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Welcome Haere Mai
Welcome to 2008. By now, most of us are back at work dreaming of holidays gone and planning the next one. In this issue of Worksite Watch we take a look at new legislation to support Kiwis in need of greater work flexibility, and we bring you the latest news and information to do with work and careers. | |
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Flexibility.
Better work-life balance for caring Kiwis. | |
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Did you know that one in five New Zealanders works more than 50 hours each week? We have a culture - and a reputation - for working long hours, and at times it can be a real challenge to manage our increasingly busy lives to achieve good 'work-life balance'. For those of us with the added responsibility of caring for a child, or another person, juggling work and caring can be even more difficult.
The Employment Relations (Flexible Working Arrangements) Amendment Act 2007 was recently passed in Parliament. The Act gives employees caring for another person, the right to request more flexible work arrangements. This might mean asking for their hours, days, or place of work to be changed.
The changes come into force on 1 July 2008, when New Zealand employers must seriously consider all eligible employees' requests for more flexible work arrangements. If you, or someone you know, might benefit from these changes you can click here to read more about the Act and find out more information.
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A bigger nest egg.
From 1 April 2008, employers must make compulsory KiwiSaver contributions for any employees (aged 18 years and over) who belong to a KiwiSaver scheme. Find out more here.
Is your job right for you?
Looking for the perfect job or career? Pathfinder is a free online career planning tool that can help you identify the jobs that best suit you and your skills - whatever age or stage you're at.
Interest-free student loan scheme extended.
The government has extended interest-free loan eligibility to students enrolled in formal exchange programmes and studying full-time overseas. Read the media statement for more information.
We're a pretty caring bunch.
43% of working New Zealanders are responsible for the care of someone else - often a child or elderly family member. If you're interested in this topic you can read or download the 'Choices for Living, Caring and Working' research report and action plan.
Career Expos in 2008
Are you a careers adviser or someone looking to recruit new talent in the next 12 months? Here's a link to career expo events happening across New Zealand in 2008. | |
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Job hunting? We can help
Don't spend hours searching online. Use these quick links to New Zealand job sites and recruitment agencies. And take a look at our smart tips on looking for a job, preparing a great CV and impressing at job interviews.
A bit more balance.
Are you keen to achieve better work-life balance in 2008, but stuck for ideas? Take a look at some of the work-life balance initiatives and actions others have tried and be inspired.
Keen to learn some new tricks.
If you're looking at developing new skills, studying, or doing further training in the next 12 months take a look at our useful 'Need more training' links page.
Total job vacancies fall. Highly skilled rise.
The latest Job Vacancy Monitor report is out, and gives a snapshot of job vacancies in the daily newspapers across New Zealand. Get all the details here. | |
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