Changes to building consents
Six new exemptions to the Building Act 2004 (“the Act”) have been added, along with the expansion of four existing exemptions. Homeowners, builders and DIYers will now have an easier …
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The Dog Control Act 1996 explained
Dogs are one of the most common domestic pets in New Zealand. Dogs provide companionship, are used to assist people with disabilities and assist law enforcement apprehending people. A dog …
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What does Restraint of Trade mean?
A restraint of trade is a provision generally found in employment contracts, which prohibits an employee from working directly or indirectly with a competitor business for a specified time and …
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Employment changes in regards to working from home
The global spread of COVID-19 and subsequent lockdown in New Zealand changed the way that many organisations conducted business. Employers and employees needed to work together to slow the spread …
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Does the vendor have to remove rubbish?
Buying a new house is a positive experience and looked forward to by all purchasers. The Vendors too are looking forward to moving on to a different location. The actual …
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What is a testamentary guardian?
Everyone should have a will. When making that will, those who have children should ensure that all possibilities are covered in the case of the will makers untimely death while …
Read MoreRelationship Property and the necessity of full disclosure
In the previous August Newsletter article on relationship property agreements, matters of relationship property under the Property (Relationships) Act 1976 (“the Act”), and the difference between a contracting out agreement …
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