High Court liquidation threat looms as ex-staff chase unpaid six-figure awards
“The economy drop of 35% has destroyed my companies,” he said. “I’m just a victim of a drop…
Kiwifruit labour companies run by Ajaypal Singh in liquidation allegedly owing $57m in unpaid tax
“It has been very stressful for me and my family,” Singh said, through an interpreter. Gurukirpa Contracting owed…
Auckland developer Andrew Montgomerie testifies at his wounding trial
Montgomerie, 58, has been on trial since last week, accused of wounding with reckless disregard for the safety…
Leaky St Lukes apartments repair costs jump, enforcement action targets unit owners for unpaid levies
The rising costs are compounded by stress and mental health concerns among some facing financial ruin. Dozens of…
Every cent you take: Sting, ex-Police bandmates in royalty battle
Sting, the trio’s bassist and singer, composed all their hits, from Roxanne to Message in a Bottle. Consequently,…
Long-standing Napier massage studio closes owing almost $200,000 in taxes
It is understood to have been shut for weeks. Hawke’s Bay Today has contacted the owner for comment.…
Architectural designer takes woman to Disputes Tribunal over unpaid invoice
But, she was caught by surprise when an invoice for $3450 arrived. The designer took the woman to…
Mathew David Linch jailed for strangling, assaulting Nelson woman over rent dispute
A member of the public stopped to help and drove the woman to safety, with Linch following until…
Hawke’s Bay: Rates arrears concern in Wairoa as amount owing doubles in one year
“Wairoa people are struggling in the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle and the flooding that resulted from the bar…
Lone Star Tauranga owner in liquidation as former staff claim thousands in unpaid holiday pay
She said it was “unfair” for the business to withhold holiday pay entitlements. “Our employer refuses to pay…