The Toxic Legacy of Brooke van Velden on Workers’ Rights
From pay parity to workplace safety, critics say Brooke van Velden leaves behind a deeply controversial legacy.
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Government Bill Undoes Pike River Legacy: Pike Families – Stand With Pike
Pike River families condemn rushed law changes they say undermine workplace safety and betray the legacy of the 29 men who died.
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What Is The Govt Hiding? MPI Blocks Key Info On Meat Inspection Privatisation
PSA says MPI is hiding key analysis behind plans to privatise meat inspection, putting jobs, transparency and export food safety at risk.
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Why are we fighting Firefighters?
Firefighters continue industrial action in NZ. Why are frontline emergency workers still fighting for basic support and funding?
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Fuel Costs Push Home Support Workers to Breaking Point
Rising fuel prices are leaving NZ home support workers out of pocket, as mileage rates lag far behind real costs.
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CTU stands in solidarity with teachers – NZCTU
The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions (NZCTU) is backing primary teachers in a dispute over proposed individual employment agreements,…
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Holidays Act reform needs to take a break – NZCTU
NZCTU warns proposed Holidays Act reforms could reduce worker entitlements and urges the Government to pause and consult properly.
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Former National MP Jackie Blue joins Opportunity after pay equity clash with Government
Former National MP Jackie Blue has joined Opportunity after resigning from the National Party, citing the Government’s handling of the Equal Pay Amendment Act 2025.
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Government policies are increasing child poverty – NZCTU
New data from Stats NZ shows child poverty in New Zealand is worsening, with unions warning that Government policies are…
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Govt anti-strike Facebook ad review barred from finding fault – PSA calls it a waste of public money
The Public Service Association says the Government’s independent review into controversial anti-strike Facebook adverts is toothless and a waste of taxpayer money, with no findings of fault allowed.
