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Probationary periods
Employers will appreciate that there are risks when hiring new employees. Whilst background checks and interview processes have their place, an employer does not really
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90-day personal grievance timeframe
As all employers should know, there is a 90-day timeframe for employees to raise a personal grievance, unless the grievance relates to alleged sexual harassment
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Minimum wage increase
From 1 April 2024, the adult minimum wage rate is set to increase from $22.70 per hour to $23.15 per hour – an increase of
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90-day Trial Periods are back!
All employers are now able to use trial periods, regardless of how many employees they employ. Previously, only small-to-medium sized employers (those with 19 or
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What’s Next for Employment Law under the new Government?
The final results of the New Zealand 2023 General Election are in, and a Coalition Agreement has been reached between the New Zealand National Party
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What Are My Obligations As An Employer When It Comes To KiwiSaver?
Saving for retirement can be daunting, but KiwiSaver is a practical solution that can help employees set themselves up for the future…