoffice.govt.nz/).
- Obtaining Workers' compensation insurance and business insurance (e.g. public liability, property damage).
- Securing Council approval (e.g. building, planning, environmental health) and a lease agreement (if renting premises).
- Having Health and safety policies and procedures in place, in accordance with WorkSafe New Zealand (https://www.worksafe.govt.nz/).
- Obtaining any tourism industry specific licenses and permits (e.g. accommodation, tour operator, travel agent) from the relevant local or national authorities.
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