Insight / General Business & SMEs Incorporated Societies reregistration system goes live The Incorporated Societies Act 2022 (Act) and the Incorporated Societies Regulations (Regulations) are now fully in force. The new Regulations provide information about the reregistration process, fees and administration matters. Read more
Insight / General Business & SMEs Kick-off: Aotearoa’s new whistleblowing regime takes effect The Protected Disclosures (Protection of Whistleblowers) Act 2022 (Act) is now in force, replacing New Zealand’s previous whistleblower protection legislation. The purpose of the Act remains the same - facilitating the disclosure and investigation of serious wrongdoing in the workplace and providing protection to workers, and other persons, who report suspected serious wrongdoing. Read more
Insight / General Business & SMEs New bans on unfair contract terms – how businesses need to prepare Fair Trading Act changes impact NZ businesses. Prepare for compliance with new rules effective from August 16, 2022. Read more
Insight / General Business & SMEs Restraints of trade – do they work? Employment Relations Authority upholds TV3 journalist Tova O'Brien's non-compete, delaying her new radio show. Read more
Insight / General Business & SMEs Is your business brand a steal? Whether you are running a small local business or a large multi-national organisation, your brand will often be your most important asset. Read more
Insight / General Business & SMEs Privacy Act 2020 – are you ready? New Zealand’s highly anticipated Privacy Act commenced on 1 December 2020, replacing the Privacy Act 1993. Read more
