Media Releases & News Updates
Avoiding Christmas Party Disasters at the Workplace
November 9, 2022 | Adam Wyatt
As workplaces around New Zealand wind down for another year, employers are turning their minds to one of the most anticipated yet nerve-wracking events on their calendars – the office Christmas party.
Worsening labour shortages forces agricultural sector to evaluate next steps
September 1, 2022 | Adam Wyatt
Agricultural businesses in New Zealand are currently experiencing one of the highest labour shortages in its history. Farmers, business owners, and growers are dealing with a range of issues that are being felt nationwide with multiple crop losses and recent floodings. These issues and the additiona
Two Deaths in Six Days Sparks Review into Industry Safety
May 12, 2022 | Adam Wyatt
The New Zealand (NZ) Government have ordered reviews into Shipping and Port Operations, after the deaths of two men from the industry just six days apart raised alarms about national safety practices.
Fair Pay Agreements Bill Passed into Law
November 27, 2022 | Adam Wyatt
The Fair Pay Agreements Bill has been passed into law. The new bargaining system will take effect on 1 December 2022. This agreement system brings unions and employer associations together within a sector to bargain for minimum employment terms for all covered employees in an industry or occup
Resilience Fatigue-The Silent Epidemic Faced by Employers
October 6, 2022 | Adam Wyatt
Resilience fatigue is the silent epidemic facing employers across the country. Having just suffered through a seemingly unending pandemic, small business owners find themselves battling on all fronts. The emotional distress of the past, coupled with rising uncertainty of the future and chronic labou
We, in NZ, Do Not Appear to Be Learning From Our Mistakes
September 7, 2022 | Adam Wyatt
Reports of a Hawke’s Bay roofing company being ordered to pay $65,000 in fines and reparations has prompted increased scrutiny over poor standards of workplace safety across New Zealand.
New anti-smoking laws a win for employers striving to keep a safe and clean workplace
December 8, 2021 | Adam Wyatt
Employers will soon be able to better ensure a smoke-free environment in and around their workplace, following the announcement of new laws that will make it illegal for young people to ever purchase cigarettes.
Mental Health And Why It Matters In The Workplace
September 27, 2022 | Adam Wyatt
26 September to 2 October is Mental Health Awareness Week in New Zealand and this year’s theme ‘Reconnect’ reminds businesses about the importance of mental health at the workplace. Businesses across the country have been struggling due to the disruptive few yea
Forged Medical Certificates: Slap on the Wrist or Serious Misconduct?
September 7, 2021 | Adam Wyatt
Sick leave has quickly become one of the biggest challenges facing businesses in 2021, particularly during the latest COVID-19 outbreak.
Fair Pay Agreements Bill Passes Third Reading
October 31, 2022 | Adam Wyatt
[1]The New Zealand parliament recently passed on the third reading of the Fair Pay Agreements bill last week and employers will receive detailed guidance on 1 December.
Employsure New Zealand Receives Feefo Gold Trusted Service Award
February 10, 2023 | Adam Wyatt
Employsure New Zealand has won the Feefo Gold Trusted Service Award, an independent seal of excellence, which recognises businesses that consistently deliver a world-class client experience.
Kiwis Lacking in Creativity? New Research Reveals Business Sentiment and Impact of AI at Work
September 4, 2023 | Adam Wyatt
New Zealand, 5 September 2023 – New research released today delves into how Kiwi small business owners and operators are feeling about the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in their workplaces, and the impact it’s having on business operations.
Employers to bear the brunt of one of the sharpest minimum wage rises in history
February 10, 2022 | Adam Wyatt
Employers still recovering from the pandemic will soon be hit with another financial blow, with the national minimum wage soon set to rise by a steep 6% – a .2% increase from last year’s increase.
Employers need a plan when work from home restrictions eventually lift or risk losing employees
March 3, 2022 | Adam Wyatt
While businesses across the country are currently operating at red, now is a good time for employers to look to the future and work out exactly how the workplace will operate when work from home recommendations end.
Budget 2021 – Benefits Over Business
May 21, 2021 | Adam Wyatt
The lack of funding for small business in the Budget indicates the Government is not aligned to support a strong economic rebuild for employers, according to Employsure, New Zealand’s largest workplace relations advisor.
Blinded by uncertainty: Covid wage subsidy errors hit business hard
March 6, 2022 | Adam Wyatt
Government guidelines on wage subsidies need to be clearer to help small business owners stay out of trouble, as more are fined for unfairly dismissing staff.
Valentine’s Day – Can employers control a workplace romance?
February 13, 2022 | Adam Wyatt
There is no point denying it, romance can blossom in the workplace. Co-workers often spend more time together than their own family, and the shared experience of working together can lead to the formation of strong emotional bonds between colleagues.
Wild Things You Never Thought HR have to deal with
May 19, 2023 | Adam Wyatt
You could be forgiven for thinking that HR’s role is limited to hiring and firing. But there’s a lot more to HR than that. In fact, in celebration of the upcoming International HR Day on 20 May; we wanted to shine a spotlight on HR professionals all over the world for whom no two da
Minimum Wage Hike Yet Another Blow to SMEs
February 9, 2023 | Adam Wyatt
The New Zealand Government made an announcement that minimum wage will rise to $22.70 per hour from 1 April 2023. This is an increase of $1.50 per hour from the current hourly rate of $21.20. While the hike is seen and a major step forward for countless employees; sm
Resilience Fatigue- The Silent Epidemic
March 1, 2023 | Adam Wyatt
Resilience fatigue is the silent epidemic facing employers across the country. Having just recovered from the pandemic, and slowly getting back on their feet; small business owners are finding themselves battling on all fronts. The emotional distress of the past, coupled with the rising uncertainty