Latest CPI data
The CPI figures for the year to 30 June 2014 have just been released at 1. 6%, which is very consistent with inflationary pressures in the preceding 6 months.
Keeping you posted
We aim to share short, informative posts on current developments and ideas in the HR space that are of practical use to employers and employees alike!
The Essential HR Team wants to make sure you always know what is happening in the world of human resources. Here we provide you with latest news and updates from Essential HR, as we identify them. This includes our own analyses, summaries of key legal developments month by month, and useful tips for your organisation.
Get the 90-day trial right!
Yet another case has highlighted the importance of getting the detail of your 90-day trial clause right in Employment Agreements.
Small Business Sector Report
The very first Small Business Sector Report has been released by Minister Steven Joyce, revealing valuable information on the sector which the Minister describes as the "backbone of the New…
Social networks – how useful are they as a recruitment tool?
With the labour market in Canterbury approaching full employment, many businesses are reporting difficulties finding talented staff.
Alternate Days in Lieu
An interesting court case (NZ Aluminium Smelters) has confirmed that pay for a lieu day must be at the rate of what they would have earned – so 12-hr shift…
MBIE Report on law change effectiveness.
The Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment has just released a report on the impact of recent changes to the Employment Relations Act and the Holidays Act.
Payment for Annual Leave – many employers either underpay or under-accrue. Do you get it right?
The Holidays Act specifies that Annual Leave must be paid out at the greater of "ordinary weekly pay" and "average weekly pay".
New Health and Safety regulations
The government has issued a draft set of regulations to support the new Health and Safety at Work Act.