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Battle to close the pay gap

Low-paid women throughout New Zealand are lining up for what may be the biggest push in almost 40 years to close the pay gap with men - this time through the courts.

Working hard to keep staff happy

It's been in the news recently that Apple and Facebook have offered to freeze eggs for female employees, the purpose is, apparently, to attract more women on to their staff.

Women with adopted kids eligible for paid parental leave

Two lawyers struck off by tribunal

Two lawyers have been struck off in separate decisions following multiple acts of misconduct.

Woman awarded paid parental leave for adopted child

John Armstrong: New leader out to dismantle economic handicap

Andrew Little is not setting up his Future of Work Commission to be just another dull talkfest. Its real purpose is to chip away at National's economic policy, writes John Armstrong.

Woman to appeal 'fun' bum slap ruling

The Employment Relations Authority has found a boss' slap on the bottom of his female employee was a "fun slap".

Postie fired over erratic riding wins job back

'Name and shame' exploitative bosses

The labour watchdog says it's time for communities to take a stand against migrant workers being exploited by their bosses, as 11 Auckland restaurants have been fined for failing to provide employment records.

Bosses warned over office conduct

Bosses and company heads are being warned they need to be "much more careful" about their actions following Roger Sutton's sexual harassment resignation.

Migrant took my job, says axed banker

A New Zealand citizen who lost his bank job to a man seconded from India says he is "living proof" temporary migrant workers are stealing Kiwi jobs.

Biscuit oven burns victim awarded 45K

ANZ chief's pay rises to $4.7m

ANZ New Zealand chief executive David Hisco has enjoyed a solid pay rise, with his total remuneration lifting almost 15 per cent to $4.7 million.

Decision a 'win for women'

Teachers entitled to 24 months' maternity leave can take another two years off if they fall pregnant again while on leave, in a decision called a "win for women".

Sisters fired from job unlikely to get awarded compo

Two girls who were fired from their part-time jobs because their bosses claimed a lack of customers, received compensation when the company showed no evidence to support their assertion.

Machine operator awarded $10k after accident

Worker who told boss to 'go f*** himself' unfairly dismissed

Cop ordered to pay police commissioner $115k