Mike's whereabouts in June
Ashburton June 4/5th, 11th, 17th, 25th Westport Week beginning June 9 or 16?
Keeping you posted
I 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!
I want to make sure you always know what is happening in the world of human resources. Here I provide you with latest news and updates from Essential HR, as I identify them. This includes my own analyses, summaries of key legal developments month by month, and useful tips for your organisation.
Dairy Farm Employment Compliance and Effectiveness
The government’s Labour Inspectorate has just concluded a review of 44 farms nationwide in relation to their employment law compliance.
Employing Skilled Workers
The official unemployment rate in Canterbury is now only 3. 3% according to Statistics New Zealand – this is considered to be “full employment”.
Minimum Wages per fortnight
The government is proposing an interim measure to remedy a potentially massive problem for businesses in New Zealand off the back of some recent Court rulings.
Vocational pathways - helping people start careers
For any employer keen to help those just starting out, students studying NCEA level 2 upwards may be able to achieve vocational pathways - indicating particular interest/ability in one of…
Health and Safety Reform Bill
This Bill is going to introduce the Australian-based legislation that has been promised but from my perspective contains a number of concerns for small businesses.
Be careful not to discriminate when recruiting!
The Human Rights Review Tribunal (HRRT) has ordered an employer to release confidential information to an unsuccessful job applicant to help assess whether he was discriminated against on the basis…