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Amendment to Health and Safety at Work Act
The Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill is now before Parliament,...
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Repeal of the Holidays Act 2003
A new Employment Leave Bill has been introduced to replace the Holidays...
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Are Employment Disputes Taking Too Long? MBIE Calls for Feedback
Employment disputes are rarely resolved quickly. Before a matter can be heard...
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Shifting unemployment rates: What this means for employers
Recent Stats NZ figures show unemployment sitting at around 5.3% in March...
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How do compensation claims affect property settlements?
A recent High Court decision, Reid v Omana North Limited [2026] NZHC...
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Court of Appeal clarifies HSWA liability for trusts and trustees
The Court of Appeal has released its decision in RH & JY...
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When the Price No Longer Stacks Up: How NZ Contractors Can Deal with Fuel and Freight Disruption
Geopolitical instability in the Middle East is driving fuel prices higher and...
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The New Standard: Key changes to the Agreement for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate
The Law Association (“TLANZ”) and the Real Estate Institute (“REINZ”) have released...
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Are Contractors Liable for Defective Building Materials in New Zealand?
n New Zealand, contractors who supply and install materials for residential building...
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The Rise of EPC in New Zealand Infrastructure
EPC contracts are becoming more common in New Zealand infrastructure projects, especially...
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What Are the Biggest Tendering Risks for Contractors in New Zealand in 2026?
The biggest tendering risks for contractors in New Zealand in 2026 include...
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Closing the Gap: New Privacy Obligations for Indirect Collection of Personal Information under IPP 3A
IPP 3A is a new requirement under New Zealand’s Privacy Act 2020...
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How employers can respond to global supply chain disruptions and fuel supply uncertainty
Global supply chain disruptions and fuel supply uncertainty can affect business operations,...
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Regulatory Changes Underfoot: What Flooring Pros Need to Know About the Building (Overseas Building Products, Standards, and Certification Schemes) Amendment Bill
Rebecca Richter, Lawyer, Ford Sumner Lawyers. New Zealand’s construction sector is undergoing a...
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Small Homes, Big Opportunities: What the Building and Construction (Small Stand-alone Dwellings) Amendment Bill Means for Contractors
Rebecca Richter, Lawyer, Ford Sumner Lawyers New Zealand’s construction sector is undergoing a...
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Keep the cash flowing – tips to get paid – Part 2
Rebecca Richter, Lawyer, Ford Sumner Lawyers Cashflow is king for any small contractor...
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The Good Employer
Welcome to our latest Employment Newsletter – The Good Employer. In this...
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Airports Newsletter April 2026
Welcome to our latest Airports Newsletter! In this newsletter, you’ll find valuable...
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Why do I need a written
The recent case of Venkataramanujam v Ramasubramanian [1] demonstrates how important it is to have a clear understanding of the obligations business partners owe each other and the...
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