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BusinessThe ins and outs of the Investment Boost deduction
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 […]
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Tax Updates: 1 September 2025
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. Tax Bill introduced The Taxation (Annual Rates for 2025–26, […]
Execution–how to get things done!
This is a special feature written by Murray Fulton, Director and Business Advisor at Advantage Business. I have four recommendations that will minimise the roadblocks to achieving your goals and keep your people on the right track for growth. 1. Eradicate Everest Syndrome 2. Learn to execute under pressure 3. Recruit for temperament and character […]
When the story in the numbers doesn’t add up
Don’t you love a board meeting where the numbers are great? This time, on paper, the numbers looked perfect. Revenue was up. Costs were down. Margins were strong. The board congratulated themselves on another great year and started talking about dividends and the next holiday. Six months later, the business was struggling to keep its […]
My time at Gilligan Sheppard—A reflection
I will never forget the day of my interview, wearing heeled boots, pants and a stuffy blouse that covered my tattoos. This was my first interview in a corporate setting, and I could’ve peed myself. That morning, I’d scrambled together my nicest outfit and had contemplated taking out my piercings for half an hour. Imagine […]
Tax Updates: 25 August 2025
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. QWBA on GST listed services rules To help you […]
