New Health and Safety regulations
The government has issued a draft set of regulations to support the new Health and Safety at Work Act.
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.
Mike's whereabouts in June
Ashburton June 4/5th, 11th, 17th, 25th Westport Week beginning June 9 or 16?
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.