EmploymentWoman fired after relationship with boss ended awarded nearly $25,000Woman who worked to pay off cell phone gets $25,000 after boyfriend/boss fires her.20 Jul 11:13 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesGrant Bradley: Why a union veteran's been appointed to Air NZ boardGoulter one voice among many on the board but no doubt Govt expects it to be heard.19 Jul 05:30 AM
EmploymentForestry companies fined $756k after East Coast fatalityBoth companies failed to ensure the dangerous work was being carried out safely18 Jul 09:56 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismThe Government move farmers are happy withUp to 18,000 migrant workers given more certainty by Government move.16 Jul 05:30 AM
New ZealandNurses lift strike notices after $408m pay offerNow it is up to union members to decide whether to accept.16 Jul 04:52 AM
New ZealandPrivate hospital anaesthetic technicians threaten strike actionWorkers have been in talks with the hospital owner but these had broken down, says union.15 Jul 03:17 AM
World'Dangerous precedent': Fiji govt to sack unvaccinated workersPublic servants told they will be sacked if they are not fully vaccinated by November 1.09 Jul 11:11 PM
EmploymentNZ too slow to adopt four-day working week, expert saysFour-day week business pioneer is frustrated NZ law is "penalising companies".09 Jul 07:10 AM
New ZealandTop chef left with a bad taste in his mouth after stoush with restaurateurRestaurateur said the chef was using a burn injury as an excuse not to go to work.08 Jul 03:40 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGraham Redding: How to survive when our moral compass is skewedOpinion: Feelings of guilt and shame manifest across more sectors than just military.07 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNurses vote to strike in July, August and SeptemberThe vote count was high and members are resolute, nurses' advocate says.06 Jul 03:56 AM
New ZealandAuckland liquor store ordered to pay exploited staff more than $97,000The ERA agreed that the breaches by the owner were intentional.06 Jul 12:29 AM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentBusiness Hub: Peter Beck on turning 100 Rocket Lab staff into millionaires"You don't go to Mars working 8 to 5, Monday to Friday."02 Jul 05:01 PM
New ZealandMigrant women's charity threatens legal action against whistle-blowersFacing bullying allegations, non-profit claims harassment from anonymous sources.01 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleOz companies grant paid menstrual, menopausal leaveOz company introduces a radical move to support its female employees.25 Jun 10:14 PM
New ZealandWellington bus drivers vote to reject third pay offerThe wrangle over their collective agreement has so far resulted in a strike and a lockout.23 Jun 01:39 AM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentSasha Borissenko: Pay equity tussle - what do you do if it happens to you?Changes to New Zealand's Equal Pay Act came into force in 2020: What you need to know.20 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandCanterbury Medical Officer of Health resigns after being reinstatedHe went to court to get his job back, was reinstated, but has now quit.15 Jun 01:38 AM
New ZealandLive: Thousands of striking nurses drown out Health Minister's speech at ParliamentNurses have walked off the job around the country in demand of better pay and conditions.09 Jun 03:29 AM
New ZealandLive: 30,000 Nurses strike DHBs reduce services as staff walk outNon-urgent surgery and outpatient clinics cancelled as nurses walk off the job.08 Jun 06:45 PM
New ZealandThree South Auckland superettes fined $57,000 for migrant exploitationEmployer provided false information and took advantage of employees' vulnerability.08 Jun 03:02 AM
New ZealandNurse fears for 'exhausted' profession as colleagues prepare for strikePeople joining the profession 'aren't staying' due to workload and shift work, says nurse.07 Jun 06:33 PM
EmploymentWomen on boards help improve wider gender equityAppointing more female directors has a broader effect on workplace gender equity.05 Jun 02:27 AM
EmploymentFormer RNZ Concert worker calling for inquiry after alleged sexual harassmentThe woman says the man who slapped her bottom at work faced no consequences.04 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJosie Pagani: No Roger, NZ wages haven't really gone upOpinion: If high wages cause unemployment then everyone in Norway should be out of work.03 Jun 12:10 AM
New ZealandNational staffer involved in Nick Smith inquiry no longer works for partyA third party recorded the altercation without their consent, Judith Collins says.02 Jun 06:57 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why new Fair Pay Agreements claims don't computeOPINION: New Zealand's labour markets are working well for both firms and workers.01 Jun 05:40 AM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentUnemployment insurance: How it could workThe Budget promised an unemployment insurance scheme, now the hard work begins.01 Jun 05:30 AM
VideoFocus: Shane Reti tight-lipped on Nick Smith resignationNational deputy leader Shane Reti is keeping quiet on matters surrounding the resignation of Nick Smith, saying repeatedly it was a matter between Smith and Parliamentary Services. Video / Mark MitchellWatch31 May 11:13 PM
Employment'Biggest change in a generation' to migrant worker rulesFrom November, companies wanting to recruit migrant staff will have to be accredited.29 May 01:41 AM
EmploymentRocket Lab ordered to pay $98k for employee's unjustified dismissalEngineer's dismissal was unjustified and there were serious breaches of good faith: ERA.28 May 11:26 PM
New ZealandWellington bus drivers planning another strike, reject NZ Bus pay offerThe Union is giving NZ Bus until May 27 to negotiate, before they resume strike action.20 May 12:35 AM
New ZealandTragic deaths at Auckland Council bring call for culture changeThe review follows the tragic deaths of two staff members.17 May 04:15 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWestpac boss: Sharing the load at home lightens load for everyoneOPINION: The unwritten rules of home life create disadvantages for men and women alike.16 May 05:00 PM
