Insight New Zealand Government announces further building reforms In addition to the move to proportionate liability, the Government has now announced that it will introduce mandatory home warranties, require all design professionals to have professional indemnity (PI) insurance and strengthen disciplinary penalties for Licenced Building Practitioners (LBPs). Read more
News Wynn Williams 2025 Christmas Closure Dates Our offices will be closed from 4pm on Tuesday, 23 December 2025, and will reopen on Monday, 12 January 2026. Read more
News Wynn Williams recognised in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2026 Guide For another consecutive year, Wynn Williams has been acknowledged in the Chambers Asia-Pacific legal directory. Read more
Insight Water cooler chat: what you need to know about proposed RMA reform On 23 August 2023, the previous attempt to repeal and replace the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA) became law. It lasted a mere 122 days before it was repealed by the National-led Coalition Government on 23 December 2023, just in time for Christmas. Read more
Insight Throuple trouble: dividing relationship property when love comes in threes It generally takes two to tango when it comes to relationship property disputes in New Zealand. But can those disputes extend to throuples who separate? Read more
Insight A rubbish decision? Supreme Court opens door for waste “effects” to be considered under RMA In a three-two split, the Supreme Court’s most recent decision under the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA) has confirmed that the disposal of plastic bottles can be a relevant “effect” on the environment in resource management decision-making. Read more
Insight High Court clarifies procedure for interim relief for disputes pending arbitration The High Court has clarified the procedural steps in relation to staying court proceedings pending arbitration under a contractual provision, as well as the availability of interim relief for plaintiffs in those circumstances in Pindur v Koffeman [2025] NZHC 3458. Read more
Insight Navigating AI, security and cyber washing for New Zealand businesses Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the way New Zealand businesses operate, offering new efficiencies, insights and capabilities. Read more
