The Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra makes beautiful music. But one musician, who fled the Soviet Union, has been forced out on flimsy grounds, while others question the APO's management style. Chris Barton reports..

Now it seems there is a risk that employees could lose an entitlement to public holidays that fall during a closedown period

Workers took to the streets today to protest "the biggest labour reform in 20 years".

A pilot fighting to get his job back after being sacked amid allegations of alcohol and drug abuse worked for Pacific Blue.

Despite protests from Labour and unions, legislation that extends the 90-day employment probation period passed its first reading in Parliament today.

While the compulsory element of Australia's super scheme is referred to as an 'employer contribution', the distinction comes down to semantics, history and tax rather than a meaningful description of who bears the cost.

An effective contact centre will enhance a company's reputation and reward its employees.

Police want more young recruits and are about to launch a campaign to attract them as the average age of officers rises.

Whether it's the boss or the bureaucrats, the answer's the same: mind your own business.

Steven Slater has become a celebrity in his own right after losing patience with a passenger and making an emergency exit from a plane.

Using intelligent technology to improve our environment is paramount, writes Brett O'Riley.

The written word can have a significant impact - and often a more far reaching or greater impact than was intended and foreseen.