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
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June 25, 2026
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
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June 4, 2026
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
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June 3, 2026
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
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June 3, 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
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May 22, 2026
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
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May 6, 2026
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
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May 6, 2026
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
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May 6, 2026
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
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May 4, 2026
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
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April 28, 2026
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
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April 28, 2026
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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Cleared for take-off
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April 28, 2026
Using your drone the right way Over the past decade, drones have gone from niche gadgets to everyday tools. Drones...
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Trustee decision-making
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April 28, 2026
How much weight should settlors’ directions carry? It is estimated that there are between 300,000 to 500,000 trusts in New...
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To Share and Share alike
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April 15, 2026
It was just another Monday, as Simon entered his law office, looking forward to slaking his thirst with a comforting...
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