A determination released on 18 March 2026 by the Employment Relations Authority (ERA) has found that Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) breached both its collective agreement consultation obligations and its statutory duty of good faith in connection with a sweeping organisational restructure proposed in November 2025. The decision in New Zealand Public […]
The Employment Relations Amendment Act 2026 received Royal Assent on 20 February 2026 and came into force the following day, representing the most significant overhaul of New Zealand’s employment law framework since the 2018 amendments. The Act amends the Employment Relations Act 2000 across several key areas, including contractor classification, personal grievance […]
A decision handed down on the 21st January 20026 between DLH and The Farmers Trading Company Limited at the Employment Relations Authority (ERA) provides helpful guidance for employers on the management of staff discount schemes and the limits of leniency for long-serving employees. The Authority confirmed that dismissal was justified […]
A recent decision by the New Zealand Lawyers and Conveyancers Disciplinary Tribunal highlights the serious consequences employers face when they expose workers to unsafe or inappropriate conduct. An Auckland sole-practitioner lawyer (whose name is suppressed) has been suspended after repeatedly displaying pornography in view of staff.
New Zealand has strict employment laws for both employers and employees. Both of the parties need to follow these to ensure a mutually beneficial relationship. By mandating businesses to grant you certain employment rights, the law protects you and your rights. These consist of sick leave and four weeks of […]
When you are bullied at work, some people find it hard to accept it is happening. Many employees suffer for a long time in silence. Bullying is NEVER,EVER acceptable in any circumstances. Worksafe NZ/Hau Maumaru Aotearoa defines bullying as “repeated and unreasonable behaviour directed towards a worker or a group […]
Soft skills are essential in your workplace. NZ online selling platform Trade Me Jobs says “in recent years, bosses are emphasizing soft skills because, without them skills, the workplace doesn’t work.” We’ve put together a week’s worth of Soft Skills to help you shine in your workplace. Don’t Over Communicate-Less […]
People spend over a third of their adult lives at work, and stress issues, related to the job are common for many. It is difficult to create a workplace where everyone gets along well and there is no friction between their positions, expectations, and personalities. As a result, some job […]