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Upcoming Changes to LIM Reports
From mid-October 2025, significant changes to Land Information Memoranda (LIMs) will come into effect, reshaping how natural hazard information is disclosed to property buyers and owners.
Wills Month: Do You Have an Up to Date Will?
Do you have a Will? When was the last time you updated it? September is National Wills Month in New Zealand, a timely reminder to ensure your estate planning is up to date.
Partnership with 45South Foundation
45South Foundation’s mission is to inspire and promote long-term giving in the Wakatipu region, through connecting people with causes that matter to them.
Health and Safety Reforms Incoming
The Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety, Brooke van Velden, recently announced a suite of reforms to the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (HSWA) that Cabinet has agreed to progress. Further details regarding the reforms are expected over the coming months. Legislation to enable the reforms is intended to be introduced before the end of the year and passed in early 2026.
Senior Promotions in the team
Todd & Walker Law is proud to announce the promotion of Ashley Dawson-Swale to Senior Associate, and Molly Beauchamp, Atlanta Stewart and Tessa Marchand to Senior Registered Legal Executives.
Waitaki District Council Proposed District Plan – Submissions Now Open
The Waitaki District Council has notified its Proposed District Plan (PDP), setting in motion a comprehensive overhaul of the district’s planning framework.