Du Val Property Group Collapse: A Warning for the Property Development Industry
The collapse of the Du Val property group—one of the largest of its kind in recent memory—has sent shockwaves through New Zealand’s property and construction sectors.
New Zealand Tax Law Changes: Budget 2025 Breakdown
New Zealand's 2025 tax law changes aim to boost foreign investment and startup growth. Successful outcomes hinge on careful implementation and consultation.
Eligible investor: questions under the Fair Markets Conduct Act 2013
Exploring FMCA’s eligible investor exception, certification requirements, FMA’s 2022 concerns and its High Court review request.
Health and Safety Law Changes to Reshape Director Roles
Discover how New Zealand's health and safety law changes shift compliance burdens and reshape company directors’ roles.
Joint ownership of shares
Shares are a form of property and so they can be owned jointly, that is more than one person can own the same share or shares.
How should artistic copyright be handled by the Property Act?
What happens to artistic copyright if an author or artist is in a personal relationship with another, and the relationship breaks down?
Directors’ duties in light of the Mainzeal decision
The Supreme Court has released its decision against Mainzeal’s former directors after a decade-long legal battle. What does it mean for directors?
Cyber Ransom: A Growing Threat
Cyber ransom is very common worldwide and increasingly prevalent as a business risk in New Zealand.
Statutory demand: When to use & what to do if served
Business can be highly rewarding. Equally, it can often be challenging. Know when to use a statutory demand to recover debt, and what to do when your company is served with a demand.
Minority Shareholder, Majority Shareholder – Know your Rights
Whether you are a minority shareholder or majority shareholder, it helps to understand what your rights and powers are. But where do find this information?
Company Law Clutter: Amending the Companies Act 1993
A recent amendment to the Companies Act 1993 aimed to take into account matters other than the financial bottom-line. But is it effective?
Commercial Leasing Advice: Essential Tips for Landlords
Seek commercial leasing advice early to minimise issues arising from your transactions. Document well and proactively managing your property.