Crime New Zealand updates law to crack down on wage theft Enhanced protection aims to safeguard the vulnerable, but “reasonable cause” definition will likely test its power, say lawyers iStock.com/jax10289 Image Jenna Lomax News Editor Wednesday 19 March 2025 New Zealand has updated its legislation to criminalise as theft an employer’s failure to pay an employee money owed under an employment agreement. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Labour Reforms New Zealand government aims to get tough on wage theft Politics Australian Labor Party promises to tackle insecure work and wage theft if elected Remuneration “Time theft” a significant risk for Australian employers as hours of unpaid work increase Labour Reforms From wage theft to pay transparency, here are New York’s new employment laws