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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… Read article →
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… Read article →
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… Read article →
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… Read article →
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… Read article →
Vendor supplied reports and disclosures
The general rule of thumb when you buy a property is that the more information you can find out about the property,… Read article →
Rent reviews in commercial leases
Two of the most important considerations for parties to a commercial lease are, ‘What is the annual rent?’ and ‘How and when… Read article →
Using AI in your business
Artificial intelligence (AI) has developed from a futuristic concept to a mainstream tool used by many businesses on a daily basis. The… Read article →
Key things to know before buying a home
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make. It's exciting, but it can also be overwhelming –… Read article →