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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
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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...
27 Aug 2026
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Employer process for terminating employment in New Zealand
TL;DR: In New Zealand, an employer can only end someone's employment if they have a valid reason...
27 Aug 2025
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How to conduct exit interviews: tips for New Zealand employers
Interviewing an employee who is leaving the business is good practice, particularly if you are...
19 Aug 2025
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HR basics: Offboarding
Taking care of the last part of an employee’s tenure may not seem as important as other stages of...
14 Aug 2025
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9 common mistakes employers make when terminating employment
Ending a person’s employment can be a bit of a minefield. Disagreements, high emotions, personal...
05 Jun 2025
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Terminating employment due to medical incapacity
People often get injured or suffer from illness. For minor ailments like a broken arm or a flu,...
12 Nov 2024
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Silent firing
In the years since the Covid pandemic, there has been a lot of talk about “quiet quitting” - when...
06 Aug 2024
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What to do when an employee doesn't work their notice period
What happens when an employee is about to finish employment with the organisation (either because...
11 Dec 2020
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Terminating employment - Part 2: Employee-led termination
In an ideal world, every employment relationship would end neatly and amicably, but the reality is...