Lately, Sally had noticed that Emilio seemed a little distant and distracted. She asked him what was troubling him. “Mi...
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Property briefs
There are a plethora of court cases involving property disputes. We highlight two cases – an easement issue and a...
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Revised Law Association Agreement for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate
Signatories should become familiar with changes The majority of property sale and purchase agreements are recorded on The Law Association...
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Structuring your development and considerations for buyers in new subdivisions
The relationships between neighbours in a subdivision and the rules, regulations and the way these are enforced have evolved significantly...
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Purchasing a house
Lukes friend Tom was excited to have found a property he wanted to buy and was preparing to make an...
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Business briefs
Commerce Commission – unconscionable conduct For the first time, the Commerce Commission has filed proceedings under the prohibition on unconscionable...
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Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill
Expected to be enacted in the spring The Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill was introduced into Parliament on...
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Budget 2026
Securing New Zealand’s future says the Minister of Finance Despite pre-Budget announcements for the health, education and defence sectors, this...
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Planning the Next Chapter: Navigating Retirement with Confidence
Waipa is becoming one of New Zealand’s most attractive retirement destinations, with new retirement villages reflecting a growing community preparing...
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Over the fence
Biosecurity overhaul In July 2025, the Ministry of Primary Industries released its proposed ‘Biosecurity System Action Plan.’ It is intended...
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WorkSafe’s heightened focus on farm safety
Development of Approved Codes of Practice WorkSafe New Zealand has promised greater attention to safety in the agricultural sector when...
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KiwiSaver changes open the door to first farm ownership
Good news for rural workers The government has announced important changes to KiwiSaver that will make it easier for farmers...
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Postscript
As many of you will know, the government has proposed changes to the 35-year-old Resource Management Act. Rather than tweaking...
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New Zealand Superannuation beneficiaries
New Zealand Superannuation beneficiaries Overseas travel Getting ready for a trip overseas, and suddenly the burden of your NZ...
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Navigating redundancy
Understanding the legal process for employers Redundancy refers to a situation where an employee’s position is deemed superfluous to an...
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