This third batch of NZX practice notes provides user-friendly advice on common questions raised by issuers and advisors.

The Reserve Bank last week released a consultation paper seeking comment on policy proposals for a second non-bank deposit takers (NBDTs) Bill. The Bill will complete the legislative framework for the Reserve Bank’s regulation of the NBDT sector.

These principles can guide brokers on their client obligations in relation to business interruption insurance.

A timeline for the work required for the reconstruction of the greater Christchurch area.

This amendment makes it clear that the new retentions trust regime applies only to contracts on or after 31 March 2017.

Article discusses key changes proposed to listing rules and NZX Corporate Governance Code. .

The Commerce Commission is reviewing its M&A and authorisations policies and released draft guidelines for consultation.

The Regulatory Reform Bill will "slash red tape", according to its sponsor, Rodney Hide. And indeed the Bill will remove a lot of unnecessary bureaucratic clutter. But, almost by definition, most of the changes – while useful - are small and technical in nature.

The Billl will bring New Zealand into line with international convention.

The final detailed FMCA disclosure requirements do reflect improvements from the most recent consultative round.

Despite uncertainty, the Insolvency Practitioners Bill has been picked up by the new government, but could be amended.

Liquidators cannot examine directors to obtain private financial information to judge their worth as prospective defendants.

The Supreme Court ruled that parties cannot avoid promises to arbitrate by seeking High Court summary judgment instead.

True to the terms of its deal with Warner Bros, the Government is rushing through a Bill to clarify the distinction between independent contractors and employees in the film industry.

The Law Commission has given the Evidence Act 2006 a warrant of fitness in the first of the mandatory five-year reviews.

The Protocol will increase the thresholds for which non-government trans-Tasman investments require regulatory approval.

A new Bill has been introduced to Parliament to implement recommendations of the Pike River Royal Commission of Inquiry.

The Private International Law (Choice of Law in Tort) Bill is a useful move which deserves support. .

It appears that regulatory risk will once again feature in the mergers and acquisitions market. .

This employer incurred penalties from two different authorities under two different laws for the same workplace accident.