Our Story...Meadows Advocacy began from a simple belief:
every worker deserves fairness, dignity, and honest treatment. After more than a decade working on the ground in the transport and aggregates sector, founder Steve Meadows saw first-hand how confusing and stressful employment disputes can be — especially when people don’t have someone in their corner. What started as helping workmates understand their rights has grown into a professional advocacy service that supports employees and small businesses across Aotearoa New Zealand. Meadows Advocacy exists to make the process clearer, calmer, and more human. |
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What We Stand For...Integrity • Fairness • People First
We believe good advocacy isn’t about winning arguments — it’s about restoring trust, clarity, and respect. Our approach is grounded in: • empathy • practical advice • real-world experience We take the time to listen, explain options clearly, and help clients move forward with confidence. |
What We Do• Employment Advocacy & Representation
Independent support for workers dealing with workplace issues • Disciplinary & Stand-Down Guidance Clear advice before, during, and after meetings • Personal Grievances Assessment, strategy, and support through the PG process • Mediation & ERA Preparation Help preparing your case, documents, and position - with expert oversight through Employment Equity Ltd. If you're facing a workplace issue, or just need to understand your rights, Meadows Advocacy is here to help - practical, people-first, and on your side. |
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Advocacy is an unregulated space — and that’s exactly why standards matter.
Recent commentary has highlighted that employment advocacy in New Zealand is not formally regulated. That’s true. But unregulated does not have to mean unprofessional. That’s why I’ve chosen to align my practice with Employment Law Institute of New Zealand (ELINZ) — a professional body that promotes ethical practice, competence, and accountability within employment relations. ELINZ membership isn’t automatic. It’s a voluntary commitment to: professional conduct ongoing learning ethical advocacy acting in good faith with clients, employers, and institutions In a space without a statutory regulator, choosing a governing framework matters. For me, this isn’t about titles or optics — it’s about doing the work properly, transparently, and with integrity. People first. Always. — Steve Meadows Advocacy |
Working With Employment Equity Ltd
Meadows Advocacy works closely with Employment Equity Ltd and Dismissed.co.nz, under the guidance of Mike Harrison - a respected employment advocate with decades of experience helping workers across Aotearoa.
This partnership means you get:
• proven advice
• expert oversight
• practical support
• a trusted team behind you
You're never facing your employer alone
This partnership means you get:
• proven advice
• expert oversight
• practical support
• a trusted team behind you
You're never facing your employer alone
© 2025 Meadows Advocacy Ltd | All rights reserved
Employment Advocacy & HR Support | Palmerston North, New Zealand
The information on this website is provided as general guidance only.
Every situation is different, so please get in touch before making decisions about your own case.
Any personal information you share is handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 and will be kept confidential.
Employment Advocacy & HR Support | Palmerston North, New Zealand
The information on this website is provided as general guidance only.
Every situation is different, so please get in touch before making decisions about your own case.
Any personal information you share is handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 and will be kept confidential.