EmploymentA great time to train up for a tradeWith business confidence at a three-year high and demand for construction workers soaring, there may never have been a better time to get into a trade.13 Sep 05:30 PM
EmploymentHaving fun at work can really work for business - just ask GoogleLast year, 70% of the approximately 34,000 NZ employees whose organisations took part in Kenexa Best Workplaces 2012 agreed that their organisation is a fun place to work.13 Sep 05:30 PM
EmploymentFastway ready to exploit NZ Post cutsFastway Couriers is embarking on a new strategic direction to embrace opportunities in the market resulting from the growth in online retailing.10 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionTom O'Neil: Keep your parachute at the readyYou know something bad is about to happen when the entire company is called to an emergency meeting, led by a 'Transition Manager' from overseas ...10 Sep 05:30 PM
EmploymentCareer decision not parents' to makeDecisions, decisions - when you're a parent, they start early and continue, especially when it comes to education and careers for our children.06 Sep 05:30 PM
EmploymentStudy shows companies need to understand what motivates employeesDoes today's workforce "live to work", or do we "work to live" and simply go to work to pay the bills so we can enjoy our lives?06 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionMai Chen: Vital to keep on top of shifting employment lawThe Labour leadership contest playing out between David Cunliffe, Grant Robertson and Shane Jones is highlighting how Labour-led and National-led governments would differ in their approach to employment law.05 Sep 05:30 PM
EmploymentConfidence in job hunting dropsIf you're feeling a lack of confidence in your job hunting, you are not alone. Kiwi workers are experiencing a slump in their confidence concerning job mobility.03 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionHelen TwoseHelen Twose: Employer's tax can cut worker's returnContributions from employer can also be included with the worker's pay and taxed under the PAYE rules.02 Sep 05:30 PM
EmploymentLabour hits out at 'unjust' KFC policyThe Labour Party is calling on the Human Rights Commission to investigate concerns that disabled workers are losing their jobs at KFC because of its restructuring policy.01 Sep 01:10 AM
EmploymentHallwright's office insults heard in courtForsyth Barr's managing director was referred to as a "pompous twat" with a "small brain", the investment firm's lawyer told the Court hearing Guy Hallwright's case today.28 Aug 07:19 AM
EmploymentChef sacked for fire at retirement homeA barbecue fire which scared residents at a retirement home, destroyed the barbecue and caused $1000 of smoke damage led to a chef being rightly sacked.27 Aug 10:49 PM
EmploymentRally to discuss new labour laws todayA rally to voice concerns and help educate workers about proposed changes to the Labour laws is to take place in South Auckland today.27 Aug 08:14 PM
EmploymentHome workers on call to help outSkill shortages are on the horizon in the contact centre industry, but home workers may be able to close the gap.27 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentColleagues embarrassed by convictionFormer investment analyst Guy Hallwright's colleagues were embarrassed to be in his company following his conviction for grievous bodily harm, an Employment Court heard.27 Aug 06:04 AM
EmploymentFears firms' drug tests breach lawAlmost half of firms surveyed by a leading employers' group have reported sacking staff for drug use.25 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentKey to interviews: don't look backRecently I was shortlisted for a management role I really wanted but was unsuccessful.23 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentGender pay equality precedent setAn Employment Court decision paving the way for gender pay equality has been hailed as the greatest advance for the rights of working women since the passing of the Equal Pay Act in 1972.23 Aug 02:44 AM
EmploymentMost Kiwis not expecting a pay riseA third of working New Zealanders have not had a pay rise in the past two years and the majority are not expecting one this year, according to a survey.20 Aug 10:30 PM
Employment'Shadow' students shown the lightInternational student Nupur Chawla was one of the lucky ones to take part in this year's AUT Business School's Shadow a Leader day20 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentEvent duo ask judge to strike out claimsA specialist travel and hospitality company have applied for a High Court judge to strike out the claims they are facing.19 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentWe're trapped in a net, says ad pioneerPersonal computers, the internet and mobile phones have transformed office work, but not for the better, says Bob Harvey.17 Aug 03:58 AM
EmploymentChildcare head's sacking upheldAn early childhood centre manager who used an account set aside for children's lunches, has failed to prove she was unjustifiably dismissed.13 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentWorkers: We could not leave at nightAn Auckland employer is accused of exploiting migrant workers who claim they were not paid and were housed in city offices.13 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentStand out in competitive marketIn today's competitive employment landscape it's important to actively promote yourself, build networks and be known for your specific skills and experience.13 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentFrom rude and dismissive to flying highI am the youngest of four boys, raised in Auckland. My dad was the eldest of 13 cousins and that led to family functions filled with noise, fun, arguments and chaos.11 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentBlueprint for a safer day at workIn April, the chairman of the Independent Taskforce On Workplace Health and Safety, Rob Jager, announced a vision for safer workplaces.09 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentEconomists play down jobless riseThe June quarter's 8000 increase in the number of people employed was not enough to keep pace with growth in the labour force as a whole, and unemployment07 Aug 05:30 PM
BDBDEmploymentLowest wage growth since 2010Average hourly earnings have risen by the lowest amount since 2010, new figures show.07 Aug 07:35 AM
