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Climate-related disclosures: Insights and key takeaways from the FMA’s 2026 reviews
09 July 2026
We canvass recent updates from the FMA and XRB for climate-reporting entities, including key insights from the FMA’s 2026 review of climate-related disclosures and practical takeaways for CREs.
Financial services sector - Trends & insights 2026
08 July 2026
Our latest publication, Financial Services Sector: Trends & Insights 2026, is intended to help you navigate the continuing wave of regulatory change facing the sector, and to plan for the short to medium term with greater confidence.
Financial services sector - FMA priorities
08 July 2026
The FMA’s current priorities point to a more interventionist and outcomes-focused approach. While reducing unnecessary regulatory burden remains part of the conversation, firms should expect continued scrutiny in areas where customer harm, weak governance or poor market practices may arise.
Fintech, payment services and technology
08 July 2026
New Zealand’s payments and fintech landscape is entering a period of rapid change, with multiple reform programmes underway at once. The common themes are clear: modernising infrastructure, improving regulatory clarity and ensuring New Zealand keeps pace with international developments.
Wider regulatory changes affecting financial services
08 July 2026
Beyond the headline financial services reforms, firms should also keep an eye on a range of adjacent legal and regulatory developments. Taken together, these changes reinforce the need for a coordinated approach to regulatory change management across the business.
The FMA takes the lead on consumer lending
01 July 2026
The consumer lending elements of the “fit for purpose” financial services reforms come into force today. They include the licensing and fair dealing requirements and the transfer of the conduct regulator for credit role to the Financial Markets Authority (FMA), although the Commerce Commission will retain jurisdiction over the Fair Trading Act. We detail the changes.
FMA begins major review of custody regulation
25 June 2026
The Financial Markets Authority is seeking input on how New Zealand’s custody of assets regime should be updated to reflect market growth, outsourcing models, offshore custody chains and new technology. We outline the scope of the consultation and explore the likely directions of travel.
Commerce Amendment Bill - what changed, what didn't
15 June 2026
The Select Committee has reported back on the Commerce (Promoting Competition and Other Matters) Amendment Bill. While some meaningful improvements have been made, including removing a pro-competition regulation study power, limiting the SLC test change to mergers, and retaining section 46, significant concerns remain. The predatory pricing prohibition has been retained, and a new call-in power still represents a fundamental change to New Zealand's voluntary merger control regime. Our latest publication summarises the key changes and missed opportunities in the Select Committee's report
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Chapman Tripp advises Morrison on strategic partnership with Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank
08 July 2026
Chapman Tripp is acting as lead counsel for longstanding client Morrison, a leading global infrastructure investment manager, in connection with its ~US$2.0b+ long-term strategic partnership with Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Limited ("SuMiTB"), Japan's leading trust bank.
Chapman Tripp recognised in IP Stars 2026
09 June 2026
Chapman Tripp has been recognised in the Managing IP 'IP STARS 2026' rankings for New Zealand. The firm was ranked across a number of intellectual property practice areas, reflecting the breadth and strength of its IP practice. The firm’s rankings include Patent disputes, Trade mark disputes and Trade mark prosecution.
Chapman Tripp recognised in IAM Patent 1000 2026
08 June 2026
Chapman Tripp has again been recognised in the IAM Patent 1000 2026, with rankings for both patent prosecution and patent litigation, reflecting the strength of the firm’s full-service intellectual property practice.
Chapman Tripp advises Heartland on proposed merger with TSB Bank
08 June 2026
Chapman Tripp is pleased to have advised Heartland Group Holdings Limited on its proposed $620m merger of Heartland Bank with TSB Bank. The transaction will create TSB Heartland Bank, a new challenger bank with a strong regional focus, and New Zealand’s seventh largest bank by total New Zealand assets.
Chapman Tripp advises Jardine Matheson on A$3.4b acquisition of I-MED Radiology Network
05 June 2026
Chapman Tripp has advised Jardine Matheson on the New Zealand legal aspects of its agreement to acquire a 100% interest in I-MED Radiology Network for a total enterprise value of A$3.4b.
