Australia: Significant Fine for Volunteer Death

Australia: Significant Fine for Volunteer Death

An Australian Council who pleaded guilty to health and safety... read more

An Australian Council who pleaded guilty to health and safety breaches has been fined $750,000 AUD (half the maximum penalty)...

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Cases / February 17, 2022

Juggling Immigration and Employment Law Obligations: Court decision issued

Juggling Immigration and Employment Law Obligations: Court decision issued

The Employment Court has decided a challenge to the Employment... read more

The Employment Court has decided a challenge to the Employment Relations Authority (Authority) decision Dilshaad Gill v Restaurant Brands Limited, which...

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Agreements / February 17, 2022

Restraint of Trade (ROT) – Are they enforceable

Restraint of Trade (ROT) – Are they enforceable

In a nutshell, restraints are enforceable to the extent that... read more

In a nutshell, restraints are enforceable to the extent that they allow the employer to secure its interests after an...

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Agreements / February 17, 2022

COVID-19 Isolation FAQ’s

COVID-19 Isolation FAQ’s

Following New Zealand’s shift into phase two of a possible... read more

Following New Zealand’s shift into phase two of a possible three in the red traffic light setting, we answer the...

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COVID-19 / February 17, 2022

The Traffic Lights and workplace vaccination requirements

The Traffic Lights and workplace vaccination requirements

The COVID-19 Protection framework “traffic lights” come with... read more

The COVID-19 Protection framework “traffic lights” come with new mandates and considerations for workplace vaccination. Key takeaways for employers include:...

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COVID-19 / December 03, 2021

What you need to know about holidays and entitlements for this festive season

What you need to know about holidays and entitlements for this festive season

Closedown periods:  In a closedown period, employees can be... read more

Closedown periods:  In a closedown period, employees can be required to use annual holidays or take unpaid leave.  Closedown periods...

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Employment Law / November 24, 2021

Compliance Q&A: Employment law and COVID-19

Compliance Q&A: Employment law and COVID-19

With the ever-changing situation of COVID-19 make sure you understand... read more

With the ever-changing situation of COVID-19 make sure you understand your obligations and entitlements by checking out our latest article...

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COVID-19 / August 26, 2021