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
The Duty of Care in Workplace Safety: Legal Implications for Corporate Officers
The trial of former Port of Auckland Limited Chief Executive,... read more
The trial of former Port of Auckland Limited Chief Executive, Tony Gibson, has brought into focus crucial legal considerations surrounding...
Cases / April 24, 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
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
Two WorkSafe cases highlight health and safety protection for subcontractors
In two recent cases, WorkSafe has successfully prosecuted PCBUs... read more
In two recent cases, WorkSafe has successfully prosecuted PCBUs on multi-PCBU worksites for failing to meet duties to contractors and...
Cases / February 22, 2023