From 27 August 2025, a new law came into effect – the Employment Relations (Employee Remuneration Disclosure) Amendment Act 2025.
This change to the Employment Relations Act 2000 is aimed at promoting transparency and fairness around pay in the workplace. Read more
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Most employers will encounter tricky situations from time to time – but what happens when something occurs at work that could amount to serious misconduct? Read more
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As we step into a new year, it’s the perfect time to take stock of your HR practices and prepare for legislative changes on the horizon. Whether you’re managing a small team or a larger organisation, ensuring your HR house is in order can save time, reduce stress, and keep the people side of your business running smoothly.
Here are our recommended key areas to focus on in 2025: Read more
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We all know how busy things can get in the workplace, but it’s important to take the time to engage with your team and let them know you appreciate the value they bring to your business.
While working from home (WFH) arrangements can offer flexibility, help with employee retention and help you (as an employer) stay competitive, it also presents unique challenges – especially for small and medium-sized businesses.
As an employer, finding the right balance between supporting your team and maintaining productivity can be tricky. It is one I have grappled with myself as an employer. And of course, working from home is not practical for every business. There are some businesses where the work requires humans to actually be at work – like your traditional retail model, fixing cars, mowing and plumbing!
What are the top challenges of working from home arrangements? Read more
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How lucky are we to have so many amazing sportspeople shining on the world stage at the Olympics and Paralympics? Watching our incredible athletes push their limits and go for gold is nothing short of inspiring. They remind us of what’s possible when dedication, training, resilience, and passion come together.
Just like the Olympic athletes, our high-performance employees bring that same energy and drive to the workplace. They set the bar high, push themselves (and us!) to be better, and inspire everyone around them. So, what makes these superstars tick, and how can we help them shine even brighter? Read more
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Autumn is most definitely upon us with cooler weather and the trees starting to turn into those brilliant colours we love.
On the HR front, it’s time to think about updating wages for anyone who is on or close to the minimum wage. This applies equally to both waged and salaried employees. Read more
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The Covid era we are in continues to be an evolving landscape. For business owners and managers, the top of mind consideration is the Covid-19 vaccination and how it affects our workplaces. Read more
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This month’s article is a bit of a departure from our usual newsletter. Usually I write articles for employers, covering some HR issue or other that is burning a hole in my brain at the time!
But this month, I thought I would write some Q&A for teenagers who are starting a job, whether it’s part-time or full-time. If you have teenagers, this may come in handy when they are looking for their first job, or feel free to forward this information to friends and family with teenagers. As an employer you may also find some of this information useful when employing a young person.
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Pay Transparency Rules Have Changed – Are You Ready?
NewsFrom 27 August 2025, a new law came into effect – the Employment Relations (Employee Remuneration Disclosure) Amendment Act 2025.
This change to the Employment Relations Act 2000 is aimed at promoting transparency and fairness around pay in the workplace.
Read more
Managing Serious Misconduct in the Workplace…
News5 Key Things an Employer Needs to Know
Most employers will encounter tricky situations from time to time – but what happens when something occurs at work that could amount to serious misconduct?
Read more
Getting your HR house in order for 2025
NewsAs we step into a new year, it’s the perfect time to take stock of your HR practices and prepare for legislative changes on the horizon. Whether you’re managing a small team or a larger organisation, ensuring your HR house is in order can save time, reduce stress, and keep the people side of your business running smoothly.
Here are our recommended key areas to focus on in 2025:
Read more
Acknowledging Employee Milestones & Special Occasions
NewsWe all know how busy things can get in the workplace, but it’s important to take the time to engage with your team and let them know you appreciate the value they bring to your business.
Read more
Grappling With The Reality Of Employees Working From Home?
NewsWhile working from home (WFH) arrangements can offer flexibility, help with employee retention and help you (as an employer) stay competitive, it also presents unique challenges – especially for small and medium-sized businesses.
As an employer, finding the right balance between supporting your team and maintaining productivity can be tricky. It is one I have grappled with myself as an employer. And of course, working from home is not practical for every business. There are some businesses where the work requires humans to actually be at work – like your traditional retail model, fixing cars, mowing and plumbing!
What are the top challenges of working from home arrangements?
Read more
Let the Olympics & Paralympics Inspire Us
NewsHow lucky are we to have so many amazing sportspeople shining on the world stage at the Olympics and Paralympics? Watching our incredible athletes push their limits and go for gold is nothing short of inspiring. They remind us of what’s possible when dedication, training, resilience, and passion come together.
Just like the Olympic athletes, our high-performance employees bring that same energy and drive to the workplace. They set the bar high, push themselves (and us!) to be better, and inspire everyone around them. So, what makes these superstars tick, and how can we help them shine even brighter?
Read more
HR Checklist for Autumn
NewsAutumn is most definitely upon us with cooler weather and the trees starting to turn into those brilliant colours we love.
On the HR front, it’s time to think about updating wages for anyone who is on or close to the minimum wage. This applies equally to both waged and salaried employees.
Read more
Vaccination Facts for Employers
NewsThe Covid era we are in continues to be an evolving landscape. For business owners and managers, the top of mind consideration is the Covid-19 vaccination and how it affects our workplaces. Read more
Employing a Teenager
NewsMarch 2017
This month’s article is a bit of a departure from our usual newsletter. Usually I write articles for employers, covering some HR issue or other that is burning a hole in my brain at the time!
But this month, I thought I would write some Q&A for teenagers who are starting a job, whether it’s part-time or full-time. If you have teenagers, this may come in handy when they are looking for their first job, or feel free to forward this information to friends and family with teenagers. As an employer you may also find some of this information useful when employing a young person.
So, let’s get started…
Read more