Midday Masterclass - Employment Leave & Health and Safety Updates
Date and Time
Thursday Aug 27, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM NZST
Location
KPMG Building, Level 10, 85 Alexandra Street, Hamilton.
Fees/Admission
Free of charge for Waikato Chamber members
$39+GST for non-members
Registrations are required to attend.
The Midday Masterclass event series is proudly sponsored by KPMG
Description
Significant employment law changes are on the horizon for New Zealand employers and employees, making now the time to understand what is changing and how to prepare.
Join Jaime Lomas, Director and Employment Law Specialist at DTI Lawyers, for a practical update on two major workplace reforms.
The Employment Leave Bill has now passed its third and final reading and is set to replace the Holidays Act. Jaime will explain what employers and employees need to know about the new framework and what steps organisations should be taking ahead of implementation.
Jaime will also explore the upcoming changes to the Health and Safety at Work Act that are taking effect from 1 April 2027. The reforms introduce a more risk-based approach to workplace health and safety, with a stronger focus on managing critical risks that could result in serious harm and providing clearer expectations for PCBUs.
Walk away with practical insights and a clearer understanding of how these changes may affect you and your organisation, helping you stay compliant, reduce risk, and confidently plan for the future.
PRESENTER: Jaime Lomas, Director and Employment Law Specialist, DTI Lawyers
Jaime is a highly experienced specialist employment lawyer. She joined DTI Lawyers in 2018 after spending the previous 10 years working in the specialist employment and resource management team of a large Hamilton firm. Jaime became a Director of DTI Lawyers in 2020.
Please note - lunch is not provided. You are welcome to bring your own lunch to the session.
For enquiries or to cancel your registration email events@waikatochamber.co.nz
This is a complimentary event for Chamber members; if you are unable to attend, please let us know by the day before, or a $20+GST no-show fee will apply.
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