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ERA denies Martin reinstatement after $25 party policy breach

7/30/2026

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The Employment Relations Authority denied Martin’s reinstatement, keeping him off payroll pending a hearing.
CCTV on 22 November 2024 recorded staff moving 18 kg of scotch fillet to a car for a party at Martin’s home, violating the policy that allowed $25 per head for a staff Christmas party and required sign-off for costs over $200.
Corrections dismissed Martin for misconduct, saying reinstatement would expose him to pressure, but he disputes admitting error.

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The Employment Relations Authority denied Martin’s reinstatement, keeping him off payroll pending a hearing.
CCTV on 22 November 2024 recorded staff moving 18 kg of scotch fillet to a car for a party at Martin’s home, violating the policy that allowed $25 per head for a staff Christmas party and required sign-off for costs over $200.
Corrections dismissed Martin for misconduct, saying reinstatement would expose him to pressure, but he disputes admitting error.