Probation vs Trial Period: What NZ Employers Need to Know
November 19, 2025
Many New Zealand employers get confused about the difference between a probationary period and a trial period. While both relate to the early stages of employment, they serve very different purposes and come with very different legal rights and risks.With the law being stric...
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