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Practical advice on GST, invoicing, and tax for NZ freelancers and contractors.

InvoicingGSTNZ Tax14 April 2026 · 7 min read

How to create an IRD-compliant invoice in NZ (free template)

Everything your NZ tax invoice must legally include — GST number, invoice number, correct date fields — plus a free invoice template you can use today.

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ToolsInvoicing
8 min

Xero vs PayWren: which is better for NZ contractors?

An honest comparison of Xero and PayWren for New Zealand freelancers and sole traders — price, features, and what actually matters when you're contracting.

10 April 2026Read →
GSTNZ Tax
9 min

GST invoicing requirements NZ 2026: the complete guide

Updated for 2026 — every GST invoicing rule NZ businesses need to follow, including thresholds, record-keeping requirements, and common compliance pitfalls.

7 April 2026Read →
Getting PaidNZ Business
8 min

How to chase late-paying clients in NZ (without damaging the relationship)

A step-by-step escalation process for NZ freelancers — from polite reminder to Disputes Tribunal — with email templates for each stage.

3 April 2026Read →
NZ TaxContractors
7 min

IR330C vs IR330: understanding contractor tax forms in NZ

What the IR330C and IR330 forms are, who needs which one, how schedular payment rates work, and what happens if you get it wrong.

28 March 2026Read →

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