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Sexual allegations used as weapon
The register of unproven misconduct accusations could destroy lives and damage NZ society.

Women hit back over ex-PM's sleeveless suggestion
Canadians have called for the "right to bare arms" after former PM suggested the opposite.

Staff leave top law firm amid 'serious' sexual allegations
Young law interns allegedly subjected to inappropriate behaviour.

The sensitive issue of harassment
Since #metoo's emergence, the behaviour of many famous men has been called out online.

ANZ staff can now dress to fit their gender
New policy means people don't have to hide who they are.

Kerre McIvor: a four-day week is a good bet
COMMENT: A four-day week is intoxicating and liberating and wonderful.

Alleged 'shower sh*tter' loses unfair dismissal case
Despite being cleared of the deed, an Australian steelworker loses unfair dismissal bid.

Change is a problem to solve
'Design thinking' is being used to ease the way in changing careers.

Agriculture firm to pay $85k to family of worker killed by machine
The death of a machine worker in 2016 highlights the importance of safety, WorkSafe says.

No investigation into ammonia leak by WorkSafe
Affco will complete a voluntary review of health and safety at its Imlay plant.

Workplace sexual misconduct to be recorded
Ministry to keep centralised records of workplace sexual harassment.

Do standing desks really help you lose weight?
An international study reveals the real impact of standing up all day at work.

Why Amazon built its workers a rain forest
An architectural showstopper is a new Seattle landmark & an Amazon workplace tool

Beating the back to work blues
Don't settle for the same old routine seek projects that take you out of your comfort zone

Have passport, will work
A successful pilot of the Skills NZ Work Ready Passport has been completed in Whanganui.

How to understand your workplace rage
COMMENT: Recent research suggests a little anger in moderation is alright.

Builders suffering in 'brutal' heat wave
Workers in heavy gear or who are often in the sun may be struggling this summer.

Returning to work big barrier for breastfeeding
Researchers say a Baby Friendly Workplace initiative needs to be developed.

An unpleasant burning sensation
Employers need to look after employees mental health in the workplace.

$108k WorkSafe fine 'will put company under'
A $108,500 WorkSafe fine is more than the company's value, says its owner.

Weinstein a 'complete creep' - Kiwi filmmaker
Harvey Weinstein wanted to go to lunch, but Anthony McCarten wasn't having a bar of it.

Revolutionary thinking needed
The value of a vibrant creative ecosystem goes far beyond the economic sphere.

Man critical after being trapped in dump truck
Emergency services free man trapped under dump truck.

Take your time, talk to the screen
Technology is changing every aspect of business, even recruiting.

Shine a new light on back-to-work blues
How to tell the difference and what to do to get through.

Weinstein case sparks rush of workplace complaints
Work Christmas parties sparked two complaints of unwanted sexual advances, advocates say.

Cannabis test: Baggage handler wrongly dismissed
Dunedin baggage handler wrongly dismissed.