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To keep up to date with and read about our latest news and events visit here regularly. Our posts will cover events and news that relate directly to our practice, while also updating you on important legal issues and updates.

May 31, 2022

Changes to Kāinga Ora First Home Grant

Changes to Kāinga Ora – Homes and Communities’ (“Kāinga Ora”) first home products were recently announced as a part of […]
May 17, 2022

Changes are now possible on a birth certificate

Every child born in New Zealand receives a birth certificate including the details surrounding the time and place, who the […]
May 5, 2022

The future of smoking in New Zealand is revealed

Smoking cigarettes has always been permitted in New Zealand. In more recent times the health hazards that smoking poses have […]
April 22, 2022

Review of new drug testing at festivals law

Event organisers now have new legislation that allows for drug testing at concerts and festivals. Previously in New Zealand, drug […]
April 7, 2022

What is a testamentary guardian and what they can/can’t do

Generally, a mother and father are referred to as the natural guardians of their child. Section 26 of the Care […]
March 22, 2022

Overview of the End of Life Choice Act 2019

The End of Live Choice Act 2019 came into effect in November 2021 (“the Act”). It establishes the framework for […]
March 21, 2022

Pier Law Autumn Special

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March 2, 2022

Commercial contracts and climate change: Time to think differently

There are many ways to get involved in fighting climate change, but it can feel overwhelming not knowing where to […]
February 11, 2022

Getting a Mortgage in 2022 – what you need to know

You may have heard that banks have been tightening their belts but why has this happened and what can you […]