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Articles & Guidance
Insights and guidance from our legal team on topics that matter to you.
Business & Commercial
Workplace Discrimination: What Employers Must Know
Employer guidance on workplace discrimination obligations under the Human Rights Act and Employment Relations Act.
Flexible Work Requests: When to Approve, When to Decline
Employer guidance on handling flexible work requests under New Zealand employment law, including grounds for refusal.
Building a Sexual Harassment Policy That Works
Practical employer guidance on building an effective sexual harassment policy, investigation process, and response framework.
Pay Equity & Equal Pay: Employer Obligations
Employer guidance on pay equity and equal pay obligations under New Zealand law, including the Equal Pay Act and pay transparency.
Parental Leave & Return-to-Work Planning
Employer guidance on parental leave entitlements, keeping-in-touch days, and return-to-work planning under New Zealand law.
Health & Safety Breaches & Dismissal Risk
Employer guidance on dismissal for health and safety breaches, including investigation requirements and fair process.
Whistleblower Rights & Internal Reporting
Employer guidance on whistleblower protections under the Protected Disclosures Act, including internal reporting channels and retaliation risks.
Restraint Clauses: Enforcement & Risk for Senior Hires
Employer guidance on restraint of trade clauses, enforceability, drafting for senior hires, and managing departure risk.
Remote Work Agreements: What to Include
Employer guidance on remote work agreements, including health and safety obligations, equipment, hours, and performance management.
Taking a Case to the Employment Relations Authority
Employer guidance on the Employment Relations Authority process, including mediation, investigation meetings, costs, and timelines.
Working with Unions & Collective Agreements
Employer guidance on union relationships, collective bargaining, and managing collective agreements under New Zealand employment law.
Accredited Employer Obligations & Migrant Worker Risk
Employer guidance on accredited employer obligations under AEWV, migrant worker compliance, and managing immigration-related employment risk.
Employment Relations Act Changes (21 Feb 2026): What Employers Should Update
A practical employer summary of the 21 February 2026 changes and what to update in agreements, contractor arrangements, and internal processes.
KiwiSaver Changes from 1 April 2026: Employer Payroll Checklist
KiwiSaver default contributions rose to 3.5% from 1 April 2026. A practical employer checklist for confirming payroll settings, handling temporary rate reduction requests, and updating onboarding workflows.
Pay Discussions at Work: What Employers Can and Can't Do (Since 27 Aug 2025)
Employer guidance on pay discussion protections, pay secrecy clauses, manager reactions, and the documentation that reduces retaliation risk.
Wage Underpayment and the Crimes Act: What "Theft by Employer" Means in Practice
A practical employer overview of the offence often called theft by employer and what it means for payroll auditing, remediation, and governance.
Accommodation Deductions and Minimum Wage: Lessons for Hawke's Bay Employers
Employer-focused lessons from a Hawke's Bay accommodation and minimum wage case, with a practical checklist for deductions and payroll setup.
New Zealand Disputes Tribunal: A Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about the Disputes Tribunal. Covers jurisdiction limits, types of disputes, process, costs, and when to use it.
Limitation Periods in New Zealand: Time Limits for Legal Claims
Understanding time limits for legal claims. Covers contract (6 years), tort (6 years), employment (90 days), and when time starts running.
Company vs Trust: Which Structure for Your Business?
Companies and trusts serve different purposes. Understanding when each is appropriate helps you choose the right structure for your situation.
Moving from Sole Trader to Company
When your business outgrows sole trader status, incorporating offers liability protection and tax advantages. Here's what's involved in making the transition.
Warning Signs Your Business Is in Difficulty
Recognising early warning signs of business distress gives you more options. Here are the signals that should prompt immediate action.
Due Diligence: What to Check Before Buying a Business
A comprehensive due diligence checklist for business buyers covering financial, legal, and operational matters.
Asset Sale vs Share Sale: Understanding the Difference
Should you buy the company's assets or its shares? We explain what transfers under each scenario and why it matters.
Partnerships: When They Work and When They Don't
Should you form a partnership or choose another structure? We explain how partnerships work and when a company might be better.
Business succession planning in New Zealand
Your business is likely your largest asset. Learn how to plan for what happens when you step away.
Director duties and personal liability in New Zealand
Directors face personal liability when companies fail. Understand your duties and how to protect yourself.
The Incorporated Societies Act 2022: What your society needs to know
All incorporated societies must re-register by April 2026. Understand the new requirements.
5 Things to Consider Before Buying a Franchise
A franchise can be a proven pathway to business ownership. But like any significant investment, it demands careful due diligence before you commit.
