New Zealand Employment Law Guide 2026 Edition

The 2026 New Zealand Employment Law Guide is a plain-language resource that explains the laws governing work in New Zealand. Covering everything from employment agreements and workplace obligations to disputes, privacy, and health and safety, this essential guide provides clear explanations supported by real-life decisions from the Employment Court, Employment Relations Authority, and other tribunals. Revised annually, it ensures readers stay current with the latest developments in employment law. 

Key features:

Clear outlines of duties and obligations for employers and employees. 

Guidance on negotiating agreements, pay, conditions, holidays, and termination. 

Coverage of disputes, grievances, discrimination, privacy, collective bargaining, and health and safety. 

Commentary on the latest developments, including: 

Employment Relations Amendment Bill 

Employment Leave Bill 

Employment Relations (Termination of Employment by Agreement) Amendment Bill 

Artificial intelligence and its impact on work 

Employment status and workplace investigations 

Deductions and protected disclosures 

Privacy and lay advocates 

Discrimination and remuneration disclosure 

Wage theft and enforcement