General Interest
18 Jun 2018A Review of Labour's 100 Day PlanBefore the election, the Labour Party laid out a plan with 18 key goals to achieve within their first 100 days in office... 5 Dec 2017Wacky Christmas Laws and PractisesIn the Spirit of Christmas Laws and Practises, here are some strange practises and wacky Christmas laws form around the world. 29 Sep 2017"The Ruck" - a Lawyer's analysis of the rules of rugby's ruckAll Black, Richie McCaw, ended active play many times by successfully tackling the opposing team's ball carrier to the ground. A ruck is then formed only if one (ore more) players from both teams ... 27 Feb 2017What is the Queen's Chain?Well it's not some fancy piece jewellery owned by Her Majesty. It describes the kilometres of Crown land which exists throughout New Zealand to provide the public with access to coastlines, rivers, lakes and native bush. However, there is a large amount of private land not subject to the Queen's Chain. 27 Feb 2017Who is the Ombudsman and what does he do?The Office of the Ombudsman is an independent authority which handles complaints and investigates New Zealand’s government agencies. 27 Feb 2017Small passenger services - a review of the lawThe introduction of services such as Uber has exposed some some gaps in our law governing passenger services. The Land Transport Amendment Bill endeavours to address these gaps and update the legislation to accommodate new business models. |
10 Feb 2017Is rugby going soft? - the new high tackle laws explained
World Rugby introduced new tackle laws on 1 January 2017, but what has really changed? Read more 3 Oct 2016"Click Agree" AgreementsIf you have FaceBook, a smart phone, or have you brought goods or services online, then you have likely entered into an enforceable contract with a simple click... Read more 3 Oct 2016Net MigrationIn the May 2016 year, 68,400 non-New Zealand citizens have migrated to New Zealand. Read more 18 Mar 2016Buying a vehicle - is there money owing?If you are purchasing a motor vehicle privately, it is very important to check that there is no money owing on it. Read more |
25 Feb 2014A new Incorporated Societies Act - what could it mean for our organisations?This efficiency of The Incorporated Societies Act 1908 is being threatened by the Law Commission’s proposals to repeal and replace the Act. Read more12 Dec 2013Are you throwing money away? - Extended warranties and the Consumer Guarantees ActIs an extended five year warranty 'for only $249.95' a good investment? 13 May 2013Food standardsThe Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act (‘the Act’), enacted in 1991, established a joint body known as Food Standards Australia New Zealand.30 Sep 2012The Accident Compensation Corporation - What is it?A New Zealand Crown Entity set up under the Accident Compensation Act 2001, The ACC is responsible for providing accident insurance for all personal injuries... |