Inland Revenue has recently published various updated standard rates, and we outline these below:

Two weeks ago, we wrote about the importance of agriculturalists knowing their financial position, ready for what could be a bumpy ride through the 2023 season.

It’s an age-old issue – a business purchases software and it isn’t right for the job. Staff throw up their hands in dismay as everyone grapples with a tool that is a help on some levels and a hindrance on others.

You may wonder how people who “just make pictures in Photoshop” can affect your bottom line… well, read on.

After a good 2021 season, rising costs are beginning to hit those in agriculture and it’s time to start planning because the 2023 season could be bumpy.

Organisations have been considering how to return their employees to the office without alienating them or causing undue anxiety. Flexibility is a key retention strategy in the time of “the Great Resignation” but how do you balance this with “business as usual” back in the office? 

Are you considered well-off or a high earner by average standards? Then you’ve probably felt the effects of government initiatives focused on ensuring the wealthy pay their “fair share”. Now it’s turned its gaze to trusts, with the implementation of new reporting requirements.

If you’re one of the many people who set up a family trust to protect your assets, by now you’ll likely be aware that the government has put a spotlight on trusts.

Last month the Government brought in new annual reporting requirements for domestic trusts. It wants a better understanding of how trusts are used and what wealth they hold, so Inland Revenue has introduced two sets of reporting requirements.

Many businesses seemingly have not changed their approach to recruiting talent, despite the almost constant noise from all industries about how hard it is to find the people their businesses need to grow and succeed.  Are we really going through the same old motions expecting a different result?

Christchurch director Dorian Crighton tells us a bit about himself and gives his thoughts on the New Zealand business landscape and challenges in 2022.

Our tax experts summarise and give their opinion on the main points of the Labour Government’s 2022 Budget.