Examine the latest proposed legislative developments to the Employment Relations Act and explore their practical implications for workplace participants and legal practitioners alike. Hear an in-depth overview of the key Employment Relations Amendment Bill, expected to pass by year’s end, as well as the imminent Employment Relations (Employee Remuneration Disclosure) Amendment Bill and the Employment Relations (Termination of Employment by Mutual Agreement) Amendment Bill, currently before select committee. End with a discussion of any further reforms signaled by the government. Join us for expert insights into how these changes may affect employment contracts, workplace dynamics, compliance obligations, and dispute resolution strategies.
Wednesday, 26 November 2025
Description
Attend and earn 1 CPD hour
Chair:
John Farrow, Partner, Anderson Lloyd
1.00pm to 2.00pm Legislative Amendments to Employment Relations Act and Their Implications for Parties and Practitioners
- The main Employment Relations Amendment Bill (Govt wants passed by the end of the year)
- The Employment Relations (Employee Remuneration Disclosure) Amendment Bill (expected to pass in a matter of weeks)
- The Employment Relations (Termination of Employment by Mutual Agreement) Amendment Bill (before a select committee – no timeframe as yet)
- Any other potential legislative changes to be signalled.
Presented by Daniel Church, Senior Staff Barrister, Catherine Stewart
Learning Objectives:
- Be across the proposed amendments to the Employment Relations Act
- Understand the implications for parties and practitioners of these proposed changes
Presenters
Daniel Church, Senior Staff Barrister, Catherine Stewart
Daniel Church is a Senior Staff Barrister in Catherine's team. He graduated with a Bachelor of Laws degree with First Class Honours and a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2015, and joined Catherine's practice in early 2017 to further his passion for practising in employment law. Daniel regularly appears as counsel in the Employment Relations Authority and as second counsel to Catherine in the Employment Court. He has also appeared as counsel before the Teachers Disciplinary Tribunal defending charges brought by the Complaints Assessment Committee. Daniel regularly assists clients with investigations in the Employment Relations Authority, mediations, reviewing and amending employment agreements and policies to ensure compliance with current legislation, personal grievances, redundancies and negotiated exits. He has assisted companies with major restructurings and represented them in union negotiations, as well as representing both employers and employees in disciplinary and performance management processes. Daniel also has conflict resolution experience and is able to assist with mediating disputes between employees. He presents seminars at conferences on employment and education law matters which are topical and of particular interest to school leaders.
John Farrow, Partner, Anderson Lloyd
John Farrow is a Partner co-leading Anderson Lloyd's national employment team. He specialises in Employment and Health & Safety law. John's expertise covers the full range of employment matters, including those which involve criminal and civil aspects. John has represented employees, senior executives, small to medium businesses, councils, local authorities, and corporates. He is a LEADR-accredited Mediator, Member of the Institute of Directors and is an 'Association of Workplace Investigators' Certificate-holder. John is named in the 'Best Lawyers in New Zealand' publication, Labour and Employment Law category, and as a 'next generation partner' in the Legal 500.
This seminar is part of a series
Employment Law Series 2025
Stay ahead in the fast-changing employment law landscape with this five-part webinar series, covering the most pressing developments and emerging trends shaping workplace practice in New Zealand. From the evolving world of workplace investigations, the latest significant case law, and the rise of mental wellbeing claims, to proposed reforms to the Health and Safety at Work Act and key amendments to the Employment Relations Act, each session delivers targeted insights from leading experts. Gain practical strategies, stay compliant, and ensure your workplace advice is informed by the most up-to-date legal and procedural changes. Attend individual sessions or the full series to earn up to 5 CPD hours.
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Attend the complete series and earn 5 CPD hours
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