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Masala boss remains behind bars for tax evasion and money laundering
Money was sent around the world and laundered through foreign exchange and forex trading.
Everything you've ever wanted to know about taxes but were too afraid to ask
Tax can be confusing – it seems to have its own special language. So let's clear that up.
No plea yet for Mark Bryers as he remains in custody
The infamous Kiwi businessman is accused of helping to structure an Australian tax scam.
More arrests over 2.2 million cigarette bust, syndicate suspected
A shipment from Malaysia had 2.2 million cigarettes hidden inside stacks of metal frames.
Masala case: Jailed Auckland restaurant boss appeals sentence
Some $6.5 million in primarily cash sales were concealed.
Home detention for businessman in $537k tobacco tax fraud
An inspection by Biosecurity NZ found a container with smokes hidden inside boxes of food.
Court battle to decide if GST affects theft sentencing
A legal wrangle on whether GST applies to theft of an iPhone has reached Court of Appeal.
Mark Bryers in custody over $18m tax fraud allegations
Ex NZ businessman accused of helping underworld-connected construction boss set up scam.
Tax boomer's wealth: How NZ can close the generational gap
This decade, boomers will die en masse - policymakers can't ignore the opportunity.
Inside Mark Bryers' arrest and his 'cunning plan'
A dozen people were arrested in the Gold Coast and Sydney raids, including Mark Bryers.
Troy Bowker: Why Labour must rule out the possibility of a wealth tax
COMMENT: Should an additional 1 per cent tax be imposed on those with over $1m wealth?
Eric Watson's Cullen Group abandons $112m tax appeal, related party debts revealed
The Cullen Group has abandoned its appeal against a $112 million tax judgment.
Kidicorp's charity metamorphosis raises tax questions
Kidicorp founders sell business to related-party charity - and collect $332m tax-free.
Discharged without conviction: Judge clears Pie Face pair
Selling pies to Kiwis — what could possibly go wrong?
Green Party backs guaranteed minimum income of $325/week
Greens launch first major policy ahead of the Sept. 19 election.
Tax on legal cannabis industry worth $490m to Govt
Legalisation of the drug will be put to the vote in a non-binding referendum in September.
Eric Watson moves into $10m Kensington townhouse
Embattled businessman moves into $10m Kensington townhouse.
Restaurant boss jailed for tax evasion and money laundering
Investigations found widespread, systemic tax evasion by those at the Masala group.
Financial secrecy index: How corporate giants avoid NZ tax
New Zealand's ethical standing is not that impressive, writes Oxfam's Joanna Spratt.
Airbnb hosts face IRD crackdown: Why Airbnb backs bed taxes, data-sharing
Online accommodation market meets mayors to push for nationwide regulation.
Australia's ban on cash payments above $10K attacked
Ban seen as thin end of the wedge. Comes as Reserve Bank reviews use of cash.
Turia Pitt reveals huge tax office blunder and other business stuff-ups
Turia Pitt is an inspirational women – but she isn't immune to huge stuff-ups at work.
Kiwi businessman loses mum, then faces battle with New York
A Kiwi businessman faced a tough battle after losing his mother.
Jim Rose: All we need right now is a carbon tax
COMMENT: One swift move removes the politics and leaves the market to do the lifting.
Judge refuses to halt liquidation process for Eric Watson's Cullen Group
Eric Watson has lost the latest round in his battle with the IRD.
'Persistent and premeditated': Baker jailed for hiding $6.5m of sales from IRD
The baker failed to declare some $6.5 million in cash sales.
IRD's crackdown on hidden economy 'five years late' - tax expert
IRD now better placed to tackle New Zealand's "hidden economy", tax experts says.
Diana Clement: Why it's so hard to get your money out of Kiwisaver
COMMENT: Early withdrawal should be a last resort.
Airbnb nightmare: Apartment owners bring in drug dogs
The first legal challenges by body corporates against Airbnb hosts in NZ are not far off.
Small business sweetener: Govt makes $80m small business tax changes
Businesses will be able to deduct the loss made on an investment from their tax bill.
Andrew Dickeson: Time to lower tax rates on sustainable investments
COMMENT: A government serious about climate change should subsidise solutions.