| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Christchurch |
| Reference No | CA 71/08 |
| Hearing date | 11 Mar 2008 |
| Determination date | 21 May 2008 |
| Member | P Cheyne |
| Representation | G Jones ; T McGinn |
| Location | Christchurch |
| Parties | Austin v Waikene Adventures Ltd |
| Summary | UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL - Redundancy - Applicant and partner employed as couple on farm estate - Partner dismissed for misconduct a month prior to applicant - Applicant alleged dismissed as a result of situation with partner - Parties had discussed lodge closing - Genuine redundancy - However, proposal to close lodge not put to applicant as consultation about her being made redundant - Lack of consultation meant applicant not treated in fair and reasonable manner - Dismissal unjustified - ARREARS OF WAGES AND HOLIDAY PAY - Applicant not entitled to payment of bonus as did not meet conditions - Applicant not given full notice as set out in employment agreement - Entitled to payment for balance of notice period - Parties to calculate if holiday pay owing - Leave reserved to return to Authority if required - Interest 10 percent on any amount outstanding - Lodge manager |
| Result | Application granted ; Compensation for humiliation etc ($6,000) ; Arrears of wages and holiday pay (Quantum to be determined) ; Interest (10%) ; Costs reserved |
| Main Category | Personal Grievance |
| Number of Pages | 7 |
| PDF File Link: | ca 71_08.pdf [pdf 26 KB] |