Employment
Pay parity scheme for early childhood teachers scrapped
The union says its members are "absolutely infuriated" about the move. Audio
Union takes legal action against MBIE over flexible working
The department's move to restrict working from home is in line with government direction, but the PSA says it goes against its collective agreement. Audio
Newly qualified ECE teachers will collectively lose $22 million: Cabinet paper
A Cabinet paper shows newly qualified early childhood teachers will collectively lose as much as $22 million over the next two years. Education correspondent John Gerritsen spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Union takes MBIE to court over work from home crackdown
The union representing public servants has taken MBIE to court over their crackdown on work-from-home arrangements. PSA National Secretary Fleur Fitzsimmons spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Professional firefighters' union members reject latest pay offer
But Fire and Emergency says it believes the offer is "fair" balancing staff's cost of living pressures alongside the agency's fiscal pressures.
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 24th July 2025
In today's episode, polytechnics are cutting more than 500 courses and nearly a thousand jobs so they can stand alone financially once mega-institute Te Pukenga closes; A year into a four-year… Audio
Secondary teachers union rejects one of lowest pay offers ever
The offer was well below the 14.5 percent over three years won through arbitration in 2023. Audio
Polytechs to cut hundreds of courses and jobs
Polytechnics are cutting more than 500 courses and nearly a thousand jobs so they can stand alone financially once mega-institute Te Pūkenga closes. Education correspondent John Gerritsen spoke to… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 22 July 2025
Jesse Mulligan is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer José Barbosa to preview this evening's marlarky. Audio
How old is too old for recruiters?
A new report from the Australian Human Rights Commission and the Australian Human Resources Institute says that people over 50 are considered as "older" and that many employers are reluctant to hire… Audio
Four-day work week reduces burnout and improves job satisfaction - study
The Boston College research held six-month trials across 141 organisations, including some in New Zealand. Audio
Study reveals positive impacts of four-day work week
A new study has revealed a four-day work week can improve employee wellbeing, confidence and job satisfaction. Umbrella Wellbeing Principal Psychologist Dr Dougal Sutherland spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Defence cuts 255 civilian roles to focus on front line
The agency says the changes will help it focus on 'maintaining combat readiness and delivering on core military activities'.
YMCA staff worry about 'devastating' job loss if restructure happens
YMCA North staff who work in the Auckland accommodation team say they worry about their mental health deteriorating and safety being compromised, if a proposed restructure goes ahead.
Working from home: Hospitality businesses still struggle for customers
People may be spending more time in the office, but many hospitality businesses say they are yet to see a significant lift to their revenue.
'Boys club' culture among detectives, senior police manager alleges
A toxic workplace and allegations of bullying were among complaints brought by Bridget Doell at an ERA hearing in Whangārei.
The Panel with Holly Bennett and David Farrar Part 1
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Holly Bennett and David Farrar. Employers won't be able to stop staff from talking about their pay in new legislation being backed across… Audio
Wellington mayoral candidate ordered to pay ex worker almost $30k
The ERA found Graham Bloxham deducted PAYE tax from an employer but there was no evidence he paid the money to the IRD.
National joins Labour to back pay transparency bill
A bill protecting workers who talk about pay has passed its second reading with rare cross-party backing.
Wellington sushi stored fined over treatement of 'vulnerable' migrant worker
Well Sushi failed to meet a range of employment standards, the Employment Relations Authority said.