A top Goldman Sachs economist says AI will displace the jobs of 15 million US workers
AI adoption may displace 15 million US jobs, says Goldman Sachs economist Joseph Briggs. History shows that new…
BNZ staff stunned as key benefits scrapped for thousands of workers
Workers at a major New Zealand bank say they’re shocked and facing immediate financial distress after “sudden” cuts…
BNZ staff stunned as key benefits scrapped for thousands of workers
The employee said the changes were announced in an email titled “BNZ staff banking proposition” and were framed…
Kiwifruit company Dosanjh Horticulture Limited and director to pay $135k for labour breaches
What were the breaches? MBIE said the case involved a wage “banking” arrangement that resulted in the workers…
Former Whangārei Coin Saver owner Snehal Patel accused of blackmail and migrant exploitation
Cole said that, for seven years, Patel underpaid multiple workers by more than $1 million, kept them in…
Why taxing a shrinking pool of workers more isn’t the way to pay for our ageing population, ANZ chief economist Richard Yetsenga argues
He believed it would be difficult for governments to keep taxing a shrinking pool of working people (as…
Mother Dana Pike sentenced after violent assault on Nelson daycare staff
The victim, who spoke at the hearing, and who spoke on behalf of the other victim, said she…
Coroner calls on WorkSafe to investigate orchard worker’s death in all-terrain vehicle collision
Coroner Telford also agreed with the man’s family that it was in the public interest for it to…
Indian Taste restaurant owner penalised nearly $400k for exploiting migrant staff
The “vulnerable” workers, many of whom had limited English and little understanding of New Zealand employment law, were…
Hawke’s Bay’s small business workers ranked most productive in country
“Regional productivity outcomes were mixed, largely reflecting industry composition,” the report read. “Manufacturing‑focused Hawke’s Bay recorded the highest…
Employment Relations Authority rules Tauranga social worker’s termination ‘justified’ after eight-month sick leave
However, the need to complete a second unplanned trip arose. There was a misunderstanding between Watkins and two…
Northland frontline workers demand action as violence against first responders climbs
That experience, and a 10% rise in assaults against Hato Hone St John staff in just one year,…