Nursery assistants awarded compensation after being dismissed under the guise of bad weather

The Employment Relations Authority (ERA) ruled that Queenstown Nursery Limited wrongfully terminated two nursery assistants who were on holiday visas, awarding them compensation. The company dismissed them by claiming adverse weather conditions, but the ERA found the dismissal unjust. This decision underscores the importance of fair employment practices, especially for foreign workers. It highlights the need for employers to provide valid reasons for dismissals and ensures that workers' rights are upheld even in non-permanent employment situations.