cloud accounting

Amazon helps NZ business access cloud services

Amazon's Lift program for NZ SMBs provides access to 200+ cloud services, according to NZ Herald.

employees

Fair Pay Agreements

The Fair Pay Agreements Act 2022 came into effect 1 December 2022 aiming to set minimum standards of employment including pay for specific industries or sectors.

cloud accounting

Disaster assistance for Auckland small business

In the wake of extreme weather events, the Xero Assistance Programme is being extended to all small businesses in the Auckland, Northland and Waikato regions until 31 March.

economy

The dark side of the Employment Relations Authority process

The processes around business downsizing can be very complicated and one misstep can be very expensive. However the conversation has been changing lately, according to NZ HR Specialist Ross Henderson, and prudent businesses are looking to staffing numbers ahead of an anticipated downturn in the economy later in the year.

business

More on Modernising GST (Goods and Services Tax)

More about the GST changes coming into effect on 1 April 2023.

FBT

FBT Common errors campaign

Many of the common FBT errors can be avoided by keeping up-to-date with the rules and rates and NZ Inland Revenue is banging the drum about how to get FBT right in October.

coronavirus COVID-19

What NZ trends have changed for good?

As New Zealand businesses recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, what trends will have changed for good?

budget

Another NZ Budget perspective

More on the Cost of Living Payment as well as business and personal tax measures.

budget

New Zealand Budget 2022

Wellbeing Budget 2022 – A Secure Future acknowledges the difficult times we're living in while aiming to help move towards a high-wage, low-emissions economy that provides greater economic security with support for households affected by cost-of-living pressures.

construction

Tax Rules Changes for NZ Residential Investment Property

Legislation has been enacted in New Zealand pertaining to changes in interest deductibility and Brightline Rules for residential investment properties.

coronavirus COVID-19

Latest NZ employment issues

NZ HR Specialist Ross Henderson provides an update on vaccination mandates and an employee dismissal case from the Employment Relations Authority.

deductions

NZ 2022 Year-End Tax Checklist

There are actions you can take now to maximise tax deductions. We’ve provided a useful checklist of tax deductions available for you to consider.