EmploymentStranded worker wins $87k payoutWorker was denied entry to NZ following his employer's comments to Immigration NZ.06 Jul 10:13 PM
EmploymentTourism business ordered to pay ex-employee $29,000Employment Relations' judgement said Adventure Playground was its "own worst enemy".04 Jul 08:06 PM
Banking and financeStaff sacked: Bank employees on pressures of bonus cultureStaff have been sacked for deleting customer email addresses to prevent negative feedback.02 Jul 09:58 PM
New ZealandSacked for Facebook post: Kiwi worker's case with shades of FolauAmbo Ian Black wrote on Facebook colleague should be "shot with a ball of their own s***".27 Jun 11:23 PM
New ZealandHipkins: Teachers' pay offer 'the final deal'Education Minister says there's no more money for primary principals.26 Jun 03:00 AM
EmploymentERA 'risks setting unaffordable pay rates'A Mitre 10 employment case has sparked concern.25 Jun 06:40 AM
EmploymentCleaner makes a tearful plea for higher wages and industry-wide standardsReport says Fair Pay Agreements to bring social benefits and no negative economic impacts.25 Jun 02:09 AM
EmploymentMitre 10 workers win major ERA decisionFormer employee nearly "burst into tears with excitement" at the news.24 Jun 05:52 AM
New ZealandSanford workers: 'We will fight for our jobs''I have worked there for half of my life and they treat us like a number.'23 Jun 02:50 AM
EmploymentProposal could cut 30 jobs in small communityResult would be devastating for the community.20 Jun 06:38 PM
New ZealandFemale guard punched in nose at Waikato HospitalAn agitated patient broke the guard's nose while trying to leave the hospital.20 Jun 02:42 AM
EmploymentSingle mum left in lurch by employer wins $15k payoutSingle mum wins compensation after being unfairly dismissed.16 Jun 02:18 AM
New ZealandHobbit law stays: Minimum standards coming for film industry, but striking will be illegalA new law will allow film workers to collectively bargain, but not strike.13 Jun 01:48 AM
World#KuToo movement gains momentum after minister's high-heel demandMinister declares women wearing high heels "is necessary and reasonable" in the workplace.07 Jun 05:00 PM
EmploymentIs it normal to think about killing your boss?Research indicates that employers are a favourite subject of murder fantasies.07 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSecondary teachers to strike again on TuesdayThe PPTA's strike action for secondary teachers is due to kick off from Tuesday.30 May 04:18 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinion'Why I chose to stand with my teachers': StudentCOMMENT: 'It is about time we stood with them - for them.'29 May 06:36 AM
EmploymentTradie awarded $30k after boss sexually harasses herA female tradie given condoms and sexual health advice pamphlets by her boss.29 May 06:27 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionComment: Mum's fairness lesson in teachers' strikeCOMMENT: An open letter to Ministry of Education deputy secretary Ellen MacGregor-Reid.28 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNo talks: Most schools to close for strikeNo date for talks has been set yet, forcing most schools to close for tomorrow's strike.27 May 11:15 PM
New ZealandLow-income parents back higher teacher payAt least 20 parents from decile-1 May Rd School will march up Queen St with teachers.26 May 05:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBlind woman on $2.30 an hour gets minimum-wage job offerShe will be paid $123.90 for a 7-hour work day instead of her current $16.10.26 May 12:06 AM
New ZealandWoman wins $42k from firm which 'didn't hire' herThe woman worked remotely for the software business from England.24 May 03:40 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSt John strike action dispute between unions as pay negotiations heat upMorale among some St John staff is "horrendous" since the $21m payout by the Government.23 May 09:26 AM
New ZealandUrgent talks granted on teacher pay claimsEmployment Relations Authority will hear teachers' case again.23 May 01:56 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMega teachers' strike: All you need to knowTeachers are striking again next week - here's a guide to the issues.19 May 10:00 AM
New ZealandAngry teachers to vote on resuming talksTeachers accuse the Education Ministry of "riding roughshod" over normal practice.15 May 02:02 AM
New ZealandMajor delays loom for Auckland rail commutersAuckland workers who maintain and repair passenger trains are being suspended for a month.13 May 08:18 AM
EmploymentRestaurant owner ordered to pay $5000 for compliance failingsCase shows employers "cannot escape responsibility by on-selling their business".13 May 02:43 AM
New ZealandTeachers mega-strike: Some schools may still openConfusion remains high for parents as an unprecedented day of strike action looms.13 May 12:43 AM
New ZealandMega-strike: Teachers' historic action confirmed for May 29Historic first all-schools teachers' strike confirmed for May 29.12 May 02:53 AM
EmploymentSacked after one day: Cafe worker's total payout now $12,000Costs order tops up trial cafe worker's legal win to more than $12,000 for a day's work.12 May 01:00 AM
Employment$28,000 payout for bullied worker called 'lazy c-word'An arborist who alleged he was being bullied has been awarded more than $28,000.11 May 09:59 PM
EmploymentEx-police worker to pay cops' legal costsPolice have spent at least $840,000 defending claims made by one of its former workers.10 May 03:30 AM
