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ERA hears ‘poo’ allegations against Christchurch Boys’ High headmaster
Susan Mowat is giving evidence at an Employment Relations Authority hearing today.
Ex-teacher claims unfair dismissal from top Christchurch boys’ school
Susan Mowat is giving evidence at an ERA hearing today.
Health NZ faces urgent legal action over thousands of proposed job cuts
The Public Service Association says a net 1500 jobs could be cut in some departments.
'Tirade of abuse': Ex-Platform editor wins payouts after incidents involving host Sean Plunket
The ERA finds an editor was treated unfairly and unreasonably after raising concerns.
SPCA to pay $29,000 after flawed dismissal of volunteer coordinator
The ERA ruled the dismissal process was unfair and disproportionate.
A rock and a hard place: Jailed quarry worker loses job after unexplained absence
His partner tried to inform the company, but the details were unclear.
'Destroy her:' How a 16yo kitchen hand fought back against unfair dismissal - and won
ERA finds restaurant bosses pressured her to sign a casual contract or lose her job.
‘Never an employee’: Driver’s claim for unjust dismissal dismissed
Employment offer withdrawn after conditions unmet; man loses compensation bid.
'Best estimate': Company told to put $4.5m on hold as redundancy payout dispute continues
Channel Infrastructure laid off 121 workers - and it's turned into a lengthy legal battle.
Embattled businessman under investigation for new Waiheke bike business
'I didn’t mutate into an animal or Gremlin overnight,' Hoff-Nielsen said.
Ruthi Bommoju: How to avoid costly mistakes in restructuring staff
OPINION: If employers don't follow correct processes, a personal grievance case can ensue.
'Freaked out a bit': TVNZ star reveals why she quit and reaction; RNZ salaries jump $5m in a year
Community editors consider ways to save titles; Former leader takes Whakaata Māori to ERA.
Aggrieved by your employer, but also in the wrong? Your payout could be wiped
Brooke van Velden details employment law change flagged in National-Act agreement.
Seventy-hour weeks and no pay: Worker's nightmare in NZ superette
The worker logged 437 hours in five weeks - all of which was unpaid.
Fired vet who tried to choke cow after lethal injection didn't work wins $35k payout
Tony Austwick was unjustifiably dismissed after three customers made complaints about him.
Christian Hoff-Nielsen on why he's back in the bike business after scandal
'I didn’t mutate into an animal or Gremlin overnight,' Hoff-Nielsen said.
Employee who worked without pay for two years wins $240K from medical cannabis firm
The man worked for two years without pay.
Teen fired from pizza delivery job takes on company - and wins $10k
Jake Pirret-Buik says he was wrongfully accused of stealing $50 and sacked on the spot.
Sasha Borissenko: Workers' rights are being eroded
OPINION: Redundancies and return-to-office orders are on the rise.
Air NZ worker on holiday sacked after using security card, bypassing Customs area
The woman argued it was a 'one-off mistake' and she should not have been fired.
Council CEO resigns amid claims of a toxic environment; ERA finds both sides at fault
Far North Council CEO Blair King said he felt 'isolated' and lodged a PG in 2022.
Ritchies driver left man who had fallen under bus lying unconscious on footpath
The driver was dismissed after failing to assist the injured man or report the incident.
'I am not a criminal:' Couple accused of migrant rort want compensation after winning appeal
The court process destroyed their marriage and reputation - they want compensation.
'They are entitled to closure': Developer's delays in paying migrant workers 'inexcusable'
Malcolm Herbert challenged the ERA's ruling but then made 'no attempt' to follow it up.
'Ashamed': Travel agent used company money for gas, food and house cleaning
Lee Harris quit his job at Blue Marine after an investigation into unauthorised spending.
Darleen Tana's husband in court for traffic fine dispute, says he has split from former Green MP
EXCLUSIVE: The man at the centre of political scandal speaks outside court.
Air NZ cabin crew lose dispute over free breakfasts. The union plans to fight back
'This was never about union versus union,' FAANZ said.