Tax policy news
The Minister of Revenue has today released the Government’s refreshed tax and social policy work programme. The work programme follows the strategic direction for revenue policy as set out in the Government's revenue strategy and continues the Government's focus on simplifying tax and reducing compliance costs, addressing integrity risks, improving fiscal sustainability, and increasing productivity, to support the rebuild of the economy.
The Minister of Revenue introduced the Taxation (Annual Rates for 2026–27, FBT Simplification, Foreign Investment Funds, and Remedial Measures) Bill into the House today.
New Zealand and the United Kingdom have signed a new double tax agreement (DTA) to replace the current agreement, which entered into force in 1984.
Budget night legislation has now been enacted. The Taxation (Budget Measures) Act 2026 contains the following measures:
The Minister of Revenue today introduced the Taxation (Budget Measures) Bill (No 3) into the House.
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Tax Working Group (2017–2019)
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