EmploymentChef awarded $50k for unfair dismissalA former chef at an Auckland cafe has been awarded more than $50,000 in unpaid wages and compensation for unjustified dismissal.21 Jul 05:21 AM
EmploymentSunglass work ban rejected by CourtA permanent ban against a former shareholder of a budget sunglasses distributor from working in a similar New Zealand business is void, according to a High Court judge.17 Jul 12:45 AM
New ZealandGP reviewed over 'self pleasure' adviceA doctor who advised a woman to "self pleasure" as part of her treatment for an eating disorder will be reviewed by the Medical Council.14 Jul 04:23 AM
New ZealandSacked worker wouldn't wear safety gearA joinery worker who repeatedly refused to wear safety equipment and yelled obscenities at his boss was justifiably sacked, the Employment Relations Authority has ruled.10 Jul 06:34 AM
EmploymentFlight Centre employee's $117k theftA former employee of Flight Centre who dishonestly accessed a computer system to fund a "lavish lifestyle" has been sentenced to five months' home detention.01 Jul 03:48 AM
EmploymentBusiness paid workers in beerA business which failed to pay its employees the minimum wage and chose to pay workers in beer on Saturdays has been ordered to pay a former employee more than $12,000.30 Jun 02:40 AM
New Zealand'Hot-tempered' Kiwirail worker rightly firedA "hot-tempered" KiwiRail worker accused of slashing another staff member's car tyres was rightly fired, it has been ruled.26 Jun 04:25 AM
New ZealandCannabis cupcakes blamed for failed testA construction worker who claims to have failed a workplace drug test due to eating cupcakes he did not realise were laced with cannabis has failed to have his job reinstated.24 Jun 07:30 AM
New ZealandPolice feel pressureTight budgets and heavy workloads are being blamed the "record levels" of personal grievances being laid by police employees.21 Jun 05:30 PM
EmploymentClash of views on success of Govt's labour law changesA Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment report this month says amendments to the Employment Relations Act and the Holidays Act that the Govt made in 2011 have achieved some of their policy objectives in the short term.20 Jun 05:00 PM
EmploymentKeep an open mind about ex-consStatistics show that the so-called "black sheep of the family" is neither rare nor endangered.20 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFake immigration advisor appeals sentenceA man who posed as a licensed immigration adviser and took money from vulnerable would-be migrants is appealing against his sentence.18 Jun 06:29 AM
New Zealand'Genuinely fearful' worker gets $16KA barber was "genuinely fearful" of remaining in the presence of an employer who regularly made fun of him and told him "I hate white people".18 Jun 03:54 AM
New Zealand'Super ministry' workers picket over payAbout 100 staff and supporters picketed "super ministry" the Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (Mbie) this morning in a noisy protest over stalled pay talks.12 Jun 11:42 PM
EmploymentDrug policy 'completely misused'A sawmilling company "completely misused" their drug and alcohol policy to drug test 190 staff after cannabis plants were found on company grounds, a union says.04 Jun 06:31 AM
New ZealandGP lied about test results to see patientA GP may face disciplinary action after he lied to a patient about abnormal blood test results as an excuse to see her.04 Jun 05:35 AM
EmploymentYou are the answer to all your problemsAfter a highly successful New Zealand representative career comprising 25 tests and 93 one-day internationals, Martin Snedden practised as a lawyer and partner of an Auckland law firm.30 May 05:37 AM
EmploymentParental leave with a twist"See you later" is how some businesses deal with staff members who go on parental leave. It's not the best approach if you want staff to come back, says Bev Cassidy-Mackenzie, chief executive of the Equal Employment Opportunities Trust (EEO).30 May 05:27 AM
EmploymentSacked plumber awarded $1k by ERAA plumber who had to stand alone in the rain while he waited for a ride home after being sacked has been awarded damages and lost wages by the Employment Relation Authority.30 May 02:34 AM
EmploymentSpotlight on domestic violenceEmployers may be asked to do more for staff who are victims of domestic violence, if the Domestic Violence-Victims' Protection Bill is passed by Parliament.27 May 05:31 AM
New ZealandTrust investigates 'irregular payments' claimA taxpayer-funded South Auckland disability support provider which received $30 million last year is investigating its own accounts.26 May 05:00 PM
AgribusinessReview to expose farmers ripping off migrant labourRogue dairy farmers exploiting migrant workers have no place in the industry, a senior farming leader says.25 May 05:00 PM
EmploymentDigging in for career inspirationLogan Greasley plans to enter the mining industry as soon as possible and make all the money he can, driving the biggest rigs he can get his hands on.23 May 05:30 PM
EmploymentMcDonald's CEO says company pays 'fair' wages following protestsMcDonald's Chief Executive Don Thompson, defending the fast-food chain after worker protests this week, said its restaurants pay a fair wage.22 May 08:22 PM
EmploymentWork backlash for Muslims?Employers find it okay to employ Buddhists and Hindus but are wary of hiring Muslims, an AUT study has found.22 May 05:00 PM
EmploymentAwards for equal pay companiesTwo years after running the Demand Equal Pay campaign to raise awareness around equal pay, the YWCA organisation is taking that campaign one step further.20 May 05:30 PM
