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Recently (well, it feels like recently, the way this year is flying by), Budget 2025 introduced the Investment Boost – a deduction for new investment assets. The relevant legislation was included in the Taxation (Budget Measures) Act 2025, which was passed on 23rd May 2025. The deduction will apply to new investment assets which are […]

This month, the Gilligan Sheppard team gathered for lunch to celebrate a remarkable milestone: Tanya’s 30 years with the firm. As speeches were shared and memories recounted, it became clear that three decades at one company is more than just a career achievement — it’s a testament to loyalty, adaptability, and the kind of workplace […]

Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion on any national or international tax issues, please contact Richard via email at richard@gilshep.co.nz. Is it really a dividend? I’ve been a little […]

We’re a year out from a general election and heading into local body elections as a dry run for next year. None of this bodes well. A note from the team: The views shared in this piece are the personal opinions of Bruce Sheppard and don’t necessarily reflect the position of others within Gilligan Sheppard. […]

If you’re running an overseas company doing business in New Zealand, or you’re a larger New Zealand company, you might need to deal with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) reporting. It sounds complicated, but it doesn’t have to be a nightmare if you know what you’re doing. What exactly is IFRS reporting? Think of IFRS […]