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Working for Families tax trap
For some families, the dole is a better option than Working for Families tax credits. Simon Collins investigates what's wrong.
Banks to pay taxman billions
NZ's big four Australian-owned banks and the IRD have announced a settlement of their disputes over structured finance deals.
Think big to restore trust: taskforce
The Capital Markets Development Taskforce released recommendations with the aim of rekindling Kiwis' faith in the sharemarket.
Lombard investors to get payment this month, says receiver
Lombard Finance receiver PricewaterhouseCoopers says investors will receive a repayment later this month of 6.5 cents for every dollar invested.
<i>Brian Fallow</i>: Tinkering won't fix creaking tax system
The tax system has deteriorated beyond the point where tinkering and tweaking are enough, was the message this week.
<i>Alan Scott:</i> A silly time to get too clever with your tax strategy
With the system in flux and the IRD zeroing in on avoidance, this is no time for overly-aggressive tax planning.
Underachievers to fund state sector pay rises
Department bosses told those who don't perform face cuts so those who do well can be rewarded.
