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Managing immigration compliance risk: what employers need to know

Immigration can bring a whole new level of compliance risk to your business. Here are some practical steps to navigate...

What counts as “deliberate”? The Johnstone case and the new s 123B

A new question has arisen under s 123B: when does conduct cross the line from poor judgment into deliberate serious...

Age discrimination in employment: An update on McGearty v Air New Zealand 

When does age discrimination in employment fly, and when doesn't it? This case explores the topic....

Government opens major consultation on the Employment Dispute System: What it means for employers and employees

If you have navigated the employment dispute process, you can now have your say and help shape what it could...

Special paid leave

Paid special leave can be a helpful discretionary tool in a range of circumstances, but it’s important to note it’s...

Immigration update: Self‑employment permissions for work visa holders

Changes to the work rights attached to open work visas in New Zealand come in in April 2026....

When redundancy meets culture

If you have cultural values written into your employment agreements - these need to be considered across all employment matters,...

AI in your workplace: Getting it legally right

Staying ahead of AI in your workplace is critical - but where do you start as an employer?...

When known health and safety risks go ignored

Two construction companies face $800,000 in fines following a non-fatal trench collapse....

Copeland McAllister promotes two lawyers to Senior Associate

Copeland McAllister is delighted to announce the promotion of two employment lawyers....

Accredited Employer Work Visa: Employer FAQs

What is the AEWV scheme? Do I need accreditation? What are the associated fees? We answer your immigration questions about...

Trusts and trustees – now prosecuted as PCBUs under HSWA

We take a look at a case which explores the question of whether Trusts and trustees are PCBUs under the...

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