New ZealandTalent agency supporting Māori and Pasifika failed to pay model, then fired herErnestina Bonsu-Maru kept the money from one commission instead of paying her models. 20 Apr 11:00 PM
New ZealandERA hears ‘poo’ allegations against Christchurch Boys’ High headmasterSusan Mowat is giving evidence at an Employment Relations Authority hearing today. 01 Apr 02:58 AM
New ZealandEx-teacher claims unfair dismissal from top Christchurch boys’ schoolSusan Mowat is giving evidence at an ERA hearing today. 31 Mar 12:09 AM
New Zealand‘Worst f***ing flight’: CEO’s disdain at executive assistant over business-class seatNow the former employee has been awarded more than $100k in a personal grievance case.28 Mar 02:23 AM
New ZealandWorkplace banter or sexual harassment? Firefighter reinstated after wrongful dismissalFire and Emergency NZ aren't happy and are considering appealing the ERA decision.16 Mar 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Blindsided:' Farm worker wins $30k after being fired a week before ChristmasThe man said he had to beg and borrow from family to support his partner and children.09 Mar 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMauro Barsi: What happens when staff poach company clientsOPINION: It pays to obtain legal advice on complex restraint-of-trade issues.02 Mar 01:47 AM
New ZealandMigrant workers to receive $230,000 in compensation from nail salonThe women, who often worked every day without breaks, were initially paid $200 per week.28 Feb 06:45 AM
New ZealandTravel company to stump up $140k for unlawful pay cuts during the pandemicEmployee's wages were cut twice during the pandemic without his written consent.16 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandHealth NZ faces urgent legal action over thousands of proposed job cuts The Public Service Association says a net 1500 jobs could be cut in some departments. 12 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'Tirade of abuse': Ex-Platform editor wins payouts after incidents involving host Sean PlunketThe ERA finds an editor was treated unfairly and unreasonably after raising concerns.10 Feb 12:29 AM
New ZealandSPCA to pay $29,000 after flawed dismissal of volunteer coordinatorThe ERA ruled the dismissal process was unfair and disproportionate.08 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandA rock and a hard place: Jailed quarry worker loses job after unexplained absenceHis partner tried to inform the company, but the details were unclear.19 Jan 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Destroy her:' How a 16yo kitchen hand fought back against unfair dismissal - and wonERA finds restaurant bosses pressured her to sign a casual contract or lose her job.19 Jan 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘Never an employee’: Driver’s claim for unjust dismissal dismissedEmployment offer withdrawn after conditions unmet; man loses compensation bid.06 Jan 07:07 PM
New Zealand'Best estimate': Company told to put $4.5m on hold as redundancy payout dispute continuesChannel Infrastructure laid off 121 workers - and it's turned into a lengthy legal battle.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandEmbattled businessman under investigation for new Waiheke bike business'I didn’t mutate into an animal or Gremlin overnight,' Hoff-Nielsen said.10 Dec 12:27 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRuthi Bommoju: How to avoid costly mistakes in restructuring staffOPINION: If employers don't follow correct processes, a personal grievance case can ensue.08 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'Freaked out a bit': TVNZ star reveals why she quit and reaction; RNZ salaries jump $5m in a yearCommunity editors consider ways to save titles; Former leader takes Whakaata Māori to ERA.05 Dec 06:24 PM
EmploymentAggrieved by your employer, but also in the wrong? Your payout could be wipedBrooke van Velden details employment law change flagged in National-Act agreement.04 Dec 12:40 AM
New ZealandSeventy-hour weeks and no pay: Worker's nightmare in NZ superetteThe worker logged 437 hours in five weeks - all of which was unpaid.22 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandFired vet who tried to choke cow after lethal injection didn't work wins $35k payoutTony Austwick was unjustifiably dismissed after three customers made complaints about him.11 Nov 07:26 AM
New ZealandChristian Hoff-Nielsen on why he's back in the bike business after scandal'I didn’t mutate into an animal or Gremlin overnight,' Hoff-Nielsen said.25 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandEmployee who worked without pay for two years wins $240K from medical cannabis firmThe man worked for two years without pay.24 Oct 06:47 AM
New ZealandTeen fired from pizza delivery job takes on company - and wins $10kJake Pirret-Buik says he was wrongfully accused of stealing $50 and sacked on the spot.22 Oct 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSasha BorissenkoSasha Borissenko: Workers' rights are being erodedOPINION: Redundancies and return-to-office orders are on the rise.19 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandAir NZ worker on holiday sacked after using security card, bypassing Customs areaThe woman argued it was a 'one-off mistake' and she should not have been fired.09 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil CEO resigns amid claims of a toxic environment; ERA finds both sides at faultFar North Council CEO Blair King said he felt 'isolated' and lodged a PG in 2022.06 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandRitchies driver left man who had fallen under bus lying unconscious on footpathThe driver was dismissed after failing to assist the injured man or report the incident.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I am not a criminal:' Couple accused of migrant rort want compensation after winning appealThe court process destroyed their marriage and reputation - they want compensation.12 Sep 05:00 AM
New Zealand'They are entitled to closure': Developer's delays in paying migrant workers 'inexcusable'Malcolm Herbert challenged the ERA's ruling but then made 'no attempt' to follow it up.12 Sep 12:51 AM
New Zealand'Ashamed': Travel agent used company money for gas, food and house cleaningLee Harris quit his job at Blue Marine after an investigation into unauthorised spending.11 Aug 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentDarleen Tana's husband in court for traffic fine dispute, says he has split from former Green MPEXCLUSIVE: The man at the centre of political scandal speaks outside court.09 Aug 05:55 AM
NewsAir NZ cabin crew lose dispute over free breakfasts. The union plans to fight back'This was never about union versus union,' FAANZ said.06 Aug 06:53 AM
