Managing age-diversity in the workplace
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People live longer than previous generations and many want or need to work later in life. As a result, managers may be dealing with a mix of young workers, mature…
UPDATE TO VACCINE MANDATES IN THE WORKPLACE
The Government has updated the sectors where COVID-19 vaccinations are mandatory for workers. Government vaccination mandates continue to apply for: Health and disability sector workers (includes aged care workers) Prison…
INCREASE TO MINIMUM WAGE 2022
New minimum wage rates from 1 April 2022 (before tax): Adult $21.20 (up from $20.00) Starting out $16.95 (up from $16.00) Training $16.96 (up from $16.00) If you have…
Family Violence Leave – Need to Know
Family violence affects many people in New Zealand. For example, it is estimated that up to 39% of women experience family violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime. The…
Sick leave entitlement increase
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,…