Disputes Tribunal orders dad to pay $6500 in school fees after he ignored payment requests for five years
According to the tribunal, the man was experiencing financial difficulties at the time and could not afford the…
NZ Super Fund votes against Elon Musk’s US$1 trillion pay package – but it carries easily
“We voted against in line with our customised policy and based on ISS [Institutional Shareholder Services] recommendations for…
Westpac CEO pay over $4 million, nearly double last year’s earnings and 55 times average Kiwi wage
“It’s fair enough as well. It’s right that it’s transparent. So from my view, whilst I don’t like…
Waiheke vineyard company Cable Bay Wine Ltd to pay $18,000 to fired worker
“[The company] said Ms Carozzi knew the booking query should have been referred to another staff member who…
How to survive financially after a lay off
How to survive a layoff and protect your finances As more Americans are losing their jobs, these tips…
Landlord of Auckland boarding house fails to pay $240,700 by deadline after tenancy breaches
TCIT national manager Brett Wilson said it was one of the largest sums that has been ordered when…
Tenancy Tribunal evicts Taupō pensioner from council flat after failing to pay rent
After that decision, the council undertook the necessary repairs and paid the fine, but the woman, whose name…
Northland public sector workers join nationwide ‘mega strike’ over pay and safety
“It’s about the future of our country. It’s about standing up for fairness, dignity and the essential services…
Live: Thousands rally in Rotorua as unions stage nationwide pay strike
“And they’ve given them no proper response to the resource issues – the short staffing, the breaking down…
Auckland tenants ordered to pay $27k for dog‑damaged rental home
“There were hundreds of flies. The floor at the entrance to the first bedroom has been damaged. It…
Auckland businessman Peter Mazany to pay $9k over old and crowded boarding house
He has acknowledged he was at fault, saying he didn’t fully understand the rules around boarding houses. Originally,…
Resene factory workers to strike for living wage after what union calls ‘insulting’ pay offer
“It’s pretty much like a slap in the face. Is this what they think of us? For them…