Charity Law in New Zealand – Dr Donald Poirier

Written by Dr Donald Poirier, 'Charity Law in New Zealand' provides an analysis of charity law in New Zealand

This book was written to promote a wider understanding of the structure and complexities of charity law in New Zealand. It provides valuable insights into charitable purposes and governance.

Please note that the law has changed since the book was published, including how charitable purposes are assessed and the treatment of political purposes.

For the most current information, please refer the charitable purpose and advocacy information on this website.

 

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IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER:  The book titled "Charity Law in New Zealand" by Dr Donald Poirier, while published by the Department of Internal Affairs, was written by the author in his personal capacity, rather than in his capacity as an employee of the Department of Internal Affairs. The views in the book are those of the author, not the Department of Internal Affairs. While the book provides useful commentary for the industry and practitioners, it should not be used as a substitute for independent legal advice, and the Department will not be held accountable or responsible for any act, omission, or loss suffered by any party as a result of reliance on the views in the book. Similarly the Department is not bound to act in accordance with, or make decisions consistent with, the views in the book.