The Govt's decision to extend 90-day new-employee trials was made after a suggestion from the Act Party and went against the recommendation of its own Minister of Labour, Kate Wilkinson.

Police Commissioner Howard Broad has criticised the appointment of an officer - who was censured for trying to pass information to the Brad Shipton defence team - to a senior role.

Be inclusive to get most from varied workforce, writes Diana Clement

The first employment case brought to court under 90-day trial laws has gone in favour of a dismissed pharmacy employee.

The Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra makes beautiful music. But one musician, who fled the Soviet Union, has been forced out on flimsy grounds, while others question the APO's management style. Chris Barton reports..

Now it seems there is a risk that employees could lose an entitlement to public holidays that fall during a closedown period

A high profile Auckland Burger Fuel has defended its use of the 90-day employment law, under which it sacked a worker on the 89th day for questioning her work break entitlements.

Despite protests from Labour and unions, legislation that extends the 90-day employment probation period passed its first reading in Parliament today.

While the compulsory element of Australia's super scheme is referred to as an 'employer contribution', the distinction comes down to semantics, history and tax rather than a meaningful description of who bears the cost.

An effective contact centre will enhance a company's reputation and reward its employees.

Police want more young recruits and are about to launch a campaign to attract them as the average age of officers rises.