The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) is the new work visa... read more
The Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) is the new work visa being introduced by Immigration New Zealand (INZ) on 4...
Immigration Updates – NZ Border Opening
The government has brought forward aspects of its plan to reopen... read more
The government has brought forward aspects of its plan to reopen New Zealand borders to the world. Further, stage 2...
General / March 24, 2022
Webinar: Employment, COVID-19 and Immigration Update
Copeland Ashcroft invites you to a one hour webinar on Tuesday... read more
Copeland Ashcroft invites you to a one hour webinar on Tuesday 5 April at 11.00am, on: Immigration changes Getting ready...
COVID-19 / March 23, 2022
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...
Agreements / February 17, 2022
2021 Resident Visa
The Government has announced a streamlined residence pathway... read more
The Government has announced a streamlined residence pathway for temporary visa holders currently in New Zealand. It is expected that...
Immigration / October 22, 2021
Immigration: Travel To New Zealand For Australian Citizens And Residents
Immigration New Zealand has recently announced changes to its... read more
Immigration New Zealand has recently announced changes to its policy to simplify and streamline the process for Australian citizens and...
Immigration / August 25, 2021
Immigration: Accreditation Changes Delayed and Visas Extended
Following recent employer protests and strong pushback to visa... read more
Following recent employer protests and strong pushback to visa and accreditation changes, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced: it will...
Immigration / July 21, 2021
Last Chance For Migrant Workers – Median Wage Increase & Other Policy Updates
On 11 June 2021, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) updated its Immigration... read more
On 11 June 2021, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) updated its Immigration Operational Manual. Median Wage Increase to $27.00 per hour...
Immigration / June 18, 2021
Immigration New Zealand: Change to sleepover rate policy
From 24 May 2021, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) will change the... read more
From 24 May 2021, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) will change the hourly rate calculation for employees required to sleepover as...
Immigration / May 27, 2021
Immigration’s Broader Border Powers – COVID-19 Immigration Powers Extended
On 10 May 2021, the Immigration (COVID-19 Response) Amendment... read more
On 10 May 2021, the Immigration (COVID-19 Response) Amendment Act 2021 was enacted, extending the Government’s temporary powers relating to...
Immigration / May 27, 2021