A new tax Bill, introduced by United Future, proposes to allow couples with dependent children to split their income equally for income tax purposes, leading to a reduced tax liability.

A new website has been set up called VolunteerNet designed to connect people looking for volunteering opportunities with event organisers looking for volunteers.

Sadly New Zealand entities are not immune to fraud and the risks often increase in recessionary times.

Further to our news article about the IRD’s interpretation of the Penny and Hooper case (posted on 7 July 2010), it has been announced that Mr Penny and Mr Hooper have sought leave to appeal to the Supreme Court.