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NZ Govt’s Draft Bill to give Unfettered Visa Powers
Parliament has today had its first reading of the Immigration (COVID-19 Response) Amendment Bill which, if passed, will grant a range of time-limited visa powers aimed at addressing Covid-19 ‘challenges’ in the context of immigration.
Inland Revenue’s timing concessions due to COVID-19
Residence Issues Inland Revenue has released a public statement relating to the unintended and unprecedented consequences for tax residence rules due to COVID-19.
Impact of COVID-19 on Residential Tenancies
Whether you are a tenant or a landlord of a residential property, it is important you know your rights and obligations during the COVID-19 Alert Level restrictions.
Alert Level 3 – What this Means for Businesses
On Monday 21 April 2020 Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced that 11. 59pm on Monday 27 April 2020 would be the end of New Zealand’s nationwide lockdown at Alert Level 4.
Property Transactions at Level 3
Whether you are in the middle of a residential property transaction or have just entered into a sale and purchase agreement, your transaction is likely to be impacted by the COVID-19 Alert Level restrictions.
Tax Considerations for Returning Kiwis
When returning to New Zealand tax is most likely one of the last things people consider (if they consider it at all).