In the mood for maroon?

Frequently associated with intensity, strength, responsibility, confidence, power and thoughtfulness, maroon, that rich, very dark shade of red, can turn any interior into a modern masterpiece.

The versatility of maroon, derived from the French word for chestnut, makes it a popular choice for high fashion, interior design or graphic design. For interior opulence, it can add a sense of warmth and works well as an accent colour, combining easily with dusty pinks, cool greys, nudes, gold and charcoal.

Homeowners seeking a bold interior presence should look to maroon for retro luxury or, alternatively, classic elegance.

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Tax issues

WynyardWoodConsultant, RICHARD OSBORNE, provides advice on negotiating the IRD website.

Tax – its a mystery to many but it needn’t be, at least in the headline sense, and the internet is key to this.

There is, of course, the main IRD website which deals with a huge range of mainly compliance issues. Outside compliance, the first port of call is the IRD media centre, media.ird.govt.nz where the IRD publishes what it considers news for taxpayers.

This is a very useful current snapshot of IRD concerns. Current information includes the IRD moving towards a short process for tax disputes and noting its further investigations into undeclared income in the hospitality industry.

The second port of call is that part of the IRD called tax policy, see tax. policy.ird.govt.nz.

This looks to the future and is where the ideas for changes and refinements to the New Zealand tax system first come into view from the IRD perspective.

Two parts of the site are particularly useful. First, you can see what is on the current work programme. Some of the topics are very technical and esoteric but others give a heads up as to what the tax policy unit is looking at. Current topics include land taxation and charities so, if you take the work programme as a guide you should anticipate that those topics will move into focus, sooner rather than later.

Secondly, they come into focus mostly through ‘officials issues papers’. These papers are on the website and are a detailed analyses of the perceived problem and the policy issues; they also offer options for resolving those issues identified.

A current example is the allocation of business purchase prices between seller and buyer. The ‘officials íssues papers’ usually ask for input from the public and the policies are refined before moving into the legislative process.

The third and last port of call is more technical but still important. It is the technical tax area of the IRD website which concentrates on existing legislation and how it is interpreted and applied.

Here one can find information about interpreting statements and other matters in which IRD provides formal guidance on what is tax law now, often with the ability to make submissions on the publications.

‘pod people’ RISE OF THE

As tourists seek to push their travel dollar ever further, a Kiwi company is cashing in... big time. While Jucy Snooze has no plans to expand its micro-accommodation pods themselves, it is intent on securing a larger share of the tourist accommodation market.

“We have been wanting to move into the Australian market for some time,” Jucy’s CEO, Tim Alpe confirms, “The locations of the new hotels will be aligned with the distribution of our vehicle rental fleet, which provides a more seamless travel experience.”

Currently, Jucy Snooze has heavily used pod hotels in Auckland, Queenstown and Christchurch. However, now that Australian-based Event Hospitality & Entertainment Limited (EVENT) has purchased a 50% stake in the business, ‘little’ really could become the next big thing across the ditch and even further afield.

“Without this investment, we would have been able to open a new site every few years, but we now hope to significantly expand the Jucy Snooze offering,” Mr Alpe adds.

“EVENT brings significant experience in hotel development, procurement, food and beverage, and operations as well as capital investment and access to new sites in Australia.”

EVENT operates cinemas, hotels (including the Rydges, QT and Atura brands) and resorts.

Are you maintaining a family trust? A sole trader? Do you represent a corporation in New Zealand? Our experts are highly knowledgeable about current tax law and will consider tax law changes when providing you with advice on any matter. Contact Wynyard Wood today.

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525 Ness Valley Rd, Clevedon

COVERING MORE THAN A DECK

ADDRESS Shop 1, 35 Cook Street, Howick, NZ 2014 OFFICE (09) 538 0020 remax.co.nz | Each office independently owned and operated Zest for Realty Ltd | Licensed REAA 2008 ADDRESS Shop 1, 35 Cook Street, Howick, NZ 2014 OFFICE (09) 538 0020 remax.co.nz | Each office independently owned and operated Zest for Realty Ltd | Licensed REAA 2008 remax.co.nz | Each office independently owned and operated 13 Papakura-Clevedon Rd, Clevedon | 09 292 8388 32c Broadway, Papakura | 09 299 1822 Edge Real Estate Ltd | Licensed REAA 2008 Nestled in the Valley Take a drive through picturesque Ness Valley to this lovely home set on an acre. The 3 brm home is surrounded by beautiful roses, fruit trees and expansive lawn for you to let your imagination run wild – a pool, a paddock for some 4 legged friends, more gardens or just a place for the children to enjoy. The large deck is perfect for an early morning cuppa or afternoon beverage, and has a view of the rose garden and surrounding farmland. An oversized man cave provides plenty of options - leave as is, kids place space, theatre room or a work from home option – endless possibilities. This a great spot with opportunities to continue to improve and personalise.

JU1444-v2 3 2 1 For Sale: $1,200,000 View: remax.co.nz/ 20379058 Michelle Goodman 027 403 4063 E mgoodman@remax.co.nz RE/MAX Edge This year is well and truly under way and we are now busy gearing up for the Franklin Home & Lifestyle Expo in a couple of weeks. This is a great event for the Franklin area where we love meeting potential new clients. There, we can discuss with them the renovations they hope to achieve and how we can help them. One of the areas which has been big for us recently is outdoor living. With the very hot, dry summer New Zealand has been experiencing, we are finding it’s not just decks that customers want but options for shade from the sun and shelter from wind. Luckily, there are so many ways to achieve both which look good and are practical, too. When thinking about outdoor spaces consider what you are trying to achieve. If it is a deck you want, think about the type of timber you would like to use? Gone are the days when there were only two choices for a deck. Because there are so many hardwood and composite decking options now, you can have something which requires little maintenance but still looks amazing in years to come. One ‘cover’ trend we are seeing is to extend the roof from the house either in the same style as the existing roof or using a louvred style then placing the deck or patio underneath. The roof and deck can also be enhanced with retractable blinds and outdoor heating so the space is useable all year round. How nice would it be to sit outside with cup of coffee on a sunny winter’s day and still be comfortable or to entertain in warm but wet weather without having to head inside? So, if you’re thinking of updating that outdoor space give us a call 09 947 9533. Smith & Sons Pukekohe owners, LANE and MELISSA VAN DEN BRINK know how important it is for a home to be both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Their advice is designed to guide homeowners smoothly through the renovation process. SUPERCHARGE YOUR FINANCES & YOUR FITNESS IN 2020 FANCY BEING MORTGAGE-FREE & RETIREMENTREADY IN 10 YEARS (OR LESS)?

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