Articles
Expert insights on NZ contractor law, the Gateway Test, and protecting your business.
Employment Law · NZ · 2026
Employment Relations Amendment Act 2026: All the Other Key Changes NZ Businesses Need to Know
Beyond the Gateway Test — the $200,000 dismissal threshold, removal of the 30-day rule, misconduct compensation changes, and everything else in the Act explained plainly.
Read article →
Employment Law · NZ · 2026
Gateway Test NZ: Key Dates Every Business Owner Needs to Know (2025–2026 Timeline)
When did the Gateway Test actually come into force? The answer is sooner than many realise. Full timeline from Bill introduction to the 20 February 2026 commencement date.
Read article →
Employment Law · NZ
The Gateway Test for Specified Contractors: What Every NZ Business Owner Needs to Know
Big changes have landed in NZ contractor law. The new Gateway Test creates clear rules around when someone is genuinely an independent contractor — and the stakes are high if you get it wrong.
Read article →