More free stuff!
Last week we shared some free training and guides for you to use in your business. This week we thought we'd share some free tools to help you with some of the diverse range of tasks a business or organisation now needs to master -
~Design for non-designers
Canva is a useful tool for managing social media images, design of posters, leaflets and many other design tasks. Easy to use, it allows you to design from scratch (heaps of templates on the site) or modify an existing photo or design. That's how we quickly turned a generic photo into the bookkeeping image on this post. Check it out at www.canva.com...
~Track and organise your expenses
From receipt scanning to reimbursement, Expensify automates every step of the expense management process, and is free for individuals. It integrates with Xero and Quickbooks. Find out more at use.expensify.com...
~Surveys for employees and/or customers
SurveyMonkey allows free use of their tools that is sufficient for many uses for small to medium enterprises. Get up-to-date with how your staff and customers are thinking through quick on-line surveys. Check it out at www.surveymonkey.com...
~Email software
Carrying on the primate theme, MailChimp offers a generous free plan that could suit many small to medium enterprises. The software helps you comply with international laws and gets more of your emails through to your database. Find out more at www.mailchimp.com...
Happy working! (And if you're out of time or energy for any of this, get in touch. We'd love to help.)
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Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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58.9% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26.1% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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