NZX published five "practice notes" for user-friendly advice on common questions raised by issuers and their advisors.

The High Court has confirmed its broad power to bypass the legislative requirements governing voluntary administrations.

Benefits to New Zealand's export-dependent economy of greater access to the Chinese and Asian markets are substantial.

The bill will make it clear that any sporting manipulation, with the intent to influence a betting outcome, is a crime.

The Privacy Commissioner has received enquiries from the public concerning the privacy implications of smart meters.

Article contains a link to Reviews in Progress Booklet which focuses on work streams that affect the NZ business sector.

This publication explores the likely impact of the FMCA, some of the opportunities it presents, and market developments.

The Trans-Tasman Proceedings Act 2010 (the Act), which implements the Agreement between the Government of New Zealand and the Government of Australia on Trans-Tasman Court Proceedings and Regulatory Enforcement (the Agreement), passed its third reading on 24 August 2010 (in the course of which a previous edition of Connected Asia Pacific was cited in Parliament).

Inland Revenue has released an update on proposals to reform the tax treatment of employee share schemes.

The Government must make access to companies securities registers more difficult, prescribe minimum disclosure requirements for unsolicited offers and force those making unsolicited offers to keep them open for a reasonable length of time if low ball offers to unsophisticated investors from the likes of Bernard Whimp are to be thwarted.

The Insolvency Practitioners Bill and Taxation (Annual Rates, Returns Filing, and Remedial Matters) Bill are delayed.

Trends and insights regarding international trade. Article includes a link to a more in depth discussion about the same.

Article discusses trends in the M&A market & discusses how the current strong momentum is threatened.

To reinforce a commitment and dedication to Māori culture, Chapman Tripp has released their formal te reo Māori policy.

There has been a tremendous amount of capital raised by investors both domestically and offshore that needs to find a home.

Well-governed and managed NZ companies will flourish despite proactive regulatory scrutiny and intervention in 2017.

The FMA's revised draft guidance note on disclosure shows the FMA has taken on board the criticisms of its first effort.

M&A volumes are holding up despite an unexpected period of geopolitical and economic volatility.

Most of NZX's top 25 listed companies now have a diverse mix of debt funding - a trend which is likely to continue.

Newsletter which includes a discussion of a landmark case that will reshape the way government deals with iwi interests.