TaxBusiness debate: Should NZ introduce a capital gains tax?We pit two thinkers against each other on the CGT issue.11 Feb 08:20 PM
TaxAuckland Council considers dodging $220m tax billAuckland Council is looking at how to avoid being hit by the tax bill.11 Feb 07:40 PM
Tax'An accident waiting to happen': Accountants plead for CGT delayAccountants say capital gains tax should be delayed until after next year's election.07 Feb 01:34 AM
TaxIRD proposes tax revamp for short-stay providersProposal to introduce tax for those renting out property as short-term accommodation.04 Feb 11:32 PM
TaxTax Working Group's report now with GovernmentBut it will not be made public until February 2131 Jan 09:51 PM
TaxUS govt will need a year to recover from shutdownThe shutdown has severely hindered the IRS.26 Jan 11:01 PM
TaxDavos billionaires: higher taxes will not solve inequalityElites at Davos were not enamoured with proposals for higher taxes.26 Jan 09:46 PM
TaxComment: Tax focus puts growth at riskWhy would Working Group take aim at capital gains, when more capital is what NZ needs?17 Jan 04:00 PM
TaxPayday filing will cost small biz $2k a year, accountant warnsWarning over cost increases for small businesses in payday filing change.16 Jan 01:09 AM
Tax115,000 Kiwis to get tax bill for first timeMore than 100,000 Kiwis to face a tax bill for the first time next year.09 Dec 04:00 PM
TaxTax evasion: Husband and wife restaurateurs sentencedBusiness owner who evaded tax payments sent to jail.14 Nov 01:14 AM
TaxSugar drinks tax: Young generation sway in favour80% New Zealanders aged between 18 and 30 are in favour of a sugar tax.09 Nov 04:00 PM
TaxTax cheat Mr X remains nameless after IRD fraudThe accountant narrowly avoided prison today after helping file false tax returns.11 Oct 04:32 AM
TaxDragons' Den star sentenced for tax fraudThree men and their marina-related companies were investigated by the IRD.11 Oct 02:06 AM
TaxAA slams fuel hike as unfair and unjustifiedMany fuel stations across the South Island are charging above $2.40 a litre for 91 petrol.25 Sep 03:49 AM
TaxComment: The two big takeaways from the interim Tax Working Group reportEY's tax policy leader shares his view on the TWG's big interim report.19 Sep 11:41 PM
BDBDTaxCapital gains tax could be set at earner's top tax rateThe tax working group has advised the government to implement a capital gains tax.19 Sep 11:01 PM
TaxDrug giants in NZ dodge $21m in tax, Oxfam claimsOxfam has accused multi-national drug companies of dodging $21 million in tax.17 Sep 05:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: Cullen's tax proposals should be boldEDITORIAL: Tax working group's first report is keenly awaited.11 Sep 05:00 PM
TaxEric Watson tax case nears conclusionLawyers for Inland Revenue and Cullen Group deliver closing statements in tax case.11 Sep 03:42 AM
OpinionJudith Collins: Capital gains tax will hit the vulnerableCOMMENT: A capital gains tax would mark a sea change in the New Zealand tax system.10 Sep 05:00 PM
TaxEric Watson case: Court hears Caymans used to 'disguise commercial reality'Expert witness for Inland Revenue criticises key Eric Watson transaction as "circular".31 Aug 05:51 AM
TaxTax case sparked by 2004 audit of Eric WatsonCourt hears probe by Inland Revenue into rich lister triggered 14 year wrangle over $112m.28 Aug 04:25 AM
TaxIRD: Eric Watson's companies owe $112mInland Revenue says Cayman transactions were circular, and seeks $112m in back-taxes.27 Aug 05:56 AM
TaxMortgage broker sent back to prison for tax evasionThe Auckland mortgage broker evaded $400,000 in tax over the course of 10 years.20 Aug 01:45 AM
TaxSuper Fund calls for tax breaks on big projectsThe NZ Super Fund wants tax breaks on its own plan to build light rail in Auckland.27 Jul 05:00 PM
TaxIRD extends deadline for GST filings to 4 JulyIssues with the IRD's online system have made it difficult for customers to file returns.28 Jun 12:52 AM
TaxIRD says sorry for GST glitchAccountants say there are problems with the Inland Revenue's online system.26 Jun 08:20 PM
TaxFuel queues: Motorists likely to have to wait to fill upMotorists eager to fill up before the petrol price spike will be rushing to the pumps.25 Jun 12:45 AM
TaxThe man who owed IRD $500m has diedTributes for the scourge of the taxman and subject of NZ's largest bankruptcy proceeding.03 Jun 05:00 AM
TaxGoogle claims another loss for NZInternet giant claims local loss, but will restructure affairs following tax criticism.30 May 12:10 AM
TaxWatson keeps tax dispute court file closedWatson's Cullen Group successfully opposes bid to open court file on $60m tax wrangle.23 May 11:37 PM
OpinionHolm: Complexities of tax on share gainsCOMMENT: Finding clear rules about obligations on trading profits proves hard.18 May 05:00 PM
OpinionLiam DannBrace yourself for petrol at $3 a litreAn inquiry into pricing might be a good thing - but petrol prices are only one way.12 May 05:00 PM