New Zealand tax news
AskColm has 9 articles tagged New Zealand, drawn from over 130 tax sources. The most recent is dated 22 October 2026.
Showing the latest 9.
Changes to taxpayer rulings determination applications
New Zealand IRD announces changes to how taxpayer ruling and determination applications are submitted, effective June 2026.
Mutual associations (including clubs and societies) - consultation
New Zealand's Inland Revenue is consulting on a draft operational statement covering the tax treatment of mutual associations, including clubs and societies. Feedback is open until 11 December 2026.
Reducing unintended refunds of provisional tax payments
New Zealand IRD announces measures to reduce unintended refunds arising from provisional tax payments.
New Zealand Introduces Motor Vehicle FBT Reform Bill
New Zealand has introduced a reform bill targeting fringe benefit tax (FBT) rules applicable to motor vehicles. The legislation aims to modernize how employer-provided vehicles are taxed, addressing concerns that current rules do not adequately reflect actual private use patterns…
Instalment arrangement issue fixed
New Zealand IRD resolved a technical issue preventing tax agents from establishing instalment arrangements for clients.
Fees Free will end without transitional arrangements
New Zealand Government confirms Fees Free scheme will end on 31 December 2026 with no transitional arrangements.
Australia and New Zealand GST Guides: Rates, Registration and Filing Requirements
A comparative guide covering GST frameworks in Australia and New Zealand, detailing applicable rates, registration thresholds, filing frequencies, and compliance requirements for domestic and foreign businesses. Australia's 10% GST and New Zealand's 15% GST systems are outlined, including rules for…
Inland Revenue Reconsults on a Range of “Current GST Issues”
New Zealand's Inland Revenue has opened a second round of consultation on several unresolved GST issues, revisiting proposals from an earlier discussion document. Topics under reconsideration include the GST treatment of certain financial services, mixed-use assets, and cross-border supplies. The…
Mandatory B2G e-invoicing in New Zealand is coming
New Zealand is moving toward mandatory business-to-government (B2G) e-invoicing, signalling a significant step in the country's digital tax administration agenda. The mandate will require suppliers transacting with government entities to submit invoices electronically through a standardised framework, likely based on…