Last week, the Government has announced that two new laws are to be developed to replace the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA), with the enjoyment of property rights as their guiding principle. Replacement of the RMA is part of the final phase (phase three) of the Government’s reform of our resource management system. The Government’s …
This week we are celebrating Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori – Māori Language Week. The learning and use of Te Reo is something that Holland Beckett supports and encourages, recognising the importance of diversity, inclusion and Māori customs to our firm, the business and legal space, and the wider community. Over the last few …
Everyone knows about the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (CGA), which provides a “consumer” with remedies if a business has failed to provide goods or services to a reasonable standard. But what happens if you are a business purchasing goods? The answer is not found in the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993; it is found in the …
Land covenants are very commonplace in modern subdivisions and often impose significant restrictions on the way a property can be developed and used, now and into the future (sometimes indefinitely). While usually intended to promote and protect the amenity of subdivisions and preserve property values in the years to come, covenants can stymie development, prevent …
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Recent high profile prosecutions under the Health & Safety at Work Act (HSWA) have highlighted limitations of standard insurance cover for corporate directors and officers. Specifically, where criminal prosecutions may result in extensive defence costs for targeted directors or officers. Typical directors and officers (D&O) insurance will not cover defence costs where the prosecution is …
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We were recently asked by PMG Funds (PMG) to share our expertise on limited partnerships (LPs) for commercial property investments. As a fund manager, PMG aim to structure each of their funds to maximise benefits for investors. Some of PMG’s wholesale funds are structured as LPs. The LP structure enables them to simplify how they …
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For many people, part of the attraction of living and working in the Bay of Plenty is that it is a great place to start and raise a family. Our people love the lifestyle here – and it doesn’t require them to sacrifice great career opportunities. Holland Beckett’s lawyers enjoy challenging, interesting legal work, …
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The Government intends to introduce its second RMA amendment bill and a suite of changes to national direction to “drive economic growth and productivity”, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says. Following the first RMA amendment Bill introduced to Parliament earlier this year, the next stage of the Government’s RMA reform, prior to full replacement, is …
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The Government has announced its intention to make several changes to the Fast-track Approvals Bill, which is currently with the Environment Select Committee for consideration. Cabinet has recommended the following five changes are made, and the Committee will decide whether or not to accept them: The final decision on the granting of fast-track projects now …
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Holland Beckett is pleased to have assisted Lightsource BP and Contact Energy on the development of the Kōwhai Park solar project and reaching financial close, including property, connection agreement and construction matters. Kōwhai Park Solar Farm is located on the Christchurch International Airport Limited campus and is the first phase of the airport’s renewable energy …
