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Employment law changed in Feb 2026, giving employers more flexibility. But fair process and an up-to-date IEA still matter most. Time to review yours? EQ Consultants can help.

The Employment Leave Bill will reshape how leave is calculated and managed. Understand the key changes, upcoming timelines and how your business can prepare with confidence.

Minimum wages rise from 1 April 2026. Find out the new rates, who they apply to, and the key steps employers must take now to stay compliant and manage pay, payroll, and budgets.

New 2026 law introduces a gateway test to classify independent contractors. From 21 Feb 2026 it applies to most arrangements, overriding start dates, with limited exceptions for earlier proceedings.

With recent and upcoming NZ employment law changes and evolving workplace practices, now is the ideal time for employers to review and update their Individual Employment Agreements.

NZ has introduced a law removing unjustified dismissal rights for employees earning $200k+, with a 12‑month transition period and options to contract out.

From 1 April 2026, KiwiSaver rates rise to 3.5% and new rules apply to younger employees, making advance planning essential.

Here's how the new Holidays Act 2003 reform changes employer obligations, sick and annual leave accrual, and employee entitlements for NZ workplaces.

In NZ, trial periods are only valid if staff are advised to seek independent advice before signing an employment agreement, or dismissals risk grievance claims.

Employee won $7,500 payout after the ERA ruled dismissal for poor attendance was unjustified - here's what NZ employers must do before termination.

New rules aim to cut compliance costs for NZ manufacturing businesses - here's how changes to guarding regulations seek to reduce risk, cost, and red tape.

What every NZ employer should know about the bill moving to end pay secrecy - the legislation affects how remuneration and salaries are discussed.