Workplace Relations and Safety Minister, Brooke van Velden, is... read more
Workplace Relations and Safety Minister, Brooke van Velden, is on a mission to correct New Zealand’s poorly performing health and...
WorkSafe Consultation on Managing Psychosocial Risks
WorkSafe is consulting on proposed good practice guidelines for... read more
WorkSafe is consulting on proposed good practice guidelines for managing psychosocial risks at work. WorkSafe previously consulted on this in...
Health and Safety / November 22, 2024
Workplace law update – What’s on the Horizon for 2025?
We recently hosted the “What’s on the Horizon for 2025?”... read more
We recently hosted the “What’s on the Horizon for 2025?” webinar covering upcoming and anticipated changes for employment, immigration and...
Employment Law / February 26, 2025
Navigating Legal Waters: Key Health and Safety Rulings for Employers
In a significant ruling, the High Court has overturned Whakaari... read more
In a significant ruling, the High Court has overturned Whakaari Management Limited’s (WML) conviction under the Health and Safety at...
Cases / March 28, 2025
Health and Safety Requirements Cut for Small Businesses
The New Zealand government has announced plans to reduce health... read more
The New Zealand government has announced plans to reduce health and safety requirements for smaller businesses, aiming to alleviate the...
Health and Safety / April 30, 2025
Health and Safety Obligations for Schools: Board of Trustees Charged Over Abbey Caves Death
WorkSafe has charged the Whangarei Boys High School (WBHS) Board... read more
WorkSafe has charged the Whangarei Boys High School (WBHS) Board of Trustees (Board) for health and safety failures relating to...
Health and Safety / May 23, 2024
Mental Health and Wellbeing Toolkit
In the workplace context, employee mental health issues can lead... read more
In the workplace context, employee mental health issues can lead to time off work, performance problems, reduced productivity, and problems...
Employment Law / February 25, 2025
When did you last check your subcontractor’s health and safety processes?
Recent cases show that consequences for not checking your subcontractors... read more
Recent cases show that consequences for not checking your subcontractors have health and safety covered (and taking steps to close...
Health and Safety / May 24, 2023
WorkSafe pursuing ‘upstream’ influencers
WorkSafe has announced it intends to pursue ‘upstream’ influencers... read more
WorkSafe has announced it intends to pursue ‘upstream’ influencers of health and safety practices. “Influencers” includes Chief Executive Officers, Directors,...
Employment Law / March 22, 2023
Disciplinary/Performance Processes – What to do if mental health issues arise during the process
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 Law / March 22, 2023