Finance Minister Grant Robertson has released his sixth budget. The government had indicated there would be no real surprises in today’s budget and Robertson has not disappointed. We highlight the key items for business.

Normally, tax policy isn’t a topic the average Kiwi talks about. But over the past month it appears that everyday New Zealanders have been vigorously debating our tax settings.

Do you have spare cash that you’re contemplating locking into a term investment to generate some interest income?  You should consider the benefits of a PIE Fund, says Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Auckland Business Advisory Services senior manager Sonia Gaskin.

The government has announced tax relief for North Island businesses hit by flood damage. The relief comes in the form of a deferral of tax on insurance receipts, allowing time for the business to rebuild or purchase replacement assets.

With 31 March approaching, it is the ideal time to consider tax issues and, where available, planning opportunities. Key matters are outlined below.

The changing interest rate environment has seen Inland Revenue needing to act, with both the FBT interest and Use Of Money Interest rates increasing.  In addition, IR has updated commentary on payments to private schools, charities and buildings, all of which have broad interest.

Tax evasion is a criminal offence in New Zealand, and the charges carry a maximum sentence of five years’ imprisonment and a fine of up to $50,000.

The Minister of Revenue recently introduced the Taxation (Annual Rates for 2022–23, Platform Economy, and Remedial Matters) Bill (No 2) into Parliament.

Taranaki Business Advisory Associate Kylie Cronin is a huge fan of tax pooling. Here, she explains the benefits.

From the internet to repairing your motor vehicles, claiming deductible business expenses can add up at the end of the financial year. Are you up to date with what you’re entitled to? Baker Tilly Staples Rodway director Kylie Hollard talks about what’s covered.

Market conditions can change quickly in the world of crypto. Indeed, it doesn’t seem long ago that people were asking “how high can Bitcoin go?” and considering the extent that altcoins would “go along for the ride”.