Tincan wines payment terms and conditions

1. Payment Terms

  • Payment is due within 14 days of the invoice date unless otherwise agreed in writing.
  • Electronic payment is preferred via direct deposit into the following account:
    Tincan Cows Ltd – ANZ Bank: 06-0350-0157120-00
  • Please quote your invoice number as a reference when making payment.
  • A 2% monthly interest will be charged on overdue balances. A reminder will be issued after 7 days past due.

2. Invoicing

  • Invoices will be issued:
    • Monthly for ongoing consultancy or winemaking services; or
    • Per milestone for project-based engagements (e.g. vintage planning, bottling coordination); or
    • After sale of product.
  • All invoices will include:
    • Tincan Wines’ GST number and business details
    • Description of products and/or services delivered
    • Total amount due and GST (if applicable)

3. Disputes

  • Any disputes regarding an invoice must be raised within 5 business days of receipt.
  • Undisputed amounts must still be paid by the due date.

4. Default & Recovery

  • If payment is not received within 30 days of the due date:
    • Services may be suspended until the account is settled.
    • The Client agrees to be liable for all costs incurred in the recovery of overdue amounts. This includes but is not limited to debt collection agency fees, legal expenses, and associated court costs, on a full indemnity basis.

5. Retention of Client Property

  • The Client acknowledges and agrees that Tincan Wines shall have a lien over any goods, equipment, or materials supplied by the Client and held by Tincan Wines for the purpose of delivering services.
  • This lien shall remain in effect until all outstanding invoices are paid in full.
  • In the event of non-payment, Tincan Wines reserves the right to retain, store, or dispose of such property in accordance with applicable New Zealand law, including the Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 and the Personal Property Securities Act 1999.

6. GST & Tax Compliance

  • All services are subject to 15% GST unless otherwise exempt.

7. Termination

  • Either party may terminate services with 30 days’ written notice.
  • A final invoice will be issued, covering all services provided up to the termination date.