Tax policy news
Inland Revenue has published its Long-term Insights Briefing 2026. This LTIB explores how New Zealand’s tax system can adapt to long-term fiscal pressures from an ageing population.
A second Amendment Paper to the Taxation (Annual Rates for 2025–26, Compliance Simplification, and Remedial Measures) Bill was released by the Minister of Revenue on 25 March 2026.
An Amendment Paper to the Taxation (Annual Rates for 2025–26, Compliance Simplification, and Remedial Measures) Bill was released by the Minister of Revenue on 19 March 2026.
The Taxation (Annual Rates for 2025–26, Compliance Simplification, and Remedial Measures) Bill, introduced on 26 August 2025, was reported back to the House on 9 March 2026.
Information releases
View the latest information releases available (includes Cabinet papers, minutes, and key supporting papers for tax policy related decisions) and titles of advice Inland Revenue provided to the Minister of Revenue's office each month.
Tax Working Group (2017–2019)
For the terms of reference, news, reports, and other information see the Tax Working Group website.