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Modern Slavery Act


Published 12 Jun 2026

We have a Modern Slavery Act in the making. Eight years behind Australia so far, our Modern Slavery Bill has passed its first reading in Parliament with broad cross-party support. As it stands it will have limited impact on small to medium businesses. Read more here: www.employers.co.nz/modern-slavery-bill-may-2026-newsitem.aspx