For many employers, payroll staff and employees, the Holidays Act 2003 has long had a reputation for being one of New Zealand’s more difficult pieces of employment legislation. Its replacement is now on the way. The Employment Leave Act 2026 received Royal assent on 6 August 2026 and will replace the Holidays Act from 6
Social media has become part of everyday life, but many employees are surprised to learn that what they post online can sometimes have consequences in the workplace. Comments made outside working hours and on personal accounts are not always private. Posts can be copied, shared and viewed by colleagues, clients and employers, often far beyond
Unjustified dismissal claims remain one of the most common types of personal grievances in New Zealand. While many employers understand the need for a valid reason to dismiss an employee, it is often the process, rather than the reason itself, that determines whether a dismissal is lawful. Two common scenarios help illustrate how things can
In our last Newsletter we covered the imminent changes to employment law flagged by the incoming Government. One of the most significant of these was the extension of the 90 trial period to all businesses, not just those with fewer than 20 employees. It will be interesting to see if this change will have any
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We close for Xmas at 5pm 19th December and reopen on 19th January with some staff back 12th January.
Compliments of the season to you also and we hope you enjoy a relaxing break.