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Recent win for our client defending a personal grievance in the Employment Relations Authority
This recent ERA victory for our client highlights the importance of strong HR practices, sound employment law advice and support from experts like us.
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5 Common HR Questions in 2025
Running a business already comes with a long to-do list. You're navigating breaks, casual contracts, complaints, and conflict. Get one thing wrong, and the consequences can be costly. Here are some of the common questions we get asked by our clients.
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What is mediation between an employer and an employee?
If you’ve ever had an employee raise a grievance — and it wasn’t something that could be resolved over a coffee or quick phone call — you’ll know how quickly things can get complicated. If you're off to mediation, here's a quick breakdown of what to expect...
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HR Challenges in the Construction Industry: How to Build a Strong, Compliant Workforce
The construction industry is the backbone of New Zealand’s economy, yet managing HR in this sector comes with unique challenges.
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Your question answered: What do I do if my employee is being bullied?
When an employee reports bullying, an employer has a legal (and ethical) responsibility to address it promptly and effectively to ensure
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Understanding the New Zealand Wage Theft Bill and Its Implications for Employers
Criminalizing wage theft in New Zealand: Up to $5,000 in fines and one year of imprisonment for individuals, or fines up to $30,000 for
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Employer Guide to: Wage Deductions in New Zealand
Unlawful wage deductions can lead to legal troubles and damage your relationship with employees. This guide will help you navigate the rules
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Employer question: How do I use a 90 day trial safely?
#yourquestionsanswered How should an employer go about employing and dismissing people on a 90 day trial? With the new government's...
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