New ZealandWorker dismissed for attacking patientA psychiatric assistant who forced a young autistic patient to the ground and held him in a head lock was justifiably dismissed, the ERA rules.13 Aug 10:30 PM
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
New ZealandNZ academics losing race for cashNew Zealand's leading universities and academics are behind international competitors when it comes to attracting cash from business, a new comparison shows.12 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandNovopay millions paid back slowlyNearly half of the millions of dollars mistakenly overpaid to teachers by Novopay has not been given back - with repayment rates as low as $2.50 per week agreed on.09 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentTime to nurture brain and bodyFruit bowls instead of snack machines and Swiss balls replacing office chairs are some of the changes businesses are making.06 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandPizza driver hit in face with barA Hamilton pizza delivery driver was struck with a metal bar in the face and again as he tried to crawl away from his assailant as he was on the ground.05 Aug 05:30 PM
OpinionKim Campbell: Labour reform plans a big step forwardThe changes being proposed to our employment laws clearly stand to benefit many more employees than the small number who may find aspects of them a challenge.30 Jul 05:30 PM
Employment$5 fight costs lodge $12kAn argument over a $5 fee has cost a Wellington motor lodge almost $12,000 and censure for wrongful dismissal.29 Jul 11:34 PM
RetailUnion applauds Warehouse pay planA union says it hopes other large retailers will follow The Warehouse's example and introduce pay increase plans for their shop-floor staff.23 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandShop owner accused of forging letterThe owner of an Auckland shoe shop has been accused of providing a false letter to the Employment Relations Authority to try to justify the dismissal of a worker.18 Jul 01:32 AM
New ZealandSacked principal battling to get his old job backFormer Bay of Islands College principal Elgin Edwards is fighting to get his job back, admitting he made mistakes running the school before being sacked last year.16 Jul 05:02 AM
New ZealandTeenager's $35,000 payoutA 16-year-old labourer who hid in a toilet after being sexually harassed by his boss and co-workers at a Canterbury engineering firm has won a payout.15 Jul 10:43 PM
New ZealandHiding resthome worker gets $10kA resthome worker dismissed after hiding behind a door when discovered with a gardener in a dead resident's flat has been awarded more than $10,000 for legal costs.15 Jul 10:25 PM
EmploymentCowboy hat dispute led to dismissalA woman who was dismissed from a cowboy-themed bar at Auckland's Viaduct Harbour, in part for not wearing her cowboy hat, has been awarded more than $12,000.09 Jul 10:19 PM
New ZealandMoonlighting stylist to pay lessDire finances means beauty salon owners will get less of a payout from an employee they caught via Facebook treating clients at home.01 Jul 10:47 PM
Small BusinessJason Walker: Flexible working options proving popular with workersAre flexible working options popular with New Zealand workers?30 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandMost Kiwis happy with their jobs, survey showsKiwis are generally satisfied with their lot at work, but finding the right work/life balance is harder for employers and the self-employed, a survey has found.26 Jun 05:30 PM
