In this issue

1. Why should I look at my will?
2. Hiring casual employees – Employers have significant legal responsibilities
3. Eligible investor exemption – In light of the Du Val insolvency
4. Modernising the Companies Act
5. Postscript

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Why should I look at my will?

There are many significant milestones in life when you should think about whether your will is still appropriate for your unique circumstances.

In this issue

1. Budget 2024
2. The future of indoor pig farming
3. Over the Fence

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Budget 2024

On 30 May 2024, the Minister of Finance, Nicola Willis, presented her first Budget. What was in it for the rural sector?

In this issue

1. Commercial leases
2. Pre-settlement property inspection
3. Property Briefs

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Commercial leases

There are many rights and obligations thataffect both tenants and landlords at the beginning, during and at the expiry or earlier termination of a commercial property lease.

In this issue

1. Budget 2024
2. Can losses be recovered from a faulty building?
3. Business Briefs

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The Budget 2024

Although it is clear the economic outlook is somewhat gloomy, in delivering the 2024 Budget, the Minister of Finance, Nicola Willis, said savings across government have resulted in responsibly-funded tax relief.

In this issue

1. Significant Natural Areas
2. Live animal exports
3. Over the Fence

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Significant Natural Areas

Associate Minister for the Environment, Andrew Hoggard, announced on 14 March 2024 that the government will suspend the Significant Natural Areas (SNAs) requirements while it overhauls the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA).

In this issue

1. Invoices not being paid on time? A steer for debtors and creditors
2. Personal grievances – Employers must act in good faith
3. Receiving an inheritance during your relationship
4. Do I still need a trust?
5. Postscript

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Invoices not being paid on time?

The continued rise of input costs, finance costs, labour shortages, ongoing material shortages and compliance costs are forcing many businesses to tighten their belts...

In this issue

1. Making a bequest to a charity
2. Estates and guarantees
3. Can your ex-spouse claim your property when you die?

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Making a bequest to a charity

Our article explains a trustee’s obligations, why someone would take on this role and what could be an alternative path for trustees by having an independent trustee.

In this issue

1. Two decades on: Proposed changes to the Retirement Villages Act 2003
2. What happens to your children when you separate?
3. Generative AI and copyright. Are you taking the right precautions?
4. Receivership, voluntary administration and liquidation: What are the differences?
5 Postscript

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Two decades on: Proposed changes to the Retirement Villages Act 2003

You, or someone you know, may be considering a move into a retirement village. Understanding the rules that govern retirement villages is crucial...

In this issue

1. National, ACT and New Zealand First coalition
2. Three Waters and Resource Management Act 1991 replacement legislation
3. Over the Fence

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National, ACT and New Zealand First coalition

What can agriculture expect? All three political parties that make up the governing coalition campaigned on the premise that agriculture is the backbone of New Zealand’s economy.

In this issue

1. What happens if your builder goes bust?
2. Alternative methods to sell your property
3. Property Briefs

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What happens if your builder goes bust?

Building a new home is an exciting process. It can, however, be quite daunting with risks of unexpected delays, cost increases and, in the worst scenario, your project going completely off the rails...

In this issue

1. Freshwater farm plans
2. Emissions Trading Scheme
3. Over the Fence

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Freshwater farm plans

Freshwater farm plans are part of the Essential Freshwater package introduced in 2020. Roll out by regions starting 1 August.

In this issue

1. Land covenants: now commonplace in residential developments
2. Advance directives: right to choose your healthcare
3. School boards of trustees: significant obligations and responsibilities
4. Time changed to raise personal grievance for sexual harassment: extended to 12 months
5. Postscript

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Land covenants

With all the property development over the last 20 years or so, land covenants have become commonplace in new build residential developments.