The Ministry of Health has indicated that we may experience a particularly bad flu season this year.
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New Zealand will celebrate Matariki as a public holiday for the first time this year, on Friday 24 June 2022. The date of Matariki will change change each year, to align with the Māori lunar calendar. It will alternate...
Retail crime is a huge issue for the retail sector - putting employees and customers at risk, and costing the nation an estimated $1 billion a year in losses. Ultimately, these costs are borne by consumers, so it's in...
What is the minimum wage in New Zealand for 2022? The minimum wage rate in New Zealand is $21.20 per hour. If you have adult employees earning less than minimum wage, you are legally required to pay the minimum wage...
Need to know how to pay your staff for the 2022 Public Holidays? You're in the right place!
Sick leave should be used in any situation where an employee is unwell, or not fit to work as they normally would as per their individual employment agreement.
Mental health is increasingly important, and it’s a good idea to make sure you are looking after your people’s wellbeing. We’ve launched an e-learning module and a guide on helping manage mental...
Keep your business up to date, with what you need to know during COVID-19 at each Alert Level. Check out Retail NZ's FAQ for business owners.
Can I open on Easter Sunday? This depends. If you plan to open on Easter Sunday, be sure to check your Council’s rules. Also, you must provide special notification to employees between 20 February and 20 March...
The Government has made some important announcements about operating businesses during the Omicron outbreak.