December 1, 2023
IN THIS ISSUE:
The Employer’s Christmas Box
Highlighting employer's responsibilities during the holiday season.
Build to Rent: Good for tenants and landlords
An attractive proposition for all parties involved.
Have you been heard? Make your intention and wishes for your trust known
Ensure that your assets are managed, used, or sold in a way consistent with your intentions.
But we’re friends, we don’t need a Shareholder Agreement
Oh, yes you do.
What is a private plan change?
Explaining what a private plan change is, and what the process involves.
October 2, 2023
IN THIS ISSUE:
Commercial leases – key tenant considerations
Outlining a number of essential factors a prospective tenant should consider when evaluating and negotiating a commercial lease in New Zealand.
Understanding the New Rules on Personal Grievance and Sexual Harassment
Extending the time for personal grievance claims.
Rural Domestic Water Suppliers Update
Ensuring drinking water supplies are safe and fit for purpose.
The road to reform: Natural and Built Environment Act and Spatial Planning Act given Royal Assent
What does this mean now?
Will certainty of stay and longer visas appeal to more skilled migrants?
Summarising the changes to the AEWV that take effect from 27 November 2023.
July 1, 2023
IN THIS ISSUE:
Are your assets secured against liquidation?
Know when a liquidator of a company can lay claim to assets held by other companies in your group.
Building ESG compliance in the construction industry
Navigating change for industry and authorities.
Businesses need to consider if a land covenant is at risk of breaching of the Commerce Act
Restrictive land covenants and exclusivity clauses in leases.
Can employees be stopped from taking on a second job?
Secondary employment clauses in employment agreements.
Lifting the curtain on online reviews
Respecting a fair playing field.
May 1, 2023
IN THIS ISSUE:
New employment legislation on the horizon
What employers need to know.
Informed investor – all the wrong assumptions
Don’t underestimate the consequences of not fully understanding the lie of the land.
Walking the talk on disability-based discrimination
The reality of discrimination for people with disabilities in the workplace.
A guide to selling your business in 2023
Preparing for a smoother and more economical sale process.
An introduction to Resource Management reform
A breakdown of the Spatial Planning Bill and the Natural and Built Environment Bill.
December 6, 2022
IN THIS ISSUE:
New bans on unfair contract terms
Recent changes to the Fair Trading Act 1986 that affect most New Zealand businesses.
A proposed public ‘Income Insurance Scheme’ for no-fault termination
A change that will impact New Zealand businesses and employees
Retirement village framework policy review proposed
Specific recommendations have been made with regard to three important areas.
Good news in the pipeline for winery cellar doors
After a few years of limited visitors and staffing shortages we are pleased to report on some good news for the industry.
June 8, 2022
IN THIS ISSUE:
Retentions under the Construction Contracts Act 2002 – Changes are Coming
The loopholes are about to tighten.
Trustees: New Disclosures and Mandatory Financial Statements for Trusts this Year
Trustees will need to make disclosures to the IRD and prepare formal financial statements.
Buying ‘off the plans’ – Part 2
An ‘off the plans’ agreement will be for a specific house or apartment in a development.
Removal and Appointment of Trustees who have Lost Capacity
The Act sets out a streamlined process to follow when a trustee loses capacity and needs to be removed and/or replaced.
Employer Accreditation Criteria for Work Visas
The recently released criteria for work visas will rule out a number of businesses for accreditation.
March 16, 2022
IN THIS ISSUE:
Incorporated Societies Bill Update following select committee stage
The progress of the Incorporated Societies Bill so far
Restraints of Trade
There are a number of factors to consider regarding restraints of trade
Buying ‘off the plans’ – Part 1
What are the differences compared to buying a property that already exists
Getting ready for the three-step Accredited Employer Work Visa process
A change that will impact many employers which rely on migrant labour to fill shortages.
New war on NIMBYs
New legislation will accelerate the supply of housing in urban areas
June 1, 2021
IN THIS ISSUE:
The Times They are a-Changin’.
the proposed Climate Change Adaptation Act.
Later life relationships.
Protecting your assets in a later life relationship.
The Incorporated Societies Bill.
What you need to know.
The Bright-Line Changes.
It is no secret that New Zealand is in the midst of a housing crisis.
Alert for Employers and Employees.
Employment reforms in 2021.
March 1, 2021
IN THIS ISSUE:
Can employers require employees to get the jab?
The door isn’t shut to an employer wanting to make the COVID-19 vaccine mandatory for their workplace.
The new Privacy Act is in force
Are you compliant?
Can my employees vape at work?
The days of smoking inside a crowded bar, in airplanes or in the work lunchroom are long gone.
Key steps for a unit title subdivision
Having your lawyer involved early can assist in a smooth and speedy process.
Employment Law activity in 2021
How to stop a road
Dealing with surplus paper roads & road encroachments
