The employee vs contractor debate has been a hot topic for years, and that does not look set to change in the near future. The Government has repeatedly shown an interest in the employee vs...Read More
On 6 April 2023, Labour MP Ibrahim Omer’s Crimes (Theft by Employer) Amendment Bill 2023 (“the Bill”) was drawn from the ballot. The Bill seeks to amend the Crimes Act 1961 (“the Act”)...Read More
With many NZ employers still grappling with adverse Covid-19-related economic and staffing issues, and if economists are to be believed, a recession on the horizon, employers may find themselves...Read More
It’s that time of the year when employers are busily looking for new recruits and offering new opportunities. Effort and time is often put into the recruitment process. However, the...Read More
If you have just been offered, or are starting the New Year in a new role, congratulations! We understand it can be tempting to put pen to paper without taking legal advice first. However,...Read More
The Fair Pay Agreements Bill (“the Bill”) was introduced to Parliament on 29 March 2022 and passed its first reading on 5 April 2022. The Bill provides a framework for collective bargaining of...Read More
The Government has announced significant changes to its Covid-19 response, including to: Remove Vaccine Pass requirements for businesses from 11.59pm on Monday 4 April 2022; Remove its...Read More
With Omicron at our doorstep, it is inevitable that New Zealand will be facing far higher levels of COVID-19 in the community this year. In the absence of full lockdowns, we anticipate that a lot...Read More