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Remember when our parents taught us the importance of sharing? That simple lesson, often illustrated with shared toys or split snacks, was more than just a way to keep peace in the playground. It was preparing us for a fundamental truth in life and, as it turns out, in business. As children, we learned that […]

Arran Boote recently joined us, and I wanted to take the opportunity to introduce him personally to you all. As usual, I might be a bit long-winded. Walking with giants I have known Arran for over 20 years. He joined a small practice group of accountants I was a member of—an awesome group of people, […]

Last month, the office coffee machine tragically broke down after almost twenty years of service. Not long after the ‘OUT OF ORDER’ sign appeared, I thought I noticed a distinct lack of bodies in the office. A few days passed, and the machine sat there forlornly, temporarily replaced by a jar of instant coffee. Good […]

At the beginning of the year, I had the chance to join a Canadian work exchange programme with Adams and Miles (A&M), an accounting firm in Toronto. I was both excited and nervous about what lay ahead. Participating in the programme provided a unique mix of professional development, cultural exposure, and personal growth. Working at […]

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. Changing balance dates Inland Revenue (IR) has recently issued […]