Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced changes to the remuneration thresholds associated with both the Essential Skills Category (work visas), as well as the Skilled Migrant Category (resident visas).
With effect from 26 November 2018, the following threshold requirements will …
Continue ReadingLane Neave is proud to get behind the 2018 New Zealand River Awards.
The New Zealand River Awards were established to draw attention to the state of our rivers, but more importantly, to recognise where communities, councils, farmers and industry …
Continue ReadingIncrease in Immigration Fees and Levies – 5 November
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced that from 05 November 2018 that a new fee schedule will apply for visa applications. Although some fee types are decreasing, the majority of fees …
Continue ReadingAs the role of social media in everyday life becomes more prevalent, the grey area surrounding how much personal and professional information is appropriate to be sharing online is expanding.
What is clear is that an employee owes a duty …
Continue ReadingA number of charities do not spend a lot of money, but instead choose to invest or set aside their funds. There may be a number of reasons for this. Some charities want to build up funds to carry out …
Continue ReadingA recent case heard before the Supreme Court, Baker v Hodder [2018] NZSC 78 has questioned the relief available to majority shareholders where minority shareholders refuse to approve a major transaction. The case raises significant questions about the relationship and …
Continue ReadingConsumer Credit Law Update
Earlier this year, the Government sought feedback from the public on the adequacy of the protections afforded by the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act 2003 (CCCFA) since the 2015 reforms.
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Continue ReadingIn this fast paced area of law, employers, managers and HR professionals know how important it is to keep up with the latest changes and how they can impact their workforce, their processes and their business.
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Continue ReadingThis free seminar series brings together Sell More Tech founders, Paul Claridge and Nick Burns, along with Lane Neave’s specialist technology lawyer, Graeme Crombie.
Join us for an informative session that is specifically designed to upskill tech company owners in …
Continue ReadingFixed term agreements are a handy tool for employers who don’t require a permanent employee, but require more commitment than a casual employee. The Employment Relations Act 2000 (Act) provides that an employer and an employee may agree that the …
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