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MediaWorks and NZ's problem with toxic work cultures — why HR can’t fix everything

  • Written by Fiona Hurd, Head of Department, International Business, Strategy & Entrepreneurship, Auckland University of Technology
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The revelations last week of toxic workplace behaviour and a “boys’ club” culture at MediaWorks raise questions about organisational policies and processes that go well beyond a single company.

The Mediaworks review by Maria Dew QC identified instances of bullying, sexism, harassment, inappropriate...

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