Craig Nelson was interviewed by Radio Live's Mark Sainsbury
yesterday on the reasons OIO consent was granted in return for
school ipads or, as Mark put, it "beads and blankets".
By Craig Nelson - 18 May 2016
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The Supreme Court, our highest court, just released an
important judgment regarding family trusts.
By Andrew Steele - 13 Apr 2016
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The OIO has just released decision sheets on consents
granted in February.
By Craig Nelson - 11 Apr 2016
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We are delighted to announce a new partner to our property team.
Elise
Markwick advises on commercial property and business
transactions including associated banking, finance and leasing and
on private client property and trust law matters.
By Melissa Clark - 7 Apr 2016
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We are pleased to announce the promotion of Lesley Thomson
to Associate. This appointment reflects Lesley's level of
experience and commitment to the firm.
By Melissa Clark - 6 Apr 2016
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A Monty Python sketch once described the canned meat
product Spam as ubiquitous, inescapable and
tasting horrible. Years later, this portrayal has meant that 'spam'
now dually refers to all manner of unsolicited, undesired, or
illegal email messages.
By Matt O'Neale - 1 Apr 2016
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The new Health and Safety at Work Act comes into force on
4 April 2016. Under the new Act there is a greater focus on
employers proactively identifying and managing risks.
By Claire Mansell - 7 Mar 2016
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Recent Overseas Investment Office
(OIO) approvals show that making
donations to local schools can help overseas investors obtain
consent to invest in New Zealand.
By Craig Nelson - 4 Mar 2016
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Do you use standard form consumer contracts in your
business? If you have not yet had your contracts reviewed for
compliance with unfair contract terms, we suggest that you get in
touch with us before the Commerce Commission gets in touch with
you.
By Claire Barron - 18 Feb 2016
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Do you and your staff know the rules regarding consumer rights
and guarantees in New Zealand? The cost of not knowing can be high
as Harvey Norman operators recently learned.
By Claire Barron - 20 Jan 2016
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