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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. The basis for calculating FamilyBoost payments has changed Inland […]

In an unashamed take from Graham Norton, I intend to write a few stories called ‘the blue deck chair.’ You are free to pull the lever and flip my chair. So please send feedback, flip, or let me walk… Remember when we all jumped on the Flybuys bandwagon about thirty years ago? It seemed like […]

In the 1960s and ’70s, hitting 65 was often seen as life’s finish line, with the average New Zealander expecting to live just a few years beyond retirement. Today, the landscape has changed considerably. We’ve significantly extended our longevity expectations, pushing the boundaries of what we consider ‘old age’ much further. Life expectancy has soared […]

When I was first approached about doing a work exchange in New Zealand, I didn’t hesitate for a second. As soon as our office administrator mentioned the opportunity, I instantly said yes. I love travelling, and this was a huge chance to explore a country I’d never been to before. In fact, I’d never even […]

Some businesses are feeling uncertain in this economic climate, and many New Zealand businesses are echoing the mantra ‘survive to ’25.’ It’s a sentiment that reflects the hope for better days ahead but also the challenge of navigating the current landscape. We’ve seen this scenario before, and we’re here to tell you that there’s a […]