Employers Newsletter August 2026

Published 12 Aug 2026

The Employment Leave Act 2026: A New Era for Leave Entitlements in New Zealand

After more than two decades of complexity and confusion, the Holidays Act 2003 is being replaced. The Employment Leave Act 2026 received Royal Assent on 6 August 2026 and will come into force on 6 August 2028...full story

Transferring Primary Carer Leave

An eligible parent can transfer primary carer leave entitlements to an eligible partner, provided both meet work criteria and the partner takes over primary responsibility for the child....full story

Health & Safety - the new laws

New Zealand's health and safety framework is set for its most significant update in over a decade. The Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill was passed on 1 July 2026, introducing changes to the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (HSWA) that will take effect on 1 April 2027...full story

Uber Employees or Contractors? A Five-Year Timeline

In 2021, four Uber drivers backed by unions took Uber to the Employment Court. Two appeals later Uber are now starting to settle with more than 1600 staff who have challenged their status....full story

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