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KiwiSaver tax-take comment a case of the glass is half empty

5 November 2008

The Association promoting workplace superannuation in New Zealand says it is generally comfortable with the framework for taxation of investment savings currently in place.

National Party “removes KiwiSaver uncertainty”

9 October 2008

The Association promoting workplace superannuation in New Zealand says the National Party's plans for KiwiSaver allays fears the scheme would be rendered unattractive under a National Government.

Financial Adviser Bill changes ‘provide certainty for employers’

24 September 2008

The Association promoting workplace superannuation in New Zealand says it is pleased the Government is providing more certainty for employers through the Financial Advisers Bill, passed under urgency on 24 September.

Offsetting Employer KiwiSaver Contributions

12 September 2008

On 3 September a rushed amendment to the Employment Relations Act was passed that impacts on every employer offsetting their contributions to KiwiSaver within the remuneration package paid to employees.   The prospect of total remuneration arrangements being under threat had been signalled as long ago as July - what had not been anticipated had been the lack of consultation that occurred with the wording of the amendments made, and the possible far reaching implications.