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
Month: June 2010
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 [email protected] by 5pm on 21st of June 2010. E-File GST specification IRD request all software developers
Employer optimism returning, says survey
By Susie Nordqvist 10:30 AM Tuesday Jun 8, 2010 New Zealand employers are more optimistic than they have been in two years, prompting speculation hiring activity could soon return to
[IRD] June issue of Business Tax Update
In this issue you can read about Budget 2010, online overseas currency calculator, GST rules for international travellers, valuing FBT for motor vehicles where previously owned, child support deduction notices,
Robert Walters’ Salary Survey 2010
This comprehensive salary survey has been compiled by Robert Walters’ dedicated research division and offers an annual insight into the salaries presently commanded in each market. NewZealand_Salary_Survey_2010.pdf They have a
[DOL] Parental leave for self employed
Self-employed parents are eligible for 14 weeks paid parental leave under the Parental Leave and Employment Protection Act 1987 You are a self-employed person under the Act if you are:
[DOL] How to handle parental leave requests from your staff
If you have received a request for parental leave here are three things to do to get started. 1. Find out what your employee is eligible for: The Department
[DOL] My First Job: Info about young workers
Here is a new resource for young people accessed through the following link from the www.ers.govt.nz: http://dol.govt.nz/infozone/myfirstjob/
[DOL] Migration Insights- Focusing on employment and settlement
A recent survey found that 83 percent of responding employers hired migrants because they couldn’t find a New Zealander with the right skills. Satisfaction with migrant workers was also high.