A disciplinary and/or performance process, by its nature, is... read more
A disciplinary and/or performance process, by its nature, is likely to cause an employee some stress and uncertainty. With growing...
Employment obligations during and after natural disasters
With the destruction brought about by Cyclone Gabrielle, many... read more
With the destruction brought about by Cyclone Gabrielle, many employers are asking what are our obligations to our employees during...
Agreements / February 22, 2023
Fair Pay Agreements – Calling the Butcher, the Baker… but not the Candlestick Maker
Fair Pay Agreements (FPA) were introduced by law on 1 December... read more
Fair Pay Agreements (FPA) were introduced by law on 1 December 2022 and so far, there have been four applications...
Agreements / February 22, 2023
What’s on the horizon for immigration in 2023?
In December 2022, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) announced several... read more
In December 2022, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) announced several anticipated changes to be implemented in 2023. These changes will have...
Employment Law / February 22, 2023
WorkSafe’s New Focus – How Work is Done
WorkSafe has recently announced a change in focus from acute... read more
WorkSafe has recently announced a change in focus from acute fatalities to the bigger picture: ‘how work is done’. WorkSafe...
Agreements / January 24, 2023
Workplace Law Seminar Series 2023 – register your interest
Keeping up with the many and varied changes in Employment Law... read more
Keeping up with the many and varied changes in Employment Law is a challenge for employers and employees alike. Over the...
Acts / January 24, 2023
What you need to know about holidays and entitlements 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...
Agreements / December 19, 2022
Median Wage Exemption and Care Workforce Work to Residence
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has recently released an amendment... read more
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has recently released an amendment which means five sectors are allowed to be exempted from median...
Employment Law / November 29, 2022
Uber Drivers not Contractors but Employees
The Employment Court recently issued a second decision on Uber... read more
The Employment Court recently issued a second decision on Uber drivers challenging their status as independent contractors, finding this time...
Agreements / November 25, 2022
Mental Health Obligations in the Workplace
WorkSafe New Zealand has released further resources and guidance... read more
WorkSafe New Zealand has released further resources and guidance for businesses on managing mental health in the workplace, in line...
Employment Law / November 25, 2022