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Working across the ditch - the differences between New Zealand and Australian Employment Law
One of our frequently asked questions pertains to the differences between Australian (AU) and New Zealand (NZ) employment laws.
Having head offices in AU and employees in NZ can pose challenges if you are not familiar with the variations in employment legislation and the requirements of employing staff in these two countries.
While AU and NZ share many common principles, there are key differences that if overlooked, can lead to complications and real implications for offshore AU businesses.
We aim to break down these differences for those of you in this situation.
New Government, New Employment Law
All business are now able to utilise the 90-day trial period even if you employ 20 or more people.
We discuss below the benefits of including a 90-day trial period clause in your employment agreement, as well as potential pitfalls you may encounter.