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Preparing for a new employment leave regime: What’s going to change in 2028
The much anticipated Employment Leave Act was passed recently, marking the start of a two-year transition to a new regime for holidays and leave. When...
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Regulatory Changes Underfoot What Flooring Pros Need to Know About the Building Overseas Building Products Standards
Rebecca Richter, Lawyer, Ford Sumner Lawyers. New Zealand’s construction sector is undergoing a significant regulatory update that will impact all contractors, suppliers and manufacturers, including those...
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Small Homes, Big Opportunities: What the Building and Construction (Small Stand-alone Dwellings) Amendment Bill Means for
Rebecca Richter, Lawyer, Ford Sumner Lawyers New Zealand’s construction sector is undergoing a significant regulatory update that will impact all homeowners, contractors, architects and insurers. The...
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