Currently working on looking for funding or grants for start up costs of my Silviculture business.

The following have been completed:

Name: Mailemani Viti

Incorporated: 17/03/25

NZBN:9429052701283

IRD & GST #:145380758

Business bank account: BNZ

E-mail: Customerservice@mailemaniviti.co.nz

Insta & FB pages set up

Comapny Mission: He Manaaki te tangata kia manaaki te whenua “He Manaaki te tangata kia manaaki te whenua” translates to “Care for the people so that the land may be cared for.” This saying emphasizes the interconnectedness between people and the land, highlighting that the well-being of both is intertwined. It suggests that by nurturing and respecting people, we create a foundation for responsible stewardship of the environment.

Logo: Palm tree & a Fern to symbolise Fiji & Aotearoa, Green to symbolise the Forest.

Business structure: Roles have been confirmed and a staff directory has been set up on Employment Hero.

HR & Payroll set up thru Employment Hero app. All prospective kaimahi have been loaded onto Employment Hero with all relevant information provided.

Training: Been doing free online courses anything business related since March 2025.

I want to learn how to do funding applications correctly and grant writing and how to utilise start up oppourtunities.

Currently designing an orientation training for all Kaimahi consisting of Te Ao Māori, First Aid, Drivers license, Health & Safety & Forestry courses.

Uniforms in drafting stage and will look into building a website to.

Need to purchase a phone for business.