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

Workers took to the streets today to protest "the biggest labour reform in 20 years".

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.

There it is: process, process, process. It is a fundamental requirement of natural justice that a person is entitled to know exactly what is being alleged, by whom, and is afforded a real and fair opportunity to respond.

Mentoring scheme will help women make the leap to CEO or a place in the boardroom.

Whether it's the boss or the bureaucrats, the answer's the same: mind your own business.

Steven Slater has become a celebrity in his own right after losing patience with a passenger and making an emergency exit from a plane.

Using intelligent technology to improve our environment is paramount, writes Brett O'Riley.