Investing Your Way to Residence: Inside New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus Visa
New Zealand is once again competing for global investment capital – and the revamped Active Investor Plus Visa is already delivering results. With nearly $4 billion invested or committed in its first year, the new regime is attracting significant attention from high net worth migrants looking for a pathway to residence while investing in New […]
Employment Relations Amendment Act 2026: What Employers Need to Know
The Employment Relations Amendment Act 2026 brings major changes for employers, from a new independent contractor test to limits on personal grievance claims and the repeal of the 30-day rule. Here’s what you need to know to stay compliant and manage risk.
Understanding Common Property Interests on a Title
Not everything about a property is visible. What’s registered on the title – from easements to caveats and consent notices – can impact how you use it and what it’s worth.
Our property team explains common title interests and what they mean for you, in clear, practical terms.
Common Conditions when Purchasing a Home
Buying a home is a big step. Understanding key Sale & Purchase Agreement conditions – from finance to LIM and building reports – can make all the difference. Get clear, practical legal advice early, and protect your interests with confidence.
From Farm to Farewell: Fonterra’s Consumer Brands Sale
The Fonterra–Lactalis deal could see billions flow back to New Zealand’s dairy farmers. But what does it mean for farmers, shareholders, and the Taranaki economy?
Wills Month: What is Probate? What’s Changing?
From 24 September 2025, the threshold for requiring High Court involvement in administering Estates increases. That means fewer families will face costly, time-consuming processes during an already difficult time.
Purchaser Cancellation Rights: Extreme Weather Event
Extreme weather events are becoming an increasingly important consideration in property transactions. Read our summary of the recent High Court decision in Du v Young [2025. NZHC 62] which provides clarity around the ADLS Sale and Purchase Agreement and the cancellation rights of purchasers where a property is rendered untenantable before settlement.
Are You Minimum Wage Compliant?
From 1 April 2025, New Zealand’s adult minimum wage increased to $23.50 per hour. Employers must ensure every employee, including part-time, casual, and seasonal worker, are paid at or above this rate for every hour worked. Are you compliant?
Pre-settlement inspections: What you should know
We regularly advise people who are purchasing residential and commercial properties. One very important check we recommend prior to settlement is a pre-settlement inspection.
Has the Family Trust Run it’s Course?
New Zealand has long had a strong culture of Family Trusts, but in 2025 the landscape is changing. With the impact of the Trusts Act 2019, shifting tax laws, increasing compliance burdens and growing political attention, many are reassessing whether their Trust still meets their needs.