Relevant Links and Guidance
Please find below some relevant links and guidance regarding our COVID-19 response. We will be updating this page regularly.
Wage Subsidy Scheme
⇥ Self-Employed Applications
Apply here if you are self-employed; 1 person with no other directors or employees
Or copy and paste this link on your browser: https://services.workandincome.govt.nz/ess/trader_applications/new
⇥ Application for Regional Managers
Apply here if you have more than 1 director or employees
Or copy and paste this link on your browser: https://services.workandincome.govt.nz/ess/employer_applications/new
Infection Control and Prevention
⇥ Unite Against COVID-19 | New Zealand Government
Learn the simple steps you can take to unite against the virus and slow its spread. Find out what help is available and get the latest updates in New Zealand.
⇥ New Zealand Ministry of Health Website
The latest information about the COVID-19 coronavirus disease (formerly known as 2019-nCoV). Includes public health advice, signs and symptoms, current cases, advice for travellers and advice for health professionals.
⇥ World Health Organization
In line with standard protocols for any public health event, an incident management system has been activated across the three levels of WHO and the Organization is prepared to mount a broader response, if needed.
⇥ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Detailed information on how CDC is responding to the novel coronavirus disease.
Working from Home
⇥ Changing an Employee's Working Arrangement
Find out about other options to deal with the impacts of COVID-19, including reducing hours of work, financial support options, and dealing with each other in good faith.
⇥ Tips for Working from Home
Are you in the process of adjusting to working remotely? You’re not alone. Adobe has some tips on how to stay balanced and productive.
Health and Wellness
⇥ Staying Physically Active During a Lockdown | WHO
Physical activity and relaxation techniques can be valuable tools to help you remain calm and continue to protect your health during this time. The following are some tips on how to stay active and reduce sedentary behaviour while at home in self-quarantine.
⇥ Mental Health and Psychological Resilience During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic is causing widespread concern, fear and stress. During a press briefing held on 26 March 2020, WHO experts answered questions on mental health issues in the context of COVID-19.
Collaboration Tools and Channels
⇥ Zoom
Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, desktop, and room systems.
⇥ WhatsApp
Simple, secure, reliable messaging. With WhatsApp, you'll get fast, simple, secure messaging and calling for free, available on phones all over the world.
⇥ Crewcut Lawn Franchise Owners Facebook Group
Private Facebook group especially created to help Crewcut franchisees in all aspects of the business including tips, questions, and help. By joining, you accept that all members should work to improve Crewcut NZ as a group.