Employment
Poor political strategy fans pay equity fury
The government's lightning blitz on pay equity claims has left whole sectors devastated, and the public confused about what just happened. Audio
Mayor, community back Resene workers' battle for Living Wage
One worker said he had to choose between buying his child a birthday gift or paying the bills.
'I became and remain unemployable': former TVNZ presenter
The former TVNZ presenter has been granted his request to move his case to the Employment Court.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 14 May 2025
In today's episode, nearly a quarter of the money spent on National's FamilyBoost policy has been poured into administration costs, Labour says the government's move to quash 33 pay equity claims is… Audio
Resene workers call for living wage
It was a full house in St Bernadette's school hall last night as the Naenae community turned out in force to show its support for Resene workers calling for a living wage. Krystal Gibbens reports. Audio
Labour leader on govt's pay equity changes
Labour says the government's move to quash thirty-three pay equity claims is rough economic justice for half the population. Labour leader Chris Hipkins spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
The Panel with Paula Penfold & Phil O'Reilly (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Paula Penfold & Phil O'Reilly. The three of them discuss: the governments use of urgency for the Equal Pay Amendment Bill, the history of… Audio
The Panel with Paula Penfold & Phil O'Reilly (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Paula Penfold & Phil O'Reilly. The three of them discuss: a lack of funding for hospice care. Plus, do we need to re -think how we provide… Audio
Porn found on McSkimming's computer to be investigated
RNZ understands pornography found on the work computer of former deputy commissioner of police, Jevon McSkimming, is being investigated as alleged objectionable material. National Crime Correspondent… Audio
Work wanted: the thousands who can't get enough hours
Hundreds of thousands of people don't have as much paid work as they need - with labour market data showing fewer hours are being worked. Audio
Police deputy commissioner resigns after porn allegedly found on work computer
RNZ understands pornography has been found on the work computer of the former police deputy commissioner Jevon McSkimming. National Crime Correspondent Sam Sherwood spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
PSA and govt enter mediation over flexible working arrangements for govt employees
The Public Service Association starts mediation with the government on Tuesday, as the union wants to retain working from home arrangements for government employees. PSA National Secretary Fleur… Audio
Health NZ eyes $1.8b cost for unpaid leave dating back 15 years
$130m has been spent on consultants and contractors to fix Holiday Act compliance errors. Audio
Family speaks of financial desperation after redundancy, ERA ruling
A husband and wife who lost their jobs with a construction company say their family has at times gone without food as they struggle to recover, but they don't hold out hope an Employment Relations…
The rise of robots: Job takers or life savers?
From rice-sized brain surgeons to elderly caregivers. The robots are no longer coming - they're already here. Audio
'Arrogance': Protesters angry at government's pay equity law change
The pay equity legislation backlash continues, with one march in Nelson on Saturday attracting 1500 protesters.
Protesters gather at workplace minister's office
More than 1000 people walked to Brooke van Velden's Auckland office as part of nationwide protests against changes to pay equity law.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 9 May 2025
In today's episode, the government has opted against setting up a new compensation scheme for survivors of abuse in state care, in favour of putting more money into the current system, cheers of joy… Audio
Ever wanted to ditch the 9-to-5 and teach snowsports?
Workplace burnout and the Covid pandemic have sparked a rethink of the traditional 9-to-5 job.
$10k compensation after rosters changed to separate couple
But an employment expert says there can be legitimate rules about workplace relationships.
