Search results for ‘Employment’
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Trial periods
Found in Work / Finding and starting a job / Trial periods
A trial period is a timeframe that employers can use to find out if you are suitable for a job. An employer can dismiss you and you cannot raise a personal grievance for unjustified dismissal if the trial period was valid.
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Retirement age
Found in Work / Retiring from work / Retirement age
There is no official retirement age in New Zealand. The common age to retire is 65 when NZ Super and some other pension payments start.
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Taking unpaid leave
Found in Work / Annual holidays / Taking unpaid leave
You can take unpaid leave if your employer agrees to it. The agreement should be recorded in writing.
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Family violence leave
Found in Work / Family violence leave
If you, or a child in your care, are affected by domestic and family violence, you can ask your employer for paid family violence leave and flexible working arrangements.
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Taking parental leave
Found in Work / Parental leave / Taking parental leave
As well as maternity and paternity leave, there are other leave options for eligible parents and carers. You may be able to get parental leave payments from the government.
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Contact details by topic
Found in Contact NZ government / Contact details by topic
If you’re unsure who to contact, use the list below to work out which government organisation could help with your question.
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Bullying
Found in Law, crime and justice / Abuse, harassment and domestic violence / Bullying
Bullying is a form of aggressive or threatening behaviour — either at school, in the workplace or in the wider community.
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Dates for public holidays and anniversary days
Found in Work / Public holidays and work / Dates for public holidays and anniversary days
Dates when employees get national public holidays and regional anniversary days.
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Renovating your home
Found in Housing and property / Building and renovating / Renovating your home
If you’re renovating, make sure you use licensed tradespeople and get consents where you need them.
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Leaky homes
Found in Housing and property / Leaky homes
Check your property for signs of having a leaky home.