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Relief for Businesses impacted by COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented event in world history. Never before have we encountered a worldwide shut down of economies. The impact of this pandemic is going to be equally unprecedented and the road forward will be paved with uncertainty.

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A ‘Safe Harbour’ for Directors during rough times

Part of the Government’s Business Relief package announced on 3 April 2020 was temporary changes to the duties that directors owe under the Companies Act 1993. These changes provide a ‘safe habour’ to directors for companies facing significant liquidity problems due to COVID-19.

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Keep the faith – restructure guidance in a changing world

The COVID-19 pandemic has had significant financial and operational consequences for employers and this looks set to continue . Unfortunately, as a result, we also expect to see a continued increase in restructure proposals and redundancies. This article serves as a timely reminder as to what employers must demonstrate before undergoing a restructure or redundancy process.

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COVID 19 – Frequently Asked Questions

As COVID 19 spreads in New Zealand, it can be daunting keeping up with information and making decisions quickly about how businesses and workers jobs can be saved. In this update we answer questions that have come across our desks about the impact on employment of New Zealanders in these extraordinary times. Our aim is to keep you informed and to answer your questions about what it means for you.

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Construction Contract Claims – Getting it right

Construction Contract Claims – Getting it right

The Construction Contracts Act 2002 required strict compliance in order to recover payments under it. In this article, construction law specialist, Karen Shaw provides a summary of the key requirements to ensure that you get these claims right .

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Be aware of “Avoidance Policies” when developing in coastal area

When interpreting “Avoidance Policies” in the National Coastal Policy Statement (the NZCPS), the courts are adopting a strict approach that requires absolute avoidance of adverse effects on the values protected. That approach could significantly limit the ability to obtain a resource consent for any activities on and around New Zealand’s coastal area where “Avoidance Policies” are triggered. It could also apply to other resource management areas.

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Level 8, KPMG Centre
85 Alexandra Street
Hamilton 3204
Private Bag 3077
Hamilton 3240
New Zealand
DX GP 20015

+64 7 838 2399

Cambridge office

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PO Box 3
Cambridge 3450
New Zealand
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+64 7 827 5111

Paeroa office

2 Queen Street
Paeroa 3600
Private Bag 3077
Hamilton 3240
New Zealand

+64 7 862 8803

Matamata office

2 Arawa Street
Cooper Aitken Building
Matamata 3400
Private Bag 3077
Hamilton 3240
New Zealand

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