System map

Everyone tells you it's complicated. We drew the map.

See what you are connected to — government agencies, people who can help, and who you deal with — and which events cross those connections at your stage.

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The map shows what an NZ SMB operator is connected to — agencies, advisers, and counterparties — and the compliance events that flow on each connection. Click any node to see what's involved.

Who sets the rules

Who you deal with

Who can help

Based on published guidance from Inland Revenue, MBIE/Employment New Zealand, Companies Office, Employment Relations Authority, ACC, WorkSafe, Privacy Commissioner, Commerce Commission, and the Ministry of Justice (Disputes Tribunal). Last verified 2026-05-19. Read the why — how compliance really works · See all editorial entries.

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