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The New Zealand Government has recently proposed a significant overhaul of the taxation rules affecting charities and not-for-profits (NFPs), which could have far-reaching implications for businesses and organisations across the country.
In today’s business environment, effective decision-making is key to navigating change and achieving sustainable growth. For small to medium sized enterprises where there can be fewer individuals at a senior decision-making level, there is arguably a greater need to have a strong decision-making process to ensure decisions are not made in a vacuum.
Tax compliance can be complex, between income tax, GST, PAYE there is often a lot to manage and get right. It is therefore inevitable that from time-to-time mistakes will happen. When these moments occur the question then becomes “what do we do?”.
New Zealand's updated Active Investor Plus visa aims to attract foreign investors by introducing more flexible investment options and lowering entry barriers, such as removing English language requirements. While these changes may boost economic activity and diversify investments, their long-term impact depends on investor confidence, sectoral alignment, and global competitiveness.
At Moore Markhams, our strength lies in connection. It’s what sets us apart—our ability to collaborate across firms, share insights, and build trust with colleagues throughout New Zealand and beyond. Find out how connection was on show at our 2025 annual CE Conference.
Aotea Health, founded in 2017 by Tama Toki, is a company deeply rooted in the wisdom of mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge). Inspired by the therapeutic qualities of Aotearoa’s natural environment, Aotea Health blends innovation with the healing power of native flora to deliver skincare and pharmaceutical solutions.
The Ports of Auckland case highlights the critical importance of health and safety for directors. Failures in duty of care and safety systems led to personal accountability under New Zealand’s Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, which imposes strict obligations on directors to manage risks and ensure workplace safety.
As businesses expand, a common decision is whether to create new companies to accommodate new ventures, risks, products and/or acquisitions. A well-designed group structure enables a ‘parent’ company to create distinct entities that operate independently.
For some, the increase in the trust tax rate from 33% to 39% has prompted them to ask the question – should we wind up our trust?
A common complaint made by employers is that the amount of time it takes to meet their FBT obligations is disproportionate to the amount of tax it actually generates. This frustration is arguably borne out in the number of mistakes that are often made when calculating the amount of FBT payable.