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NZ HR Awards Finalists named

Human Resources New Zealand (HRNZ), in association with Principal Sponsor LHH, are pleased to announce the finalists for the 2021 NZ HR Awards. The winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on 4th March 2021 at The Cordis Auckland. Congratulations to the following individuals and organisations.

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Pre-shift Health Screenings Via Your Employees Phone

The COVID-19 pandemic is changing how we all work, and safety standards and guidelines are constantly evolving. The pandemic has put many businesses on alert to ensure they are providing their employees with a safe work environment whilst following public health guidelines to ensure the continued success in limiting the spread of COVID-19 in New Zealand.

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NEW Podcast - Why HR needs to pay attention to Sustainable Development Goals

In the latest HR Chats with Te Radar podcast, Bridget Williams discusses Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and why it is important that human resources professionals champion these within their organisation and the wider industry...

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Are current employment laws upholding tikanga māori in the workplace?

if the Employment Relations Act 2000 (Act) centres itself upon the overarching importance of relationships, why do Tikanga Māori and Te Ao Māori, which place high value on community and solidarity, not form a part of this consideration?

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Rostering Automation: The #1 Transformation You Need to Consider

If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that we all need to be prepared for the unexpected—whether good, bad, or ugly. While some businesses sadly have had to shut their doors, others have thrived in the face of these uncertain times.

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FREE screening of The Girl on The Bridge available to HRNZ Members!

If you are a HRNZ Member and would like to watch the film online, it can be made available to stream for free for a limited time...

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new border entry exceptions for holders of certain types of work and resident visas

On 8 October INZ published the long awaited amendments to New Zealand’s border restriction policies...

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Simplifying COVID-19 Contact Tracing and Employee Notification in the Workplace

Here's three steps to help your company prepare to address any confirmed or suspected COVID-19 employee exposure in the workplace...

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Future HR Capabilities - HRNZ survey report

HRNZ has been researching members’ perceptions about the future capabilities required of HR professionals. We are interested in the factors that will drive change in HR and how these factors will impact on the HR profession...

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Mental Health resources and support available

It is Mental Health Awareness week (21-27 September) and this year’s theme is Reimagine Wellbeing Together He Tirohanga Anamata. This article guides you through some of the helpful resources available...

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Spotlight on employee payments under lockdown

With MBIE overrun with employment disputes arising out of the COVID-19 response, decisions have begun to emerge from the ERA answering some important questions regarding the correct approach to the impact of lockdown on employee entitlements...

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2020 Diversity Awards Winners announced

Winner of Diversity Works NZ's 2020 Diversity Awards NZ announced...

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