Top 10 reasons to make a will
A will is one of the most important legal documents you’ll ever create, yet nearly 50% of New Zealanders don’t have a will, which means they have no say in what happens to their children or…
Employment law reform in 2025
The changes are widespread across the employment law spectrum, and it will be important for both employers and employees to be across them.
Enduring Power of Attorney
If your family member is losing capacity and has an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) in place, you will be reassured that their attorney is working in your loved one’s best interests. Very…
Shearing the love
In what has certainly come as a big boost to sheep farmers and the agricultural sector, the government announced that from 1 July 2025 all government agencies must use woollen fibre…
New deed of lease documentation
This new edition of the deed of lease (DoL) includes a number of new or varied provisions that TLANZ has included in response to the evolving commercial leasing landscape; in some cases,…
Age of consent
In New Zealand, reaching different ages unlocks a whole range of new rights, responsibilities and freedoms. There is not a single ‘magic number’ but rather a journey where you gradually…
About The Ombudsman
The Ombudsman is a concept that originated in Scandinavia. The word itself is loosely translated to mean ‘grievance person.’ The role was introduced to New Zealand in 1962. Despite the…
Holidays legislation to change
The much-anticipated proposed changes to the Holidays Act 2003 were announced in late September by Workplace Relations and Safety Minister, the Hon Brooke van Velden. The Minister said the…
Understanding workplace accommodation
In certain sectors, particularly agriculture, tourism and residential care, it’s common for employers to provide housing to their employees as part of the job. These arrangements are known…
Farming Safety and Support
Farming in New Zealand is a year-round responsibility. The wet season (usually in winter) has particular challenges that require an increased focus on health and safety practices.