Hammond Davidson Ltd

05/04/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Alice Perniskie to Hammond Davidson.

As a born and bred Southlander, Alice brings valuable experience and a strong client-focused approach. She enjoys servicing her broad client base of farmers, agri-support and commercial businesses. Alice has a particular interest in budgeting, as well as helping clients start up their new business from scratch and ensuring they are fully informed along the way. Her background, combined with a well-established connection to the region, allows her to bring both insight and understanding to the clients she works alongside.

She is known for her practical thinking, clear communication and commitment to helping clients make confident, informed decisions. Her approach aligns closely with the way we work at Hammond Davidson, building trusted relationships and delivering advice that makes a real difference.

As Alice says, "I’m passionate about working alongside clients to pro-actively support their long-term success"

We’re excited to have Alice as part of the team and look forward to the value she will bring to our clients.

02/04/2026

Following our recent announcement welcoming Alice Perniskie and Jack Perniskie to the Hammond Davidson team, we want to share what this means for our clients.

First and foremost, it’s continuity. You’ll continue to work with the same trusted team, receiving the same personalised, relationship-driven service you know and value.

What this growth brings is greater support behind that experience, increased capacity, broader expertise, and improved accessibility across the region.

With the addition of Alice and Jack, and the establishment of our new Winton office, we’re strengthening both our capability and our connection to the communities we work alongside.

It’s a positive step forward that allows us to better support our clients, now and into the future.

01/04/2026

31/03/2026

We’re thrilled to share an exciting step forward for Hammond Davidson.

As part of our continued growth, we’re welcoming Alice Perniskie and Jack Perniskie to the team. This is a considered step in the evolution of Hammond Davidson, growing our team in a way that aligns with our long-term vision and the needs of our clients.

Well-known across Southland, the Perniskie name brings a strong connection to the region alongside valuable experience and perspective. Their experience and client-first approach will strengthen our capability and support the direction we’re heading as a firm. While we continue to build, our focus remains the same: delivering practical, trusted advice and maintaining the strong relationships we’re known for.

We’re looking forward to what’s ahead and know our Hammond Davidson community will welcome them.

22/03/2026

Our Away From the Desk series is all about getting to know the people behind Hammond Davidson and what they’re involved in beyond the office.

In this video, Amanda shares a glimpse of what life looks like outside of work, including some of the organisations and community initiatives she’s involved with. From contributing her time on local boards to being involved in community activities, it’s a great reminder that our team is deeply connected to the regions and communities we work in.

At Hammond Davidson, being part of the community is something we value highly. Many of our team are actively involved in local organisations, committees and initiatives that help support and strengthen the area we live and work in.

Check out what Amanda gets up to outside the office and the ways she contributes her time and experience to the wider community.

19/03/2026

What a result - thank you for supporting us in moving our butts!

After a busy month, we’re incredibly proud of what our team achieved thanks to your support.

We set out with a goal to raise $1,000 and cover 2,300km. Thanks to the generosity of our community, we well and truly exceeded both.

Together we raised $2,928 for bowel cancer and clocked up an impressive 2,379km throughout February.

Every step, run and walk helped raise awareness for one of New Zealand’s most common cancers, while supporting the vital work being done to improve outcomes through early detection. Across the country, the Move Your Butt challenge raised an incredible $2,009,664.

A huge thank you to everyone who donated, shared, supported and got moving with us. Your contribution made a real difference.

Helpful resources: https://bowelcancernz.org.nz/

16/03/2026

There are a couple of important changes coming into effect this year that may impact both employees and employers, particularly around KiwiSaver contributions and the minimum wage.

From 1 April 2026, the default KiwiSaver contribution rate will increase from 3% to 3.5% for both employees and employers. A further increase to 4% is already planned for April 2028 as part of a staged approach to strengthening retirement savings in New Zealand.

There are also a few other KiwiSaver updates to be aware of:

• Employees aged 16 and 17 will become eligible for employer KiwiSaver contributions if they are contributing to KiwiSaver.

• The government contribution has reduced, meaning the maximum annual government contribution is now lower than previous years.

• Employees who may find the increase difficult can apply for a temporary reduction to remain at 3% for a period of time.

Alongside these changes, the minimum wage has also increased, which may impact payroll costs and employment budgets for many businesses.

For employers, these updates are a good reminder to review payroll systems, employment agreements and budgeting for the year ahead to ensure everything is set up correctly.

Employees can also apply to IRD for temporary contribution rate reductions.

If you have questions about the KiwiSaver updates or minimum wage changes, get in touch with the Hammond Davidson team.

13/03/2026

The annual Hammond Davidson Cup between Riversdale and Mataura Golf Clubs once again delivered a great day of competition, with players from both clubs taking part in the long-standing local rivalry.

This year’s match saw Mataura claim the win over Riversdale, continuing the spirited battle between the two clubs that makes this event such a highlight on the local golfing calendar.

As part of the day, Hammond Davidson contributes $100 to the prize pool each year, with $50 awarded to the top player from each team in recognition of their performance. This year’s recipients were Lewis Jackson (Riversdale) and John Dickie (Mataura). Congratulations to you both on a well-earned result!

Events like the Hammond Davidson Cup are a great celebration of local sport, friendly rivalry and the communities we’re proud to be part of. Well done to everyone involved, and we look forward to seeing the competition again next year. Mataura Golf Club

04/03/2026

Succession planning isn’t just about good intentions. It’s about structure, objectivity and having the right people in the room. Succession conversations sit at the intersection of family and business and those two worlds don’t always align. It’s easy for family considerations to outweigh business realities. But farming is already a juggling act. The needs of the business must be carefully balanced alongside the needs of the family as they both matter and need to be protected.

The challenge? Most families are experts in farming not in governance, legal structures, or facilitation. That’s where things can stall, or worse, become strained. Having the right external facilitator in the first family meeting helps keep conversations productive, focused and fair. It creates space for everyone to be heard, while ensuring the long-term viability of the business remains central to the discussion.

As accountants, we’re uniquely positioned to guide these conversations and ensure the family meeting runs more harmoniously. We understand the business structure, the financial landscape and the family dynamics that sit behind it. That perspective allows us to help families navigate what can often feel like complex, emotional territory with clarity and confidence.

Next in the series: After the family meeting comes the report back options, recommendations, and a clear implementation plan. We’ll unpack that next time. If succession is on your horizon, let’s start the conversation.

Get in touch with our team to plan the right way forward.

https://hammonddavidson.co.nz/contact/

26/02/2026

There's nothing better than stepping away from our desks and onto farm.

Recently, Emma and Steph spent time with Geoff and Jodelle Clark, walking through the season to date, reviewing the numbers behind the operation and discussing what’s coming next. Because good advice isn’t formed in isolation it’s shaped by understanding the full picture.

Every farming business is different. The pressures, the opportunities, the long-term goals, they’re unique to each operation and the family behind it. That’s why these on-farm conversations matter. They allow us to provide practical, tailored advice grounded in real-world context. It’s about more than compliance. It’s about planning ahead, improving performance and making confident decisions with the right information at hand.

Thanks for having us Geoff and Jodelle! We always value the opportunity to connect face-to-face and see your operation in action. Let us know if you'd like us to visit you next!

19/02/2026

Our Gore office is undergoing some renovations from the 23rd February.
As a result of this, the reception area will be closed for safety reasons. If you are needing to drop something off to the Gore office, please give us a call and we can make arrangements.

Thank you.