Business Law Library & Tracker
Licences, Permits & Registrations
Business permissions, professional registration and regulated activities.
Sources last reviewed 28 July 2026
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96
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Main lawNew Zealand
Animal Products Act 1999
1999 No 93
PriorityIn force11 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Food & Product ComplianceRegulatory ComplianceDebt Recovery, Guarantees & SecurityLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
Biosecurity Act 1993
1993 No 95
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Food & Product ComplianceEnvironment, Waste & PollutionLicences, Permits & RegistrationsAgriculture, Farming & Rural BusinessTransport, Shipping & LogisticsImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
Building Act 2004
2004 No 72
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Construction & TradesPlanning, Building & Local ApprovalsContractors & Worker StatusCommercial Leases, Rent & OutgoingsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & Remedies
Main lawNew Zealand
Charities Act 2005
2005 No 39
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Not-for-Profits & CharitiesRegulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsCharities, Clubs & Member Governance
Main lawNew Zealand
Copyright Act 1994
1994 No 143
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IP & Brand ProtectionContracts & CommercialAdvertising, Marketing & PromotionsCopyright, Software & Digital ContentLicences, Permits & Registrations
Main lawNew Zealand
Customer and Product Data Act 2025
2025 No 14
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Privacy & DataDigital & EcommerceFinance, Payments & SecurityLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDigital Identity & Electronic TransactionsStandards, Accreditation & CertificationConsumer Complaints & Dispute Resolution
Main lawNew Zealand
Designs Act 1953
1953 No 65
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IP & Brand ProtectionFood & Product ComplianceContractors & Worker StatusTrade Marks, Passing Off & BrandingCopyright, Software & Digital ContentLicences, Permits & Registrations
Main lawNew Zealand
Incorporated Societies Act 2022
2022 No 12
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Not-for-Profits & CharitiesRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesCharities, Clubs & Member Governance
Main lawNew Zealand
Patents Act 2013
2013 No 68
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IP & Brand ProtectionContracts & CommercialContractors & Worker StatusRestraints, Confidentiality & Trade SecretsCopyright, Software & Digital ContentLicences, Permits & Registrations
Main lawNew Zealand
Personal Property Securities Act 1999
1999 No 126
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Finance, Payments & SecurityContracts & CommercialDebt Recovery, Guarantees & SecurityLicences, Permits & Registrations
Main lawNew Zealand
Plumbers, Gasfitters, and Drainlayers Act 2006
2006 No 74
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Construction & TradesRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsWorkplace Investigations & MisconductStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012
2012 No 120
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Food & Product ComplianceRegulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsHospitality, Alcohol & Gambling
Main lawNew Zealand
Trade Marks Act 2002
2002 No 49
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IP & Brand ProtectionTrade Marks, Passing Off & BrandingLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesFranchising, Distribution & DealershipsImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
Main lawNew Zealand
Motor Vehicle Sales Act 2003
2003 No 12
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Consumer Law & TradingRegulatory ComplianceDebt Recovery, Guarantees & SecurityLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesFranchising, Distribution & DealershipsConsumer Complaints & Dispute Resolution
Main lawNew Zealand
Private Security Personnel and Private Investigators Act 2010
2010 No 115
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Regulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & Notifications
Main lawNew Zealand
Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Act 1990
1990 No 108
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Regulatory ComplianceAdvertising, Marketing & PromotionsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesEnvironmental Consents & WasteHospitality, Alcohol & GamblingStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
Financial Service Providers (Registration and Dispute Resolution) Act 2008
2008 No 97
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Finance, Payments & SecurityRegulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesFinancial Services, Credit & PaymentsConsumer Complaints & Dispute Resolution
Main lawNew Zealand
Secondhand Dealers and Pawnbrokers Act 2004
2004 No 70
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Regulatory ComplianceProduct Safety, Labelling & RecallsLicences, Permits & Registrations
Main lawNew Zealand
Wine Act 2003
2003 No 114
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Food & Product ComplianceRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceProduct Safety, Labelling & RecallsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines Act 1997
1997 No 87
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Food & Product ComplianceRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesAgriculture, Farming & Rural BusinessHealthcare & Regulated ProfessionsImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsAnimals, Food & Agricultural Products
Main lawNew Zealand
Civil Aviation Act 2023
2023 No 10
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Regulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsFinancial Services, Credit & PaymentsInsurance Policies & ClaimsHealthcare & Regulated ProfessionsTransport, Shipping & LogisticsHospitality, Alcohol & GamblingStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
