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The FBT prescribed rate of interest is rising, mileage gets a rethink and residency stays grey in our September 2026 New Zealand Tax Talk.

Tax Talk | September 2026 | Baker Tilly Staples Rodway The FBT prescribed rate of interest is rising, mileage gets a rethink and residency stays grey in our September 2026 New Zealand Tax Talk.

Bellyful NZ is a big support to many Kiwis in times of need – and now its financial reporting has also been applauded.

The charity delivers free meals to families with babies and young children who are without a support network. Earlier this month it was named winner of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand 2026 NZ For Purpose Reporting Awards “Tier 3” category, which we sponsor.

Congratulations to Bellyful and all the other winners and commended entries!

Pictured at the awards are Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Auckland's Jason Daubney and Megan Barwell with representatives from Bellyful. Photos: Roshan Nama

https://www.charteredaccountantsanz.com/news-and-analysis/news/new-zealand-for-purpose-reporting-awards-2026

Big cyber incidents make headlines, but the takeaway is simple: Cyber risk is real. Our Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Taranaki IT Services team answers the questions businesses ask when incidents happen – and explains how a managed approach can help reduce risk and impact.

Common questions about cyber risk | Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Some questions business owners ask when cyber incidents occur, and how a practical, managed approach to your IT can reduce both risk and impact.

Why do many Kiwi business owners seek help too late? And what mistakes can directors make when trying to cover costs? Licensed insolvency specialist Tony Maginness shares his insights on these questions and more.

Tony Maginness: Insights from an insolvency specialist | Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Tony Maginness talks about the potential downside of business optimism, a mistake some directors make when trying to cover operating costs, and more…

Last Friday, members of our Auckland team traded spreadsheets for secret codes at Escapade NZ, teaming up with Beta Alpha Psi - The University of Auckland Chapter for an evening of networking, quick thinking and friendly competition. It was fun to connect with the students outside of the usual formal setting and we’d like to thank Beta Alpha Psi for having us, and everyone who came along and made it such an enjoyable evening.

Congratulations to Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Tauranga accountants Luke Hanna, Sam Gordon and Karen Brock, and former director Eric Coleman.

The four were recognised at the recent Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) Bay of Plenty Gala Dinner.

Luke and Sam achieved their Chartered Accountant qualification, reflecting their hard work, commitment and dedication. Karen and Eric each received certificates to mark their respective 25- and 60-year CA ANZ memberships. Karen has made an outstanding contribution to our Tauranga team and clients, while Eric retired in 2001 after 35 years with the firm. He mentored many aspiring Chartered Accountants, including Karen.

With a growing number of baby boomer business owners reaching retirement age, we’ll likely see a significant increase in businesses coming to the market over the coming years.

For prospective buyers, this represents the opportunity to purchase a successful business, using the due diligence process to ensure that you make a sound investment decision. Here are some of the main considerations…

Doing due diligence before buying a business | Baker Tilly Staples Rodway These due diligence considerations will help ensure that you’re not exposed to hidden issues and costly surprises when buying a business.

What do you say to your customers when times are tough? Here's what Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Taranaki marketing manager Sarah Ellem says you should keep front and centre when considering marketing messages – starting with tuning in to your customers’ needs.

Should your marketing messages change in this economic climate? | Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Rethinking your marketing messages in today’s economic environment is something all business owners should be doing...

Students, we’re sometimes asked what a career in accounting looks like and whether it differs to what you’ve learned at university. Here’s a Q&A covering what accountants do, your prospective concerns about whether AI might replace those roles, the benefits of working for a mid-tier network, the big myth about “bean counters” and more!

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What does an accountant do? Life at a mid-tier network | Baker Tilly Staples Rodway A Q&A covering what accountants do, the benefits of working for a mid-tier network, the big myth about “bean counters”, and more!

Have you considered a career in accounting? It’s more varied, people-focused and dynamic than many people realise!

Although Lily Sharp majored in Accounting and Marketing, she had dismissed the thought of a corporate career, thinking it would be dull.

Then she found her tribe at Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Christchurch and now she’s thriving as an accountant. “I find it interesting, listening to clients and how they want to grow their businesses. Every day is different,” she says.

Read Lily's full story: https://bakertillysr.nz/news/from-lipstick-to-ledgers/