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Gloriavale Workers Seek $40M in Claims | Wellington News
Sixty-one former Gloriavale members are suing for nearly $40 million, claiming they were forced into modern-day slavery from childhood—working without pay, breaks, or legal protections, with earnings funneled into a communal fund. They allege systemic abuse, including dangerous conditions, strict discipline, and denial of basic employment rights like wages, holiday pay, and KiwiSaver contributions. The case builds on recent court rulings that redefined their status as employees, not volunteers, and seeks compensation for emotional harm, lost income, and exemplary damages due to the…
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