Gambling Act 2003
2003 No 51
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Regulatory ComplianceAdvertising, Marketing & PromotionsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesFinancial Services, Credit & PaymentsHospitality, Alcohol & Gambling
Main lawNew Zealand
Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003
2003 No 48
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Regulatory ComplianceContractors & Worker StatusAdvertising, Marketing & PromotionsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsHealthcare & Regulated ProfessionsTelecommunications, Media & Content
Main lawNew Zealand
Land Transfer Act 2017
2017 No 30
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Commercial Leases & PropertyRegulatory ComplianceDebt Recovery, Guarantees & SecurityLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & Remedies
Main lawNew Zealand
Medicines Act 1981
1981 No 118
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Food & Product ComplianceRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLiquidation & RestructuringAdvertising, Marketing & PromotionsProduct Safety, Labelling & RecallsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesHealthcare & Regulated ProfessionsImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
National Animal Identification and Tracing Act 2012
2012 No 2
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Food & Product ComplianceRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLiquidation & RestructuringLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesAgriculture, Farming & Rural BusinessTransport, Shipping & LogisticsImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
Real Estate Agents Act 2008
2008 No 66
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Regulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceBusiness Sales & AcquisitionsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsWorkplace Investigations & Misconduct
Main lawNew Zealand
Animal Welfare Act 1999
1999 No 142
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Regulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesTransport, Shipping & LogisticsImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsAnimals, Food & Agricultural Products
Main lawNew Zealand
Psychoactive Substances Act 2013
2013 No 53
PriorityIn force12 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Food & Product ComplianceRegulatory ComplianceWorkplace Health & SafetyAdvertising, Marketing & PromotionsProduct Safety, Labelling & RecallsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesEnvironmental Consents & WasteImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
Main lawNew Zealand
Radiation Safety Act 2016
2016 No 6
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Regulatory ComplianceContractors & Worker StatusDirectors' Duties & GovernanceData Breaches & CybersecurityLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesEnvironmental Consents & WasteImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
Main lawNew Zealand
Veterinarians Act 2005
2005 No 126
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Regulatory ComplianceAdvertising, Marketing & PromotionsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsHealthcare & Regulated ProfessionsAnimals, Food & Agricultural Products
Main lawNew Zealand
Auctioneers Act 2013
2013 No 148
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Consumer Law & TradingRegulatory ComplianceContractors & Worker StatusLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
Main lawNew Zealand
Road User Charges Act 2012
2012 No 1
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Finance, Payments & SecurityRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsTransport, Shipping & Logistics
Main lawNew Zealand
Trusts Act 2019
2019 No 38
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Not-for-Profits & CharitiesRegulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesFinancial Services, Credit & Payments
Main lawNew Zealand
Imports and Exports (Restrictions) Act 1988
1988 No 157
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Regulatory ComplianceWorkplace Health & SafetyProduct Safety, Labelling & RecallsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesFinancial Services, Credit & PaymentsEnvironmental Consents & WasteInsurance Policies & ClaimsTransport, Shipping & LogisticsImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsTelecommunications, Media & Content
Main lawNew Zealand
Land Transport Act 1998
1998 No 110
PriorityIn force14 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Regulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesTransport, Shipping & LogisticsImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
Main lawNew Zealand
Public Works Act 1981
1981 No 35
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Planning, Building & Local ApprovalsRegulatory ComplianceBusiness Sales & AcquisitionsCommercial Leases, Rent & OutgoingsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
Trade in Endangered Species Act 1989
1989 No 18
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Regulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
Main lawNew Zealand
Deposit Takers Act 2023
2023 No 35
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Finance, Payments & SecurityRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLiquidation & RestructuringLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesFinancial Services, Credit & PaymentsStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
Kiwifruit Industry Restructuring Act 1999
1999 No 95
PriorityIn force5 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Regulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLiquidation & RestructuringAdvertising, Marketing & PromotionsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsAnimals, Food & Agricultural Products
Main lawNew Zealand
Major Events Management Act 2007
2007 No 35
