The law is a living system as it reflects the society it governs. New legislation is passed, existing legislation is amended, provisions substituted, and frameworks repealed and replaced. This is not a…
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The AI Era is Here
There’s a question I get asked a lot these days: are you worried about AI? And my honest answer is no, I’m genuinely, deeply excited, but I also understand why…
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Spark Legal scales in-house support with CoCounsel
About Spark and Spark Legal Spark New Zealand is New Zealand’s largest telecommunications and digital services company, delivering mobile, broadband, cloud, IT, and digital solutions to consumers, businesses, and government agencies. As a critical national infrastructure…
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The Expert’s Edge Special: Employment Law – the first major changes of 2026
2026 promises to be a year of multiple changes to employment legislation. The first wave of change broke in February. Overview The Employment Relations Amendment Act 2026 came into force on 21 February 2026 (the day after Royal assent). The preceding Bill began with this general policy statement: …
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Beyond the Hype: 2026 is the year AI has to prove itself.
The two forces reshaping every business – and the framework helping you lead through both. There’s a tension building in boardrooms, law firms, tax practices, and compliance teams across Australia.…
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The Expert’s Edge Special: New Zealand joins Budapest Convention on Cybercrime
On 30 July 2025, the Budapest Convention and Related Matters Legislation Amendment Act 2025 received Royal Assent, with most of the amendments coming into force on 1 October 2025. The amendments align New Zealand law with…
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How Westlaw Supports Community Law Centres in Achieving ‘Legal Access for All’
Community Law Centres Aotearoa – A Beacon of Justice Community Law Centres Aotearoa (CLCA) stands as a vital network across New Zealand, dedicated to ensuring access to justice for everyone. With 24 centres reaching over 120…
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The Expert’s Edge Special: The High Court (Improved Access to Civil Justice) Amendment Rules 2025 – now in force
The High Court (Improved Access to Civil Justice) Amendment Rules 2025 introduce major changes to the High Court Rules – in force from 1 January 2026. The new regime changes how ordinary proceedings will…
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An Update on the Licensing of Online Casino Gambling in New Zealand
The New Zealand Government is in the final stages of implementing an online casino gambling licensing system. The legislation is expected to be passed very shortly. The Minister has issued drafting instructions…
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Celebrating Excellence: Award-winning authors at Thomson Reuters
Thomson Reuters authors have always been the backbone of the great content published by Thomson Reuters. This has been recognised at this year’s JF Northey Memorial Book Award with congratulations…
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