MyHR Blog
Posts by: Sylvie Thrush Marsh, Chief Evangelist
22 Sept 2026
Employment law update
Personal grievances: New high-income threshold for dismissal claims
Under changes to the Employment Relations Act, employees who earn $200,000 a year or more are...
16 Sept 2026
HR Compliance
How employers can reduce personal grievance risk with sound HR support
A personal grievance is a legal claim an employee or ex-employee can bring against an employer over...
08 Sept 2026
Termination
HR platforms and employee termination: why software alone isn't enough
Ending an employee’s employment is something every business needs to do correctly. In New Zealand,...
04 Sept 2026
Termination
The complete guide to constructive dismissal in New Zealand
TL;DR - Employment.govt.nz defines constructive dismissal as when “an employee resigns but the law...
06 Aug 2026
Employment law update
Proposed law change to make it easier to dismiss staff
A private member’s bill introduced to parliament in November 2024 aims to change the Employment...
27 May 2026
Recruitment
The complete guide to effective applicant screening
There’s a vacancy in your organisation. You’ve posted a job ad online, told all your networks, and...
20 May 2026
Recruitment
10 common recruitment mistakes employers make (and how to avoid them)
Hiring the wrong employee can cost small businesses significant time, money, and productivity....
23 Apr 2026
Performance & development
8 proven strategies for upskilling employees
You can never guarantee employees are going to be the perfect fit for the job or the company when...
15 Apr 2026
Employee Retention
5 signs for when to promote an employee
Employee satisfaction is a key factor in leading a strong team - regardless of business size or...
14 Apr 2026
Health & Safety
Steps for implementing a workplace drug and alcohol policy in New Zealand
Drugs and alcohol in the workplace can present real problems for employers, exposing your business...