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Unions fight for workers rights. We have achieved Fair Pay Agreements, minimum wage, safe working conditions, paid holidays, equal pay for work of equal value.
Latest Press Releases
- OJI needs to work with government and unions before closure
NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi President Richard Wagstaff has called on OJI Fibre Solutions to work with the government, unions, and the community before closing the Kinleith Paper Mill. “OJI… Read More »OJI needs to work with government and unions before closure - Brooke van Velden completely undermines personal grievance system
NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi President Richard Wagstaff is sounding the alarm about the latest attack on workers from Minister of Workplace Relations and Safety Brooke van Velden, who is… Read More »Brooke van Velden completely undermines personal grievance system - Unemployment climbs above 5%
Data released today by Statistics NZ shows that unemployment rose to 5.1%, with 33,000 more people out of work than last year said NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi Economist Craig… Read More »Unemployment climbs above 5% - “Something is very wrong in our society and economy” – NZCTU Workforce Survey shows people fear for future
Insecurity in work, housing, and health among working people has emerged as the key finding from the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi’s 2025 annual Mood… Read More »“Something is very wrong in our society and economy” – NZCTU Workforce Survey shows people fear for future - Luxon’s speech an exercise in smoke and mirrors
The Prime Minister’s State of the Nation speech is an exercise in smoke and mirrors which deflects from the reality that he has overseen the worst economic growth in… Read More »Luxon’s speech an exercise in smoke and mirrors - Working people will pay for static inflation
Data released by Statistics New Zealand today showed that inflation remains unchanged at 2.2%, defying expectations of further declines, said NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi Economist Craig Renney. “While inflation… Read More »Working people will pay for static inflation
Workplace Injury Advocacy Service
Have you suffered a workplace injury or an injury that affects your ability to work?
Do you need help to access your ACC entitlements?
One of our phone-based advocates will work with you to:
- Find the best way to resolve your problem in accessing your entitlements
- Help to prepare you for meetings with ACC or an Accredited Employer
- Identify other resources and help that may be available to you.
Latest Union Jobs
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PSA Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi | Union Organiser | Central Districts region
The PSA Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi is the largest union in New Zealand, Aotearoa and is an innovative and dynamic organisation employing 200 staff throughout New Zealand. We have over 90,000 members working in central and local government, health and community services. As the largest union in New Zealand Aotearoa, we can provide opportunities… Read…
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PSA Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi | Policy Advisor (part-time, 6-month fixed term) | Wellington
Policy Advisor (Part-time, 6-month Fixed term) The policy team operates at a senior level within the PSA and the primary role of the position is the development of PSA policy and strategy and responding to the policy needs of the union. Team members represent the PSA in a wide range of external forums. They provide… Read…
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E tū | Educator | Wellington
E tū is Aotearoa’s largest private sector union, representing tens of thousands of workers across six industries. Together, we stand strong to ensure fair pay, decent working conditions, and a better future for all. Our name reflects our values and commitment, inspired by a Māori waiata: E tū kahikateaHei whakapae ururoaAwhi mai awhi atuTātou tātou… Read…
Opinion
- The Real State of the Nation: Fear, Anger, and a Demand for Change
Richard Wagstaff It was incredibly jarring to hear the hubris from the Prime Minister during his recent state of the nation address. I had just spent close to a week… Read More »The Real State of the Nation: Fear, Anger, and a Demand for Change - Unity for 2025
As we approach 2025, we find ourselves navigating challenging and uncertain times. The global political stage has shifted dramatically, with Trump’s re-election in the US intensifying international instability, environmental inaction,… Read More »Unity for 2025 - Equal Pay, Equal Rights: Fighting for Pay Equity in Aotearoa
Next month will mark 52 years since the Equal Pay Act was passed in Aotearoa New Zealand. For over a hundred years, unions have continued to work tirelessly in the… Read More »Equal Pay, Equal Rights: Fighting for Pay Equity in Aotearoa - Aotearoa’s Moral Failure on Migrant Worker Rights
Richard Wagstaff There is no place for migrant worker exploitation in a decent society, and yet in Aotearoa New Zealand many migrant workers continue to contend with low wages, exploitation,… Read More »Aotearoa’s Moral Failure on Migrant Worker Rights - Government says ‘do your bit’ – young workers say ‘do better’
Dr Zoë Port Today marks International Youth Day, and the NZCTU’s youth network Stand Up is calling on the Government to do better by young workers – following the bleak… Read More »Government says ‘do your bit’ – young workers say ‘do better’ - Coming home from the International Trade Union School
10-day intensive in Vienna I have just returned home to Aotearoa from the International Trade Union School (ITUSA) in Vienna, Austria. The programme is run by the International Trade Union… Read More »Coming home from the International Trade Union School
Featured Campaign
We need corporate manslaughter laws
Unlike other countries, Aotearoa New Zealand doesn’t have corporate manslaughter laws.
This needs to change. This is how you can help make the change we need to ensure everyone gets home from work.
- Read our blog about the human cost of workplace deaths
- Add your name to the #StandWithPike Open Letter
- Sign the Not One More Petition
- Find out what a corporate manslaughter law could look like
- Read the corporate manslaughter FAQs
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