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IP & Brand ProtectionRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceAdvertising, Marketing & PromotionsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsCharities, Clubs & Member GovernanceTransport, Shipping & LogisticsTelecommunications, Media & Content
Main lawNew Zealand
New Zealand Business Number Act 2016
2016 No 16
PriorityIn force5 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Digital & EcommerceRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsBusiness Identity, Registers & FilingsDigital Identity & Electronic Transactions
Main lawNew Zealand
Radiocommunications Act 1989
1989 No 148
PriorityIn force7 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Digital & EcommerceRegulatory ComplianceDebt Recovery, Guarantees & SecurityLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & Remedies
Main lawNew Zealand
Registered Architects Act 2005
2005 No 38
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Construction & TradesRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceAdvertising, Marketing & PromotionsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsWorkplace Investigations & MisconductStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
Social Workers Registration Act 2003
2003 No 17
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Regulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesWorkplace Investigations & Misconduct
Main lawNew Zealand
Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition Act 1997
1997 No 60
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Regulatory ComplianceProduct Safety, Labelling & RecallsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
Main lawNew Zealand
Arms Act 1983
1983 No 44
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Regulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsCharities, Clubs & Member GovernanceImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsTelecommunications, Media & ContentStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
Building Research Levy Act 1969
1969 No 23
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Construction & TradesRegulatory ComplianceRestraints, Confidentiality & Trade SecretsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsCharities, Clubs & Member GovernanceConstruction Contracts & Payment
Main lawNew Zealand
Climate Change Response Act 2002
2002 No 40
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Environment, Waste & PollutionRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsEnvironmental Consents & WasteAgriculture, Farming & Rural BusinessNatural Hazards, Climate & Resilience
Main lawNew Zealand
Dairy Industry Restructuring Act 2001
2001 No 51
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Consumer Law & TradingRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLiquidation & RestructuringLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesAgriculture, Farming & Rural BusinessImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsTelecommunications, Media & ContentAnimals, Food & Agricultural Products
Main lawNew Zealand
Fast-track Approvals Act 2024
2024 No 56
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Planning, Building & Local ApprovalsRegulatory ComplianceRestraints, Confidentiality & Trade SecretsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsEnvironmental Consents & WasteTelecommunications, Media & Content
Main lawNew Zealand
Forestry Rights Registration Act 1983
1983 No 42
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Commercial Leases & PropertyRegulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsAgriculture, Farming & Rural BusinessImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987
1987 No 174
PriorityIn force8 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Regulatory ComplianceContractors & Worker StatusLicences, Permits & RegistrationsConsumer Complaints & Dispute Resolution
Main lawNew Zealand
Plant Variety Rights Act 2022
2022 No 61
PriorityIn force8 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
IP & Brand ProtectionRegulatory ComplianceRestraints, Confidentiality & Trade SecretsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
Main lawNew Zealand
Postal Services Act 1998
1998 No 2
PriorityIn force8 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Digital & EcommerceRegulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & Notifications
Main lawNew Zealand
Ship Registration Act 1992
1992 No 89
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Regulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLiquidation & RestructuringDebt Recovery, Guarantees & SecurityLicences, Permits & RegistrationsFinancial Services, Credit & PaymentsTransport, Shipping & Logistics
Main lawNew Zealand
Venture Capital Fund Act 2019
2019 No 76
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Companies & StartupsRegulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
Insurance Intermediaries Act 1994
1994 No 41
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Finance, Payments & SecurityRegulatory ComplianceLiquidation & RestructuringLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsFinancial Services, Credit & PaymentsInsurance Policies & ClaimsTelecommunications, Media & Content
Main lawNew Zealand
Co-operative Companies Act 1996
1996 No 24
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Companies & StartupsRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceShareholders & Company ControlLicences, Permits & RegistrationsAgriculture, Farming & Rural Business
Main lawNew Zealand
Financial Markets Authority Act 2011
2011 No 5
PriorityIn force7 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Regulatory ComplianceRestraints, Confidentiality & Trade SecretsDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesFinancial Services, Credit & PaymentsImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
Main lawNew Zealand
Geographical Indications Registration Act 2006
2006 No 60
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IP & Brand ProtectionRegulatory ComplianceTrade Marks, Passing Off & BrandingProduct Safety, Labelling & RecallsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
