Employment Press Releases, New Zealand

Osteopaths Stand in Solidarity with Allied Health Workers and Teachers

Osteopaths New Zealand (ONZ) has declared its support for allied health workers and primary school teachers planning to strike on 23 October, in what could be the country’s largest collective action in decades. ONZ Chair Anj Young says the strike highlights systemic issues of undervaluation, unsafe staffing, and workforce shortages, urging government and Health New Zealand to engage constructively with unions to ensure sustainable, high-quality care for communities.

VisaAide Streamlines Accreditation Renewals

VisaAide, a leading professional immigration advisory service in New Zealand, is revolutionising the employer accreditation renewal process by offering expert guidance and up-to-date information. With the first phase of accreditation renewal due in July 2024, VisaAide’s mission is to ensure your business remains compliant and operational without experiencing unnecessary declines or incurring extra charges.

Immigration New Zealand Cracks Down on Employer Non-Compliance

Leading visa and immigration consultancy, VisaAide, is urging New Zealand employers to make sure they’re up to date with their accreditation and compliant with New Zealand employment laws and standards, plus the Immigration Act 2009.

Understanding Fair Pay Agreements Bill

This is the most significant amendment to the employment relations act since its inception in 2000.

Above and Beyond Employers Award

In recognition of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Workbridge recognises special employers who have gone above and beyond to show their commitment to creating a more inclusive workplace.

Small Business owners who are disabled get a helping hand to grow digital

Small business owners who are disabled can get help growing their digital capacity, thanks to a new pilot initiative operated by Workbridge and funded by the Department of Internal Affairs.

Myjobspace Shows Support to Employers

Free job posting for Employers at Myjobspace available up to 30th June 2020.

Unemployment: New Zealanders Just Don’t Want to Work

The latest statistics show that more kiwis are unemployed – 4.3% of the workforce. So why are all of these people out of work? Yes, there is the argument that the number of new jobs being created is down, but what about the shortage of workers in key industries like Trades & Construction? The fact of the matter is, there are people out there who could work, but they choose not to.

High Tech Youth Target Maori and Pacific Youth for ICT Jobs

High Tech Youth, one of New Zealand’s largest after-school cyber learning programs for young people in underserved communities, has set its sights on filling all currently vacant technology and ICT jobs by 2020. The not-for-profit organisation is bringing together over 70 schools, community groups and leaders from New Zealand’s top technology companies to an Indigenous Innovation Hui at the end of this month in Auckland.

New Year start-up gives car owners passive income

A new business launched in Auckland this week gives car owners a means by which they can earn passive income by advertising on their vehicles.

Seeking Employment in Australia?

Australian employers are considering hiring staff from overseas to work in Australia as they cannot locate them from the domestic market.

Skills for Canterbury in Budget 2011

Budget 2011 will provide up to $42 million for trades training for the Canterbury region, Tertiary education Minister Steven Joyce says. Funding is being set aside for up to 1500 additional training places as part of a comprehensive cross-agency response to meet additional demand for labour for the reconstruction programme called “Skills for Canterbury”.

Odd Jobs and Casual Labour

A new and innovative casual labour board now available on the internet. A helping hand where it’s needed.

Government Initiative to Help Young People into Employment

The Government is investing over $55 million to get more young people employed, into training schemes, and onto volunteer programmes. The initiatives are focused on providing skills and training for young people so they have the opportunity of developing a good career.

Automotive Employment NZ Offering Free Service to Christchurch

Automotive Employment NZ has offered to support victims of the September 22 Christchurch earthquake by offering fixed-term automotive jobs to displaced automotive industry employees in the Canterbury region.

Christchurch Earthquake Support Package – Further Details

Further details regarding the initial earthquake support package for Christchurch businesses and employeees.

Initial Earthquake Assistance Package for Christchurch

An initial earthquake assistance package has been announced for Christchurch businesses and workers. The six week package consists of an Earthquake Support Subsidy to help employers pay wages, and an Earthquake Job Loss Cover to support employees whose jobs are no longer viable.

Employment Trial Periods Positive Impact

Minister of Labour Kate Wilkinson has welcomed new research showing trial periods had a positive impact on job numbers for small employers at a time of rising unemployment.

Managing Remuneration Decisions with Pivot

Pivot Software has released “(DON’T) Show me the Money” highlighting the new reality of managing remuneration decisions.