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Casual and part-time work aren’t the same and the law treats them differently. ⚖️From leave entitlements to ending emplo...
15/06/2026

Casual and part-time work aren’t the same and the law treats them differently. ⚖️
From leave entitlements to ending employment, it’s important to get it right.
Employers and employees should both understand the difference. Get the facts:
https://bit.ly/3NMk8Ye

The FIFA World Cup starts today. ⚽ Just as teams score their goals, you could too, by investing in your personal develop...
11/06/2026

The FIFA World Cup starts today. ⚽ Just as teams score their goals, you could too, by investing in your personal development. Goals can help by boosting skills, confidence, and job satisfaction. 🎉
Support your growth with clear development plans today ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4hfvL3X

Workplace disagreements happen but they don’t have to escalate. 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽Whether you’re an employer or an employee, there ar...
09/06/2026

Workplace disagreements happen but they don’t have to escalate. 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽
Whether you’re an employer or an employee, there are practical steps you can take to work through issues early and constructively.
Find guidance and support to help you navigate disputes below:
https://bit.ly/3HWTKb7

An Auckland-based landscaping company that made a migrant worker pay almost $45,000 for a job in New Zealand has been or...
03/06/2026

An Auckland-based landscaping company that made a migrant worker pay almost $45,000 for a job in New Zealand has been ordered by the Employment Relations Authority (ERA) to repay the money.

The Labour Inspectorate says charging workers for jobs is illegal and has no place in New Zealand.

Read more here➡️ https://bit.ly/4o5iGhj

Did you know you don’t get sick leave straight away when you start a new job?You become eligible after 6 months, and the...
02/06/2026

Did you know you don’t get sick leave straight away when you start a new job?
You become eligible after 6 months, and then you get more every year after that.
Find out more below ⬇️
https://bit.ly/3XJm46r

The owner of a now-liquidated kiwifruit contracting company has been ordered to pay $40,000 in penalties by the Employme...
28/05/2026

The owner of a now-liquidated kiwifruit contracting company has been ordered to pay $40,000 in penalties by the Employment Relations Authority (ERA) for exploiting migrant workers, including requiring one to pay more than $23,000 to secure his job.
Read more here ➡️ https://bit.ly/49u098C

Flexibility at work helps people balance life and responsibilities. 🤸🏼‍♂️Employees have the right to request flexible wo...
25/05/2026

Flexibility at work helps people balance life and responsibilities. 🤸🏼‍♂️
Employees have the right to request flexible working arrangements and employers must consider these requests fairly.
Understand the process: ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3NUGg2Q

It’s World Tea Day! 🍵 Whether you’re Team Tea or firmly in the Coffee Crew , one thing we all need is time to actually e...
20/05/2026

It’s World Tea Day! 🍵 Whether you’re Team Tea or firmly in the Coffee Crew , one thing we all need is time to actually enjoy our cuppa.
Under NZ employment law, taking your rest and meal breaks isn’t a luxury - it’s your right.
Curious about what breaks you’re entitled to?
Find out more here: https://bit.ly/4crKW7h

King’s Birthday is coming up on Monday 1 June. 👑Fun fact - King Charles III’s actual birthday is in November. When Edwar...
18/05/2026

King’s Birthday is coming up on Monday 1 June. 👑
Fun fact - King Charles III’s actual birthday is
in November. When Edward VIII abdicated in 1936 there were two king’s birthdays in one year - which was a bit confusing. So, the Government came up with an Act in 1937 that set an official date and helped form one of our public holidays.
More about public holidays and what it means for your mahi here: https://bit.ly/4dXDaSO

Everyone deserves to feel safe at work. Bullying can harm mental health, team culture, and productivity. 💗There are clea...
14/05/2026

Everyone deserves to feel safe at work.
Bullying can harm mental health, team culture, and productivity. 💗
There are clear steps to prevent and respond to it. Know your rights and responsibilities: ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3Y77QMz

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