Employees should not be worried about getting a medical certificate if they are genuinely unwell, Labour Minister Kate Wilkinson says. \”It shouldn’t worry any employee who is not trying to
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Holiday Act Update
At the National Party’s conference the Government announced changes to the Holidays Act, including being able to trade the fourth week of holiday leave for cash, if employers and employees
All new workers set to face 90-day trial
The Government is planning to allow all companies to have 90-day trials for new workers and wants to give employers the power to keep unions out of the workplace. Unions
Labour law changes promote growth – Key
Sweeping changes to labour laws, including changing the test for reasonable dismissal to make it easier for employers to fire workers, have been announced by the Government today. At the
Kiwibank calls for compulsory KiwiSaver membership
The boss of state-owned Kiwibank wants people to be compelled to join KiwiSaver, with individual contributions rising gradually over the next decade or two to reach 10 per cent of
[IRD] July 2010 – Read the update on Budget tax changes
In this issue you can read the update on Budget tax changes, GST Budget changes, company changes from the Budget, other Budget changes, using codes when making your electronic payments,
[IRD] July 2010 – GST: Time of supply and payments of deposits
The latest issue of the Tax Information Bulletin Vol 22, No 6 (July 2010) is now available at www.ird.govt.nz/tib In this issue you can read about: – determinations on
[IRD] July 2010 – this issue has been amended
The July issue of Agents Answers has been amended after it was found that one section needed further clarification. The revised PDF is dated 9 July and is available
McDonald’s backs revised work conditions bill
2:30 PM Thursday Jul 1, 2010 Representatives from McDonald’s have thrown their weight behind a bill which aims to remove some of the rules around rest and meal breaks in
[IRD] June 2010 – It’s tax time
In this issue you can read about, It’s tax time, tax credits for donations, childcare and housekeeping, applying for Working for Families Tax Credits, updating your subscription details, go online
[IRD] 2011 Payroll Specification Update
The updated 2011 payroll specification to include changes announced in the May 2010 budget is now available to be downloaded from the IRD website. The URL link to this document
[IRD] July 2010 – Tax agents and personal debt
In this issue you can read about tax agents and personal debt, standard-cost adjustments, ACC levies and special tax codes, mileage rates for motor vehicles, revised disputes resolution process, questions
Have a break, have a kitkat (instead?)
Muffin Break must be laughing all the way to the bank with the free publicity it is getting, thanks to Labour MP the Honourable Darren Hughes and his comments that
Government consults on simplifying tax system
Hon Bill English Minister of Finance Hon Peter Dunne Minister of Revenue Wednesday, 9 June 2010 The Government is seeking public feedback on proposed changes to simplify
Salary growth subdued
New Zealand salary growth has more than halved over the past year, following growth of up to 5.2 per cent, and is expected to remain subdued for the next couple
NZ trailing Australia on pay rises: study
New Zealand continues to lag behind Australia when it comes to salary increases, a survey has found. The Hays Salary Guide – which examined salary and recruiting trends for over
[IRD] [taxpolicy] Government consults on simplifying tax system
The Government is seeking feedback on proposed changes to simplify the tax system, including simplifying PAYE and income tax returns for individuals and employers, as part of Inland Revenue’s move
Income tax case puts spotlight on professionals
By Dene Mackenzie 4:00 AM Wednesday Jun 9, 2010 A Court of Appeal decision could open the floodgates for the Inland Revenue Department to prosecute professionals hiding behind company structures
[IRD] June issue of Agents Answers
In this issue: Self-service calling aid replaces INFOexpress card, regaining a client*s extension of time, online services for tax agents and your responsibilities, new electronic notices for E-file tax agents,
[IRD] Payroll Developers – Budget 2010 Update
Draft Payroll Specification IRD are seeking feedback on the draft and ask this is provided to payroll.developers@ird.govt.nz by 5pm on 21st of June 2010. E-File GST specification IRD request all software developers