March 2023

DG Law | Moore Markhams the right match

When Auckland’s DG Law sought an accountancy firm with its finger on the pulse of the legal industry, Moore Markhams Auckland was the obvious choice.

ICHC | Markhams move a win for chaplain provider

A switch to Moore Markhams Wellington has given ICHC improved, comprehensive financial support as demand for its chaplaincy services in hospitals remains strong.

Subdivisions, income tax and GST

We explore a recent Inland Revenue decision on whether the profit from a subdivision was subject to income tax and GST. 

NZ’s provisional tax regime explained

Between concessionary changes enacted over recent years and the option of using tax pooling, the days of incurring large interest and penalty charges with Inland Revenue are in the past.

Residential property – A class of its own

There is little doubt that New Zealanders’ passion for investing in residential property will survive despite the tax treatment of residential rental investments increasingly becoming a tangled web of complexity.

Employers need to get creative to attract and retain staff

The labour market is tight and seems to be getting tighter with each passing month. Recruitment for staff is challenging. What is driving it? Is it a NZ issue only? Is there a wider global issue at play?

Year-End is looming – are you prepared?

An important date for many taxpayers in New Zealand is 31 March. And for many, the end of the financial year can be a very stressful one but it needn’t be. Here’s how to minimise stress and maximise efficiency.