Chapman Tripp welcomes newly appointed Senior Associates
02 June 2026
Chapman Tripp is delighted to announce the promotion of Alexandra Bensemann, Doug Tang, Hamish Journeaux, James Watson and Stephanie Atkinson to Senior Associate.
Chapman Tripp advises TPG on Tāmaki Health acquisition
22 April 2026
Chapman Tripp has advised TPG, a leading global alternative asset manager, on its acquisition of Tāmaki Health Group, New Zealand’s largest independent primary healthcare provider.
Two Senior Associates recognised by NZ Lawyer as Future Legal Leaders
21 April 2026
We are delighted that Jayne O’Connell and Sophie Harker have been recognised as Future Legal Leaders by NZ Lawyer.
Podcasts (42)
11. Scaling renewable investment in New Zealand
08 July 2026
This week on The Special Conditions, we’re joined by Ed Hyde, Chief Transformation & Technology Officer at Genesis, to discuss the strategic evolution energy principals, developers and asset owners in New Zealand are now facing as they scale their energy pipelines. We explore the shift from early partnering models and one-off delivery approaches towards building the capability, frameworks and investment settings needed to support repeatable, long-term delivery at scale.
10. How capital markets are shaping infrastructure
01 July 2026
In this episode, Corporate Partner Rachel Dunne joins the podcast to discuss how capital markets influence infrastructure investment in New Zealand. The conversation explores whether New Zealand is an attractive market for global infrastructure investors, the key non-negotiables investors look for, whether IPOs are a realistic option for infrastructure assets, and the importance of bankability in getting projects off the ground. Rachel also shares practical insights on the legal and commercial issues shaping investment decisions in this space.
09. Cross-party backing for the National Infrastructure Plan
25 June 2026
This week on The Special Conditions, we unpack the Government’s response to the Infrastructure Commission’s National Infrastructure Plan. With 16 recommendations accepted, we look at the key themes shaping the future of infrastructure in New Zealand, including a stronger focus on maintenance, better reporting, more realistic planning around what the country can afford, and a greater role for private capital. We also discuss what it means that the plan has cross-party support, and why that matters for long-term delivery.
08. Alternative dispute resolution: Matching the process to the problem
17 June 2026
In this episode, Sam and Hamish discuss alternative dispute resolution in New Zealand’s construction and infrastructure sector. They explore why disputes arise so often on complex projects, why formal processes are not always the best answer, and practical options for resolving issues efficiently while keeping projects moving and relationships intact.
07. The cost of stopping: New report on the true cost of infrastructure delays
10 June 2026
This week, Hamish and Sam discuss The Cost of Stopping, a new report by economist Shamubeel Eaqub estimating that stop-start infrastructure decision-making has cost New Zealand taxpayers $11.8b over the past 25 years. They unpack where those costs lie, consider how international experience compares, and discuss reactions to the report and its recommendations.
06. Infrastructure, investment and Budget 2026
04 June 2026
This week, Hamish and Sam unpack the Government’s latest Budget and what it means in a time of economic uncertainty. They discuss the key infrastructure commitments, how the next few years may compare with the last, and whether the Budget sets a credible path forward. They also consider the Opposition’s response and the counterfactual: what might a Labour Government have done differently? A timely discussion on the choices shaping New Zealand’s economic future.
05. NZCIC: rules, risks, reality
27 May 2026
In this episode, Hamish and Sam take a closer look at the NZCIC guidelines and their ongoing relevance for the construction sector. They unpack what the guidelines are designed to achieve, the key issues they raise for principals, contractors, and consultants, and how they continue to shape expectations around procurement, contracting, and project delivery. They also discuss where the guidelines carry real practical weight, and where challenges can still arise in applying them on the ground.
04. Who pays when it goes wrong? Proportionate liability reform returns
20 May 2026
In this episode, Hamish and Sam break down the proposed law reform on proportionate liability, why it matters, and what could be addressed in the upcoming changes. They explore the current regime, what to expect from a possible amendment bill later this year, and the key question at the heart of the debate: who should be responsible when something goes wrong?