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Company law and the Commerce Act

Company law and the Companies Act, set out the rules and regulations around forming and operating a New Zealand company. The Commerce Act protects and promotes market competition. This is an introduction to these laws.

Obligations as a company director Opens in a new window

Are you even eligible to be one? It is essential that you are aware of your responsibilities before you become a director. Find out what duties you owe to the company, to its shareholders, and to others dealing with the company so you can uphold the requirements under the Companies Act 1993.

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Trusts and Charitable Trust Boards Opens in a new window

An overview of the structure and operation of Trusts and Charitable Trust Boards. It explains the laws that apply to all Trusts and Charitable Trusts Boards; including any duties, requirements and liabilities.

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Setting up trusts for Maori Landowners Opens in a new window (PDF)

A guide for Màori landowners who want to set up a trust. It outlines the five types of Maori Landowner trusts included in Part XII of Te Ture Whenua Maori Act 1993. It provides guidance on setting up a trust, including how to apply to the Maori Land Court, nomination of a Trustee, how to amend a trust, and terminating a trust.

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