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No more “last man standing” in building cases
19 October 2026
While the timetable for replacing joint and several liability in the construction sector with proportionate liability for defective building work may be set back by the November 7 election, we expect that it will be pursued by the next government whatever its stripe. Anyone in the building industry should begin thinking now about the potential impacts for their organisation and how the new regime can best be implemented. To assist with this process, we summarise the detail of what is proposed and identify areas where we consider more work is required.
Changes to FMA licence conditions for market services, including consumer credit providers
14 October 2026
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) is proposing to consolidate standard conditions across licenced market services into a single set. The proposed changes will affect all businesses licensed by the FMA, to varying degrees. These proposals include introducing licence conditions for consumer credit providers. Submissions close on 11 December 2026. To assist, we have summarised the key changes.
More changes coming for Active Investor Plus visa
22 September 2026
The Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa pathway continues to develop, with significant changes taking effect on 28 September 2026. These changes will directly affect managed funds and direct investments under the Growth category of acceptable investments, introducing new requirements for deployment plans, strengthening oversight of acceptable investments, and further clarifying the distinction between Growth and Balanced category investments.
Capital markets reform gains pace
16 September 2026
Consultation has recently closed on an Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) discussion paper proposing a policy framework to revitalise New Zealand’s capital markets, both generally and across eight specific areas where regulatory change may be appropriate. Read our submissions.
Election 2026: Survey results, political responses and expert analysis
15 September 2026
What does business want from the next government, and how do the major parties respond? Explore the BusinessNZ Election Survey results and expert analysis from Deloitte and Chapman Tripp.
Two key AML/CFT developments for reporting entities
10 September 2026
FMA issues ‘could do better’ report on effective protection of client assets
09 September 2026
The Financial Markets Authority has delivered a ‘could do better’ report after surveying around 130 licensed financial advice and DIMS providers on their effective protection of client assets. The review found that, although the survey respondents were generally meeting their CMPS obligations for retail clients, there remain a number of areas for improvement.
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Chapman Tripp advises Lodestone Energy on landmark IPO
22 October 2026
Chapman Tripp is delighted to have advised Lodestone Energy on its initial public offering on the NZX, the first significant IPO on the exchange in five years and the first New Zealand listing centred on utility-scale solar generation.
Chapman Tripp welcomes newly appointed Special Counsel
13 October 2026
We are delighted to announce the promotion of Bridget Cameron, Jayne O’Connell, Nichola Hiatt and Sophie Harker to Special Counsel.
Chapman Tripp advises ANZCO Foods on its acquisition of Greenlea Group
02 October 2026
We are delighted to have advised ANZCO Foods on its $800m acquisition of Greenlea Group. This significant transaction brings together two established New Zealand red meat businesses with highly complementary geographic footprints, operations and capabilities, creating a larger, more resilient and more diversified business operating within New Zealand and globally.
Chapman Tripp advises StoneX on New Zealand expansion
21 September 2026
Chapman Tripp is pleased to have advised StoneX Financial Pty Ltd (StoneX), a subsidiary of StoneX Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SNEX), on all aspects of its expansion into New Zealand's retail commodity derivatives market.
Chapman Tripp bolsters project finance offering with partner appointment
17 September 2026
Chapman Tripp is strengthening its finance, infrastructure and energy sector capabilities with the appointment of Cameron Watson as a Partner. Cameron joins from White & Case, Sydney, where he was a partner for 10 years, advising on the project financing of major infrastructure and energy projects, with a particular focus on the renewable energy sector.
Chapman Tripp celebrated as a 5-Star Employer of Choice by NZ Lawyer
09 September 2026
We are delighted to have been recognised by NZ Lawyer as a 5-Star Employer of Choice for 2026.
Chapman Tripp promotes Jana Hitchcock to Special Counsel
04 September 2026
Chapman Tripp is delighted to announce the promotion of Jana Hitchcock to Special Counsel, reflecting her valued contribution to the firm and her significant structured finance expertise.
Chapman Tripp advises NZCR on majority investment by Advent International
21 August 2026
Chapman Tripp has advised NZCR on Advent International’s agreement to acquire a majority shareholding in the business.
Podcasts (56)
25. Personal Liability in Construction Cases
22 October 2026
This week, Sam and Hamish discuss personal liability in construction cases, using the new case of DTP Construction Ltd v Dobbe (2026) to illustrate the key principles. They explore liability in tort, when a duty of care may arise, and what this decision means for those involved in construction disputes.
24. John Green: A fireside chat with a ‘Hall of Fame’ adjudicator and arbitrator
16 October 2026
This week, we’re joined by John Green, one of New Zealand’s leading dispute resolution experts, who works on major building, construction and infrastructure disputes and brings more than 35 years’ experience to the field. With appointments in over 1,370 disputes, John is widely respected for his expertise as an arbitrator, adjudicator and mediator. He has also played a significant role in shaping the industry, including as founder of the Building Disputes Tribunal and the New Zealand Dispute Resolution Centre. In this episode, we discuss John’s career in dispute resolution, what makes a strong claim and response, and what happens after the determination.
23. Olympic infrastructure projects: don’t gold plate them
08 October 2026
How do Olympic venues keep opening on time when so many major projects run late? This episode examines the answer: fixed deadlines, tight scope control, fast decision-making and collaborative delivery models. We also look at Brisbane’s 2032 venue programme and ask what New Zealand can borrow from the Olympic playbook.
22. AI in legal practice: Risk, change and what comes next
24 September 2026
AI is evolving rapidly, and the conversation has already moved well beyond generative tools. Terms like “vibe coding” are entering the mainstream, while the prospect of superintelligent systems is no longer confined to science fiction. In this episode, Hamish is joined by Chapman Tripp’s Chief Digital Officer, Sean Bishop, to explore what is changing, what these developments mean in practice, and how increasingly capable AI may shape the way we work and live.
21. The Election Survey and Conference
17 September 2026
Hamish and Sam debrief after The Chapman Tripp and Deloitte Election Conference, hosted by BusinessNZ, which brought together senior politicians from across the political spectrum. They discuss the key themes at the conference and explore results from the accompanying Election Survey capturing priorities for New Zealand's future.
20. Litigation funding: Financing construction disputes
10 September 2026
In this episode, Hamish and Sam are joined by Jacob Kerkin from Omni Bridgeway to discuss litigation funding and its role in construction and infrastructure disputes. They explore what litigation funding involves, the types of cases that can be funded, and the future of litigation funding as a dispute resolution tool in New Zealand.
19. Is New Zealand building for tomorrow or settling for today?
02 September 2026
In this episode, Hamish and Sam are joined by Quintin Blackburn, Senior Principal in Project Delivery at Beca, to discuss short-term thinking in New Zealand's construction and infrastructure sector. They explore why short-termism persists despite its costs, the barriers to achieving genuine value for money, and how procurement and project delivery can be structured differently.
18. Building Nations 2026: Our reflections
26 August 2026
Systems is the buzz word of this week's podcast. Following the Building Nations conference, Hamish and Sam dig into key learnings from industry leaders and politicians on the conference floor – including views on how to prioritise value over cost, and the case for building bipartisan systems, not just a bipartisan pipeline.