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Contractor or employee? How a proposed law change will favour Uber over its drivers

Written by Amanda Reilly, Senior Lecturer in Commercial Law, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington

Ride share company Uber has faced legal challenges around the world over whether its drivers should be classified as employees or contractors. New Zealand is no exception, with the most recent case heard before the Supreme Court in July.

While the outcome of that case is not yet known, Uber stands to benefit from amendments...

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Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
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Complete Office Supplies (COS) turns up the office supplies market heat and acquires Lyreco Australia
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Consumers are wise to ‘woke washing’ – but truly ‘transformative branding’ can still make a difference
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Tech join forces to take on flood catastrophic impacts
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Australia’s Young Entrepreneurs Redefining Success Through Legacy and Community Impact

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Lessons in AI: How LoanOptions.ai Shows What Smart Adoption Really Looks Like

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Driving smarter: how car subscription models are redefining mobility and financial flexibility

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The Future of Wealth Technology

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Thryv wins national accolade at 2025 Australian Service Excellence Awards

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pay.com.au unveils first-of-its-kind FX rewards feature, becoming the most flexible rewards solution for Aussie businesses

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