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Franchises are a popular way of doing business in New Zealand – we are in fact, per capita, the most franchised country in the world.

You also don’t have to look that hard to find franchising opportunities; at any time …

When the Friendly Societies and Credit Unions legislation was first enacted, the world of financial services was completely different. The first ATMs were just being introduced to New Zealand and there was no internet or mobile banking. Fast forward 35 …

This free seminar is for Chinese visa holders who are working and/or studying in New Zealand.

Do you who want to learn more about your visa options and pathway to residence?

Immigration New Zealand recently announced its proposed changes to …

Managing HR and employment law issues is challenging enough, and when you throw in overseas workers there’s a whole new level of complexity.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from immigration law experts, Mark Williams and Rachael Mason, as they …

One of the more controversial labour law changes on the “to do list” of the Labour led government is the proposal of “Fair Pay Agreements” (FPA’s) which would set minimum employment terms and conditions for all workers in an industry …

Changes to the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act 2009 (AML Act) come into force on 1 July 2017.  The changes have been put in place to better protect New Zealand against criminal activity and enhance our international …

Most employers will be aware of the importance of checking the visa of a potential employee to ensure they are able to work for your business. However, many will not be aware of the ongoing need to keep track of …

A new Bill has been introduced to the House that intends to amend the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (Act) to allow volunteer associations to be excluded from the definition of a person conducting a business or undertaking …

The Labour Inspectorate’s spotlight is clearly still on minimum entitlements with retail chain Smith City being ordered by the Employment Court to pay employees for 15 minute, unpaid, pre-work meetings.

Like many businesses, Smith City held meetings for sales staff …

You and your potential business partner have come up with a fantastic and unique business idea, you’ve identified a gap in the market, or you are simply tired of working for others and have decided to take the leap into …