Infrastructure Funding and Financing Act 2020
2020 No 47
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Planning, Building & Local ApprovalsRegulatory ComplianceCommercial Leases, Rent & OutgoingsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsEnvironmental Consents & Waste
Main lawNew Zealand
Occupiers' Liability Act 1962
1962 No 31
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Commercial Leases & PropertyRegulatory ComplianceContractors & Worker StatusWorkplace Health & SafetyCommercial Leases, Rent & OutgoingsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
Main lawNew Zealand
Ozone Layer Protection Act 1996
1996 No 40
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Environment, Waste & PollutionRegulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsEnvironmental Consents & WasteImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Main lawNew Zealand
Trans-Tasman Proceedings Act 2010
2010 No 108
PriorityIn force7 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Contracts & CommercialRegulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & Remedies
Main lawNew Zealand
Valuers Act 1948
1948 No 63
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Finance, Payments & SecurityRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceAdvertising, Marketing & PromotionsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesWorkplace Investigations & Misconduct
Main lawNew Zealand
Wildlife Act 1953
1953 No 31
PriorityIn force10 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Environment, Waste & PollutionRegulatory ComplianceContractors & Worker StatusDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesTransport, Shipping & LogisticsImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
Main lawNew Zealand
Fire and Emergency New Zealand Act 2017
2017 No 17
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Regulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesFinancial Services, Credit & PaymentsInsurance Policies & ClaimsTelecommunications, Media & Content
Main lawNew Zealand
Insolvency Practitioners Regulation Act 2019
2019 No 29
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Insolvency & RestructuringRegulatory ComplianceDirectors' Duties & GovernanceShareholders & Company ControlLiquidation & RestructuringLicences, Permits & RegistrationsImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsWorkplace Investigations & Misconduct
Main lawNew Zealand
Trespass Act 1980
1980 No 65
PriorityIn force8 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Commercial Leases & PropertyRegulatory ComplianceContractors & Worker StatusLicences, Permits & Registrations
Main lawNew Zealand
Water Services Act 2021
2021 No 36
PriorityIn force12 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Regulatory ComplianceWorkplace Health & SafetyLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesEnvironmental Consents & WasteImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsStandards, Accreditation & CertificationConsumer Complaints & Dispute Resolution
Main lawNew Zealand
Health Act 1956
1956 No 65
PriorityIn force7 practical checks · checked 28 July 2026
Food & Product ComplianceRegulatory ComplianceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsRecords, Reporting & NotificationsEnvironmental Consents & WasteHealthcare & Regulated ProfessionsImport, Export, Sanctions & CustomsStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Cases
Employment Court of New Zealand[2025] NZEmpC 344 Mar 2025
Xu v Pioneer Education and Immigration Services Group Ltd
Employers must be careful when dismissing staff, especially where the dismissal is found to be unjustified. Compensation for lost earnings, emotional harm, and...
Employment & WorkplaceRegulatory ComplianceWages, Leave & PayrollDismissal, Redundancy & GrievancesLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesHealthcare & Regulated ProfessionsImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
Employment Court of New Zealand[2025] NZEmpC 217 Jan 2024
Young v Port of Tauranga Ltd
Employers must comply with government vaccination orders and apply them fairly to affected roles. If an employee claims an exemption, the employer should check its...
Employment & WorkplaceRegulatory ComplianceDismissal, Redundancy & GrievancesDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsStandards, Accreditation & Certification
Supreme Court of New Zealand[2017] NZSC 17522 Nov 2017
Anna Elizabeth Osborne and Sonya Lynne Rockhouse v Worksafe New Zealand
Keep two tracks separate after a serious workplace event. One track is victim support, compensation, apologies and practical assistance. The other is the...
Regulatory ComplianceContractors & Worker StatusDismissal, Redundancy & GrievancesWorkplace Health & SafetyDirectors' Duties & GovernanceLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesFinancial Services, Credit & PaymentsInsurance Policies & Claims
Supreme Court of New Zealand[2016] NZSC 5311 May 2016
Sportzone Motorcycles Limited (in liquidation) and Motor Trade Finances Limited v Commerce Commission
The practical lesson from this case is to build each fee from the event that triggers it. If a fee is charged when a loan is set up, the business should be able to...
Dismissal, Redundancy & GrievancesShareholders & Company ControlLiquidation & RestructuringDebt Recovery, Guarantees & SecurityLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesFinancial Services, Credit & PaymentsImport, Export, Sanctions & Customs
Supreme Court of New Zealand[2014] NZSC 1378 Oct 2014
Chuan Wu v Body Corporate 366611 and Theta Management Limited
If your business owns or occupies premises in a unit title development, do not treat access control as just an operational issue. It is tied to property rights,...
Commercial Leases & PropertyDismissal, Redundancy & GrievancesData Breaches & CybersecurityCommercial Leases, Rent & OutgoingsLicences, Permits & RegistrationsDisputes, Enforcement & RemediesFinancial Services, Credit & PaymentsInsurance Policies & Claims