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23 Mar 2021
As the nationwide median property value soared to a record $750,000 in January, the Labour Government have today announced big changes that will imminently affect both property investors and first home buyers. Below is a summary of some of the key changes:
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Employers should review their drug and alcohol policies following a determination of the Employment Relations Authority (Authority). Ambiguous drug and alcohol policies may not give employers the level of control needed for the safe running of their business.
Full Article26 Jan 2021
Phase two of the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2020 (Act) will take effect on 11 February 2020. The Act has introduced new laws that affect both tenants and landlords.
Full Article21 Dec 2020
In recent a decision, Madsen-Ries v Cooper, the Supreme Court re-visited the duties owed by a director of a company under the Companies Act 1993 (“Act”). The Court overruled the decision of the Court of Appeal and took a literal interpretation of directors’ duties under the Act.
Full Article18 Dec 2020
The new Taxation (Income Tax Rate and Other Amendments) Bill introduced into Parliament on 2 December 2020 introduces significant new disclosure obligations for Trustees.
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12 Nov 2020
In an important test case, IAG and Hawkins (QBE) have been found liable for the cost of remedying defective repairs to an earthquake damaged house.
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