Employer Bulletin | 2 February
- Feb 1
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Updated: Apr 7
Total exports were valued at $80.7 billion in the year ended December 2025, according to figures released by Stats NZ.
“This is the first time that annual exports have reached $80 billion,” international accounts spokesperson Viki Ward said.
The value of total exports in the year ended December 2025 increased by $9.9 billion (14 percent), compared with December 2024.
In today’s Bulletin:
Employer successfully appeals finding of constructive dismissal
Issuing trespass notice falls short of following employment processes
Orchard worker’s claim fails to bear fruit in the Authority
Employer successfully recovers half a year of overpayment
Injured employee receives dismissal by text message
Seven news updates of interest for employers including:
Government provides additional support for storm hit farmers and growers
Consumers price index: December 2025 quarter
Collins to be appointed head of Law Commission
Common sense on health and safety will save up to $3 billion
Employment indicators: December 2025
New Zealand’s annual exports reach $80 billion
Budget date announced
Nine bills open for submission
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