Tax
Cooks tax amnesty questioned
A tax amnesty promised by the Cook Islands Prime Minister in a Christmas message will most likely require a law change to be properly administered.
Bill increasing CNMI betel nut tax defeated
A bill to increase the tax on imported betel nut has failed to pass the Northern Marianas House of Representatives.
New Caledonia tax reform stalled
A major New Caledonian party has condemned a rival faction for thwarting a tax reform due to come into effect next year.
Property incentives are in the spotlight again
Over the Tasman, property incentives are in the spotlight again. There are perennial complaints about distortions to the housing market by negative gearing and capital gains tax concessions. Audio
Tax - to cut or not to cut?
Tax expert Mark Keating talks about whether to cut or not cut taxes. Is it worth it either way? Audio
PNG Treasurer sounds conciliatory note with forestry sector
Papua New Guinea's Eco-Forestry Forum has welcomed the government's move to raise a tax on log exports.
Tech news: Amazon down under and the rise of the chatbot
This week, the giant retailer Amazon looks like it could be coming to Australia. Meanwhile, you might soon have to pay GST on all the goods you buy online, not just purchases of digital goods… Audio
Online taxing issues
An online shopper is questioning what happens to the GST and Customs duty charged on purchases from overseas when the goods are returned. Barb bought two items of clothing from the United States. She… Audio
Vanuatu told to get more info before tax changes
Vanuatu has been told more information should be obtained before the government goes ahead with plans for income tax.
Still 'no' on Goff's call for Auckland fuel tax
A change of mayor in Auckland has not changed the government's opposition to a regional fuel tax.
Trump a 'genius' for minimising tax - advisor
One of Donald Trump's senior advisors says the presidential candidate's use of the US tax system demonstrates his genius in business matters.
India tax evasion amnesty uncovers hidden billions
A tax evasion amnesty in India has prompted people to declare more than NZ$13 billion in undeclared income and assets.
More big businesses to be monitored by IRD
The Inland Revenue Department is boosting its scrutiny of taxes paid by big business.
Netflix tax
Tax expert Mark Keating talks about the "Netflix" tax on internet sales. Audio
Authorities working out how to implement GST
The goods and services tax will be imposed on electronic products such as music tracks, movies, or software bought online from foreign companies from tomorrow. Audio
New digital GST coming into effect on October 1
A new goods and services tax of 15 percent on digital items comes into effect from tomorrow. Audio
Maori Women's Welfare league in $30,000 tax bill dispute
The Maori Women's Welfare League national conference starts today in Auckland, with a row over a tax bill threatening to derail the usually collegial atmosphere. Audio
How fair is our tax system?
All New Zealanders are Equal, but some are more equal than others'. It's the title of the 2016 Bruce Jesson lecture, which is being delivered by Lisa Marriott - an Associate Professor of Taxation at… Audio
Proposed tax rules could make NZ innovators less competitive
A proposed change to the taxing of employee share schemes may deter the start up of technology companies in this country, according to an industry group. Audio
Act hits out at National's 'socialist streak'
The Government's coalition partner Act says the John Key led National Government is no longer hiding its socialist streak - it's bragging about it. Audio
