New Legislation Changes NZ Building Consent Rules: What Property Owners Need to Know
The Building Consent and Inspection Reform Amendment Act 2026 promises faster building consent processing but hits property owners with 35% higher fees and mandatory third-party inspections. Digital applications become compulsory from October 2026.
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Consumer Guarantees Tribunal Backlog Hits Crisis Point as Wait Times Double in 2026
Consumer guarantees disputes now face eight-month tribunal delays as case volumes surge 40% nationwide. Businesses are exploiting the backlog to…
Consumer Guarantees Act Changes: What NZ Businesses Must Know for 2026-27
The Consumer Guarantees Act is getting its biggest overhaul in three decades, with sweeping changes taking effect from July 2026.…
Consumer Guarantees Act Changes Hit Online Retailers Hard – What Kiwi Shoppers Need to Know
New Consumer Guarantees Act amendments force online retailers to provide clearer refund policies for digital products and subscriptions. The changes…
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