News & Resources
2016
Complying with Immigration & Employment Law
As an employer, you have an obligation under the Immigration Act 2009 to check if a potential employee has the legal right to work for you in New Zealand.
Better Urban Planning?
Historically, New Zealand's urban planning has developed without a great deal of guidance from central government, but this is about to change if the recommendations in the Report (released 19 August 2016) are implemented.
Independent Contractor or Employee?
Deciding whether an individual who carries out a task for money does so as an employee or in some other capacity is fundamental to the application of employment law.
Residential Tenancies Amendment Bill
The Residential Tenancies Amendment Bill comes into force on 1 July 2016 imposing new obligations on residential landlords in relation to insulation.
Minimum Wage and Wage Records
All employees must be paid at least the minimum wage for every hour that they work.
Commercial Leasing - Standard Forms
Leases are important - they are long-term, binding commitments.
Agreements for sale and purchase: Covering your bases when buying and selling
Buying and selling, in principle, is quite a straightforward matter. The standard form Auckland District Law Society agreement which has been evolving over many years (assisted by interpretation in the Courts) provides additional support and certainty on most issues. However, any transaction still requires individual careful thought.