Verbal Warnings
May 5, 2026
A common theme I see when employers come to me for support with employee issues is the belief that a “verbal warning” has already been given and should count as part of a disciplinary process. Often, this is raised when an employer is looking to escalate matters and rely...
Outplacement Support: Supporting People Properly Through ChangeChange is part of running a business. At times, that change means roles are no longer required. While the commercial drivers behind those decisions are often clear, how they are carried out has a lasting impact.O...
Strong leadership plays a critical role in the success of any organisation. Leaders influence culture, decision making, team performance and ultimately business outcomes. Yet many leaders receive very little structured feedback on how their leadership is experienced by the p...
Employment Law Changes on Dismissals: What NZ Employers Need to Know
February 18, 2026
The Government has passed changes to the Employment Relations Act that significantly affect how unjustified dismissal claims and personal grievance remedies work in New Zealand. These changes are particularly important for employers because they alter both who can bring cert...
The Government has proposed changes to employment law that are expected to be passed and come into effect soon, with the aim of providing greater certainty around contractor status. The proposed amendments would apply on a forward looking basis once enacted, meaning existing...
Can an Employer Cancel a Shift? What NZ Employers Need to Know
February 12, 2026
Employees often ask whether an employer can simply cut or cancel a shift. Employers, on the other hand, want to know how much flexibility they really have when work is quiet, demand drops, or staffing needs change. In New Zealand, the answer is that it depends on the employm...
KiwiSaver Changes in 2026: What NZ Employers Need to Know
February 4, 2026
KiwiSaver continues to evolve, and as we move through 2026 there are several important changes that employees and employers should be aware of. Some of the most significant updates took effect in mid 2025 and are already in place, while further changes are scheduled to roll ...
This is a question many employers only think to ask after it has already happened. A meeting feels routine at the time, but later an employee produces a recording, or refers to something that was said verbatim, and it becomes clear the conversation was captured without anyon...
This is a question employers ask frequently, particularly in small teams, during peak periods, or when several employees want leave at the same time. The short answer is yes, an employer can refuse an annual leave request, but only where the refusal is reasonable, lawful, an...
At some point, most employers will face an employee issue that feels more complex than expected. What may begin as a performance concern, behavioural issue, or ongoing tension can quickly escalate if it is not handled carefully. Employers often recognise that something needs...
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