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November 2024 Newsletter

Friday November 1, 2024

This month we would like to congratulate our amazing Deputy Chair and Human Rights Lead, Tanya Pouwhare on her recent appointment to the board of Wine NZ. Your passion and drive will be as big an asset for them as it is for us, Tanya.

November is the last month of spring, and our delicious fruits and vegetables are ready to welcome us into the summer months. This month, we look into the NZEE Health and Safety Standard, the benefits of flexible working arrangements, and take a look at Work Safes manual handling risk assessment tools.

We take a look at the new supply chain reporting requirements for exporters to the EU, and who might be paying for those bargain prices with online shopping

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October 2024 Newsletter

Tuesday October 1, 2024

Welcome to our monthly newsletter, packed with insightful articles and updates on various topics relevant to the world of work and beyond.

Spring has sprung and this month, we delve into the NZEE Employing Seasonal Workers standard, hear from former prisoners who have found a career pathway in horticulture, and take a look at Work Safes priority plans and the agriculture sector.

We take a look at safeguards when hiring someone new, workplace policies and procedures, and the proposed Gateway test for determining if someone is a contractor or an employee.

We also look at the impacts on family life in the Pacific when parents are working in Australia and New Zealand, and the legal ramifications of migrant exploitation.

We are also very happy to welcome our newest partner - MyFarm Kiwifruit Fund.

Let’s navigate through the latest developments, trends, and challenges in today's employment landscape.

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September 2024 Newsletter

Monday September 23, 2024

Welcome to our monthly newsletter, packed with insightful articles and updates on various topics relevant to the world of work and beyond.

This month, we delve into the NZEE Employee Accommodation standard, explore the changes to Immigration New Zealand’s RSE scheme and the new Special Purpose and Events Visa (SPEV).

We also examine cases of employee abandonment and the consequences of poor record keeping. We look at the importance of employee consultation when considering major changes in the workplace and the results of the 2024 Workplace Wellbeing Survey.

Let’s navigate through the latest developments, trends, and challenges in today's employment landscape.

Oh, and happy Father’s Day to all the Dads, bonus Dads and carers who inspire us, nurture us, and fill our lives with love and warmth. Thank you for all that you do!

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Mike's Blog

Immigration Policy

Friday November 1, 2024

This month Mike, our chairman, discusses Immigration Policy and whether this is aligned with global trends.

Responsible Business Practices

Tuesday October 1, 2024

This month Tanya, our Deputy Chair and Human Rights Lead, discusses Responsible Business Practices and the golden opportunity New Zealand has to lead by example.

Sustainability and Human Rights

Monday September 23, 2024

This Month NZEE Chair Mike Chapman looks at the connection between sustainability and Human Rights.

A must read.

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