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Here's a quick snapshot of recent updates for HR professionals.

Unjustified Dismissal in a Restructure

A recent case highlights the need for employers to provide sufficient financial information during restructuring processes. In this case, the NZAVS was found to have unjustifiably dismissed an employee due to a flawed redundancy process...

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Christmas & New Year Public Holidays

Here’s what you need to know for 2024/2025:

• Christmas Day: 25 Dec (Wed)
• Boxing Day: 26 Dec (Thu)
• New Year’s Day: 1 Jan (Wed)
• Day after New Year’s Day: 2 Jan (Thu)

Your obligations with office shutdowns and holiday pay →

Drug & Alcohol Policies

As we approach the festive season and workplace end of year functions, having a Drug and Alcohol Policy is a great way to manage behaviour through this period. Recent cases have highlighted the importance of having one in place...

More on employer responsibilities can be found on our blog →

Economic News: Quarterly Update

• Seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose to 4.8%
• Household living costs rose by 3.8% over the year ended
• Average mortgage rate increased to 6.38%
• The International Monetary Fund (IMF) expects global economy to expand by 3.2% in 2024 and 2025.

An in-depth look can be found on parliament.nz →

Upskill Yourself or Your Team

The following HR/ER related event and training workshops are coming up, don't miss out! Looking for more? See all upcoming events and training.

Essential Training for Health and Safety Reps (Stage One)

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Essential Leadership Skills

18 FEB - 29 APR 2025: Discover the foundations of sound leadership and how to apply this in practical terms to your own role.

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NZ Certificate: Workplace Health and Safety Practice (Level 4)

26 FEB 2025: Gain the skills, qualifications and recognition to plan, implement and evaluate your organisation's occupational health and safety policies.

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For specialist advice in any areas covered – or not covered – please contact me at hradvice@cecc.org.nz

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