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Election 2026: your environmental and planning policy snapshot
03 November 2026
With voting closing on 7 November, the next government will set the direction for the new planning system, the future of fast-track consenting and climate policy settings. Our snapshot compares where the seven parties stand across five themes: planning law, fast-track consenting, infrastructure funding/planning, climate and the ETS, and adaptation and natural hazards. An at-a-glance matrix of seven yes/no questions is followed by theme-by-theme detail. We have drawn on party manifestos, policy announcements and public statements, current as at 3 November 2026.
KiwiSaver takes flight: policies this election
28 October 2026
Most political parties offering dedicated KiwiSaver policies this election have committed to some form of compulsion and increased contributions. This is a clear acknowledgement of KiwiSaver’s pivotal role in ensuring retirement preparedness. But ongoing reform should balance a range of factors including demographic equity, fiscal sustainability, workability for providers, impacts on existing employment arrangements, and the enduring roles of New Zealand Superannuation (NZ Super) and other workplace savings schemes. We summarise the reform options on offer in table format and provide some supporting commentary on how to help transform KiwiSaver into a truly fit-for-purpose retirement savings scheme for current and future generations.
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.
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Chapman Tripp advises InfraRed Capital Partners on acquisition of C3
03 November 2026
Chapman Tripp is delighted to have advised InfraRed Capital Partners (InfraRed) on its acquisition of C3 from Brookfield, providing integrated M&A and acquisition finance advice on the transaction.
Kylie Mutch recognised in NZ Lawyer’s Elite Women 2026 list
22 October 2026
We are thrilled that Chapman Tripp Partner Kylie Mutch has been recognised in NZ Lawyer’s 2026 Elite Women list.
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.
Podcasts (58)
27. The Auckland Harbour Bridge: From commission to construction
05 November 2026
This week, Sam and Hamish take a closer look at the Auckland Harbour Bridge – from the history behind one of New Zealand’s most recognisable landmarks to the authority established to commission and oversee its construction. They also explore the procurement model used to deliver the project, and what it reveals about the legal, commercial and public infrastructure thinking of the time
26. Project finance, global perspective
29 October 2026
This week, we’re joined by Cameron Watson, new partner at Chapman Tripp and a leading project finance specialist. Cameron advises on major infrastructure and energy projects, with a particular focus on renewables, and brings experience from New Zealand, Australia and New York. Before joining Chapman Tripp, he spent 10 years as a partner at White & Case in Sydney, and has worked on standout New Zealand deals including the Kowhai Park and Glorit solar farms, as well as the Christchurch Men’s Prison PPP.
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.