Inflation data disguises continued higher cost of living for the poorest
Source: Council of Trade Unions – CTU
The Council of Trade Unions is concerned that today’s consumer price index (CPI) data shows that for the...
Essential migrant support workers relieved visa shock reversed – E tū
Source: Etu Union
Hundreds of essential skilled migrant workers in the aged care and disability support sectors are relieved they can go back to work...
WorkSafe report identifies steps for improving transport safety
Source: Worksafe New Zealand
22 July 2021
A cross-sector project between WorkSafe NZ and industry representatives has been established to help improve health and safety outcomes...
Missing detail essential in Government’s Emissions Reduction Plan says CTU
Source: Council of Trade Unions – CTU
The Government’s Consultation Document on the Emissions Reduction Plan needs to show how it will deliver on our...
Restaurant penalised for multiple COVID-19 breaches
Source: Worksafe New Zealand
29 December 2021
WorkSafe New Zealand has issued three infringement notices to a restaurant for failing to comply with COVID-19 requirements.
Christchurch restaurant...
Matariki public holiday
Source: Employment New Zealand
The Matariki Public Holiday Bill has been passed.
The Government has created a new public holiday for Aotearoa by passing the Te...
Imperial Tobacco closure blow to workers, community – E tū
Source: Etu Union
E tū says today’s confirmation that the Imperial Tobacco plant in Petone will close is a blow to the members as well...
Have you say – bullying and harassment at work
Source: Employment New Zealand
MBIE is releasing an Issues Paper on bullying and harassment (including sexual harassment) at work in New Zealand.
We particularly want to...
Do you need talented workers for seasonal work this summer?
Source: Employment New Zealand
Tertiary students can be a great source of employees for your businesses
Employment New Zealand and Student Job Search are producing a...
Election promise to security guards fulfilled
Source: Council of Trade Unions – CTU
The Council of Trade Unions is pleased that the Government has fulfilled an election promise to provide for...
Diving with underwater powered tools
Source: Worksafe New Zealand
31 May 2020
This technical bulletin clarifies whether the use of SSBA* or SCUBA* are suitable systems when using underwater powered tools.
What...
CO2 cylinders must be tested and stamped by reputable source
Source: Worksafe New Zealand
12 February 2021
WorkSafe has condemned the actions of a Hutt Valley man after he falsified a safety stamp on a CO2...
