Insights

The law can be complex, and it’s not always clear how it applies.

Our insights are designed to provide an overview of changes in legislation, an understanding of key regulatory issues, and recent case law relevant to our clients’ world.

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Recent Articles

Insight / Construction

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).

News / Firm

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.

News / Firm

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.

Insight / Environment & Planning

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 It lasted a mere 122 days before it was repealed by the National-led Coalition Government on 23 December 2023, just in time for Christmas.

Insight / Relationship Property & Family

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?

Insight / Environment & Planning

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.