Our 2025 pre-budget survey has revealed a mixed business scorecard on the Government’s performance.  Business optimism ahead of this year’s Budget is markedly better than it was pre-election, but the overall report is "could do better".  

Inland Revenue has released an exposure draft on not-for-profit (NFP) transactions – including a proposal that threatens the existence of some small clubs and societies across New Zealand…

With 1 April fast approaching, there are several tax rate changes taking effect that you should be aware of.

Are you a US citizen who recently migrated to New Zealand or are thinking of doing so?

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

The Government and Inland Revenue have made a roaring start in 2025, having been busy with myriad tax policy announcements and documents towards the end of last year. Let’s touch on these in brief…

Many New Zealanders breathed a collective sigh of relief when the bright-line tax on residential property sales was reinstated to two years in July last year.

New Zealand’s foreign investment fund (FIF) rules have created much angst for Kiwis over the decades of their existence. These rules apply primarily to tax New Zealand tax residents who directly own shares, costing more than $50,000, in foreign companies (excluding Australian listed shares).

Inland Revenue has released draft guidance on share investments and it’s a helpful reminder that capital gains are sometimes taxed in New Zealand.

Are you GST registered for an activity that directly or indirectly involves your bach, lifestyle block, home or other appreciating asset?

With the government’s tax cuts less than a month away from coming into force, we briefly outline what you can expect and any actions that might be necessary.

The sixth National government’s first budget was released earlier today, and while the faces might be new, there was little in the way of bold new initiatives.