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Is in-house HR the best way for your business?

Is having an internal team (or individual) managing your HR functions the best way to go or would you be better off outsourcing it?

How to get the best out of probationary periods

Updated: 13 February 2024.

For most businesses, 90-day trial periods are the perfect tool for making sure a new employee is right for the job, especially since the law change in December 2023 that

How expert HR support will reduce your chance of a personal grievance

No employer enjoys having to take disciplinary action against an employee. Even more sapping is having to deal with a personal grievance from an employee or ex-employee.

10 common employment agreement mistakes

In New Zealand, an employment agreement is the fundamental legal document between an employer and an employee.

Getting employment agreements and HR compliance right

For many small and medium-sized companies, ensuring all your HR processes and documentation are in order and meet your legal obligations can be a tough challenge.

Workplace drug testing

The issues of drugs at work is a major concern to many employers. But how significant is this problem in New Zealand workplaces?

The right employment agreement

The case of a “casual” nanny who was sacked by text message getting paid out more than $5K highlights the importance of getting the nature of the employment relationship and the supporting