Headlines announcing job losses and business closures are a constant reminder of how tough the economic situation is for businesses - but help is at hand.
Enter the Dunedin City Council's Economic Development Unit.
It has decided, with the help of the Otago Daily Times, to launch a campaign to help city businesses cope with the current challenging economic circumstances.
During the next few weeks, we will introduce programmes run by the unit that can help businesses make more sales, collect money owing and collaborate with others.
We will also explain how a mentoring scheme could make a difference in your firm.
ODT business editor Dene Mackenzie will profile some Dunedin businesses bucking the trends and benefiting from the unit's expertise and support.
Times are tough, but the development unit is throwing out a lifeline.
For example, did you know the unit's marketing support programme could pay up to 50% of the costs of things such as market visits or trade shows?
