Sick leave entitlement increase
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From 24 July 2021 the sick leave entitlement will increase from 5 days to 10 days. Employees will get the extra five days when they reach their next entitlement date.…
Using Trial Periods Correctly
Trial periods are an important tool to protect employers from hiring an employee who may not have the right skills or work ethic required for the job. They are for…
How to support an employee returning to work after illness or injury
An employee may have time away from work to recover from physical or mental illness, an injury or to care for someone else. They need your support during their recovery…
COVID-19 Vaccinations in the Workplace – Need to know
The COVID-19 vaccine rollout started on 20 February this year. The vaccination is free and available to everyone in New Zealand, aged 16 and over. The COVID-19 vaccination is not…
Bereavement Leave Update
Employees are now entitled to bereavement leave if they have a miscarriage or stillbirth. They are also entitled to bereavement leave, if they are directly affected by someone else’s loss.…
Minimum Wage Increase
The adult minimum wage will increase, from $18.90 to $20.00 per hour on 1 April 2021. The starting-out and training minimum wage rates will also increase on 1 April 2021,…
Leave entitlement & Public Holiday’s refresher
Most New Zealanders will take annual leave during summer. There are also a few public holidays coming up. But what leave are employees entitled to? Here’s a refresher ahead of…
Preview: Law Changes for 2021
New tax rate for Kiwi’s top earners The new 39% top tax rate bill has made law. From 1 April 2021, Kiwis with a personal income over $180,000 will be…
The Ten Things You Must Include in an Employment Agreement
Getting a new team member on board is exciting! An employment agreement is crucial for a great start to a long and healthy working relationship. Every employee must have a…
Triangular Employment Amendment Act 2019
An amendment to the Employment Relations Act 2019 came into force on 28 June 2020. It enables an employee to include a ‘controlling third party’ in a personal grievance claim.…