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Client Case Study - Peter Dawson, Dawson & Associates
We were previously using another accounting firm in Nelson but we felt like a small cog in the wheel. We were receiving very generic advice,
Client Case Study - On Cue Conferencing
Justine will go that extra length to understand an organisation, help them fulfil their obligations but make it valuable for them.
Client Case Study - Woofa Worx & Moggie Maintenance
It was obvious how passionate and motivated Justine is about her work, that came across straight away – it felt like a match.
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Marketing & Advertising Costs - What is tax deductible?
When budgeting for marketing and advertising costs, it's important to know what is a deductible expense or a depreciable capital cost.
Trustees’ obligations to keep and give trust information
Trustees have certain obligations for record-keeping and notifiable information. Download our guide on Trustees' obligations.
What is a Trust?
Trust Basics - You may have heard people talk about setting up a Trust or being a Trustee - but what does it all mean?
National & International Travel Expenses - What is 50% or 100% tax deductible?
Travel Expenses & Tax deductions explained. You may be able to claim an income tax deduction for travel expenses where they have a connectio
Tax Record-Keeping Requirements in New Zealand
Find out what records you have to keep to support the figures in your GST returns and the disclosure information required
Which legal fees are tax deductible?
This article summarises some of the common legal fees and income tax deductibility rules. Legal fee deductibility is a complex area.
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Sustainability Focus
How to Report on Sustainability Efforts: A Guide for the New Zealand Market
Reporting on your sustainability efforts is a way to demonstrate corporate responsibility and a means to build trust with stakeholders, including customers, investors, and the community at large
Will Sustainability Reporting Become Mandatory in New Zealand?
Even without mandatory regulations, consumer interest in sustainability is driving the movement faster than government change. New Zealand consumers increasingly prioritise sustainability in their purchasing decisions
Sustainability: What Is It and Do I Need to Pay Attention?
Economic benefits from sustainable practices can include cost savings, enhancing your reputation within your community, and tapping into a new trend of customers being increasingly influenced by a brand’s sustainability efforts and ethical practices.
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Budget 2025
22 May 2025 The Minister of Finance, the Hon Nicola Willis, delivered Budget 2025 on Thursday, 22 May 2025, and there was good news for...
May 23
Inland Revenue Activity
On the 7th April, the Inland Revenue publicly announced that their activity in the last six months of last year was up 50% from the same time for the year previous.
Apr 11
IR Policy Change - Overdue Debt
Discover how the IR Policy enforcing payment for Overdue Tax Debt impacts businesses. Learn about the new compliance obligations and
May 18, 2024
Stocktakes
Who should do stocktakes? Taxpayers who either manufacture or buy and sell products have to value their stock on hand as at Balance...
May 11, 2024
Your 13-point checklist to stay ahead on tax
We've collated a 13-point checklist to help you roll towards the end of the tax year. 1. Contracts Have you invoiced retentions that...
Feb 1, 2024
DON’T FORGET: Documents for your accountant
Remember to provide all the relevant documents we will need to put together your financial statements for the year. Have you got these...
Feb 1, 2024
Interest deductibility on property investments this year
At the time of writing, the coalition government has agreed to speed up the return of interest deductibility for property investors, with...
Feb 1, 2024
Mini-Budget 2023
The Government’s Mini Budget contains proposals to change the bright-line test back to a 2-year period, and to remove deductions for...
Dec 22, 2023
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