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Whutupōro - Awesome Accountants Most amazing accountants who take care of a business ranging from tax to business goals to personal l We’re not just accountants. We are Whutupōro.

Since 1993, Whutupōro has charged towards the try line, partnering with New Zealand businesses and the community striving to win. We do this by tackling and delivering Tax and Coaching services to ensure your business success.

🏀💙 JOIN THE MAINLAND POUĀKAI THIS FRIDAY NIGHT! 🔥Come along, bring your whānau and cheer on our wāhine as they take on t...
22/10/2026

🏀💙 JOIN THE MAINLAND POUĀKAI THIS FRIDAY NIGHT! 🔥

Come along, bring your whānau and cheer on our wāhine as they take on the Queens! 🙌🦅

📅 Friday 23 October
⏰ 7:30pm

🎟️ Get your tickets here: https://premier.ticketek.co.nz/shows/Show.aspx?sh=POUAKQU26

Let's pack the stands and bring the noise! 💙🔥

🏉 Rachael at the Rugby Club reckons calling someone a contractor is easier than employing them! “I'll call them a contra...
21/10/2026

🏉 Rachael at the Rugby Club reckons calling someone a contractor is easier than employing them!

“I'll call them a contractor. It's easier than employing them.”

A confident team selection from Rachael — but she's picked the wrong player for the position!

Just because you call someone a contractor doesn't mean they actually are one.

Inland Revenue looks at the real working relationship, not just what's written on the agreement. Things like who controls the work, how the person is paid, whether they can work for others, and how much independence they have all come into play.

Get it wrong and your business could be facing unexpected PAYE, holiday pay, KiwiSaver obligations and other costs.

And just like selecting the wrong player on match day, fixing the mistake afterwards can be a costly exercise!

Your accountant can help you understand the tax implications of your working arrangements and spot potential problems before they turn into a penalty.

🏉 Before Rachael names her next contractor, talk to Whutupōro. We'll help make sure you've got the right players in the right positions.

📩 Taking on someone new? Give us a shout before you sign them up!

What is Kerry and Rebecca up to tonight? They are out at the Breast Cancer Fashion for a Cure event. This is a cause tha...
16/10/2026

What is Kerry and Rebecca up to tonight? They are out at the Breast Cancer Fashion for a Cure event. This is a cause that has affected so many our clients and family it is important to be here. Kerry apparently one man in a room of 500 women. Look out Kerry!!

🏉 Rachael at the Rugby Club reckons the company ute is fully claimable! 🛻“The company can buy me a ute and claim the who...
15/10/2026

🏉 Rachael at the Rugby Club reckons the company ute is fully claimable! 🛻

“The company can buy me a ute and claim the whole lot”

Rachael’s got the keys, the big smile, and she's ready to drive straight over the try line. 🚗💨

But hold up, Rachael — there are a few rules to check before you put that ute on the company books!

Buying a vehicle through your company doesn't automatically mean you can claim the whole cost.

There’s business versus private use, GST, depreciation, fringe benefit tax (FBT), and finance to consider. And just because it's a ute doesn't mean it's automatically exempt from the FBT rules.

Get it wrong and that shiny new set of wheels could come with an unexpected tax bill.

Your accountant can help work out the best way to purchase, finance and account for the vehicle — before you sign on the dotted line.

🏉 Before Rachael drives the company ute over the try line, talk to Whutupōro. We’ll help keep you on the right side of the rules.

📩 Thinking about buying a vehicle through your business? Give us a shout before you buy!

Rachael at the Rugby Club reckons GST registration means 15% back on everything.“Once I’m GST registered — I can claim 1...
07/10/2026

Rachael at the Rugby Club reckons GST registration means 15% back on everything.

“Once I’m GST registered — I can claim 15% back on everything”

Rachael’s made a quick break down the sideline — unfortunately, she’s been caught offside.

Being GST registered doesn’t mean you automatically get to claim GST on everything you buy.

Whether GST can be claimed depends on things like what you bought, how it’s used in the business, and whether you have the right supporting documentation. If something is partly private, the GST claim may need to be adjusted. And some purchases may have different GST treatment or no GST to claim at all.

Getting it wrong can mean overstating your GST claim — and potentially having to correct it later with Inland Revenue.

Your accountant makes sure your GST claims are supported, correctly calculated and firmly onside.

Before Rachael claims 15% on the post-match bar tab, talk to Whutupōro. We’ll keep your GST game onside.

Rachael at the Rugby Club reckons the company money is her money.“It’s my company, so the money in the bank belongs to m...
30/09/2026

Rachael at the Rugby Club reckons the company money is her money.

“It’s my company, so the money in the bank belongs to me.”

A bold run from Rachael — but she’s crossed the line without checking the rules.

A company is a separate legal entity from its shareholders. So even if you own the company, you can’t necessarily treat its bank account like your personal wallet.

Money taken from the company for personal use needs to be accounted for correctly. Depending on the circumstances, it could be treated as a shareholder salary, dividend, repayment of money you’ve previously put into the company, or an advance through your shareholder current account.

Get the treatment wrong and you could end up owing money back to the company — with potential tax or interest consequences tagging along.

Your accountant helps make sure money coming out of the company is treated correctly before a harmless-looking withdrawal turns into an accounting hospital pass.

Before you cross the line with company money, talk to Whutupōro. We’ll help you stay onside.

🏀 Game Night is Here!Mainland Pouākai take on the Hoiho this Saturday, 26 September at 7:30pm!Get behind the Pouākai as ...
24/09/2026

🏀 Game Night is Here!

Mainland Pouākai take on the Hoiho this Saturday, 26 September at 7:30pm!

Get behind the Pouākai as they hit the court for what’s set to be an exciting Saturday night of basketball. 🔥

Bring the energy, make some noise, and support the team! 💙

🎟️ Don’t have your tickets yet? There’s still time! Grab your tickets and come along for a great night of basketball.

Pouākai vs Hoiho
📅 Saturday 26 September
⏰ 7:30pm

👉 Get your tickets here: https://premier.ticketek.co.nz/shows/Show.aspx?sh=POUAKHOI26

Rachael at the Rugby Club reckons if she uses the company card, it’s deductible.“It went on the business card, so it’s a...
22/09/2026

Rachael at the Rugby Club reckons if she uses the company card, it’s deductible.
“It went on the business card, so it’s a business expense.”

A confident opening play from Rachael — but unfortunately, the card you use doesn’t decide whether something is tax-deductible.

An expense generally needs to have the required connection to earning the company’s income. Putting a private purchase on the company card doesn’t magically turn it into a business expense.

Instead, private spending paid by the company may need to be recorded through Rachael’s shareholder current account. If that account ends up overdrawn, there can be further tax and interest implications to consider.
Your accountant makes sure expenses are treated correctly — and helps keep the shareholder current account from drifting too far towards its own try line.

Before you tap the company card, talk to Whutupōro. We’ll help you play it by the rules.

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