EconomyDomecq launches business serviceEntrepreneur Christina Domecq launched her latest business, Ora, at an event last night that included an address from Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce.09 Jul 05:00 PM
EmploymentTighten visa control: OECD reportWould-be immigrants with higher-level English language skills may be given higher priority after an international review of New Zealand's migration policy.09 Jul 05:00 PM
Official Cash RateReserve bank lifts growth 'speed limit'The Reserve Bank has revised up its estimate of the economy's potential or non-inflationary growth rate next year, but it is still shy of the levels prevailing between the mid-90s and mid-2000s.09 Jul 05:00 PM
EmploymentLegal boost for new parentsThose on paid parental leave will be able to work occasionally on "keeping in touch days" without losing their entitlement under moves to increase the scheme's flexibility.09 Jul 05:00 PM
EconomyDollar edges near recordThere were no hints of intervention in the foreign exchange market by the Reserve Bank yesterday despite the New Zealand dollar coming within striking distance of its highest point against the US dollar since floating in 1985.09 Jul 05:00 PM
EmploymentHow colleagues can ruin your dayOne of the nicest things about working alone is that you can indulge all your bizarre idiosyncrasies and there's nobody there to notice.08 Jul 05:30 PM
EconomyBusiness confidence slips as economic growth slowsBusiness confidence has fallen in the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research's latest quarterly survey of business opinion, flagging a moderation in the pace of economic growth.08 Jul 05:00 PM
Economy'Perfect storm' for sales dropA perfect storm of interest rate hikes, lending restrictions and inclement weather is being blamed for a slump in house sales.07 Jul 05:00 PM
EmploymentTrade Me jobs up across NZThe country is enjoying high job growth, which is encouraging people to stay here rather than pack up for Australia, Trade Me says.07 Jul 02:45 AM
EconomyAuckland property hot spots coolingAuckland's property market "hot spots" could be starting to warm down, according to new QV data, which cited changes in Waitakere, Flat Bush and Papakura.07 Jul 12:00 AM
OpinionDebbie Mayo-SmithOpinion: Wow! Best email tip. EverNo matter the volume, you are probably close to hating your inbox. Debbie Mayo-Smith explains how to use rules and filters to manage your mail.06 Jul 09:30 PM
EmploymentTake a dip into global talent poolNZ's thriving economy has created a "unique chance" for NZ businesses to capture key international talent, says a recruitment expert.05 Jul 12:36 AM
EmploymentWhy racing boss quit a $1m a year jobSport betting's top executive left his $1 million job for "personal and family" reasons, saying the commute between Auckland and Wellington affected his health and family life.03 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Tax initiative sets Labour apartIf the Budget Bill English delivered in May was fiscally responsible and appropriately countercyclical.02 Jul 05:00 PM
EconomyIwi tops $1b in assetsInterest income on big cash holdings, hotel and milk business deals and rising values of investment properties helped push Waikato-Tainui's asset base up.01 Jul 05:00 PM
EmploymentFlight Centre employee's $117k theftA former employee of Flight Centre who dishonestly accessed a computer system to fund a "lavish lifestyle" has been sentenced to five months' home detention.01 Jul 03:48 AM
EconomyArgentina at brink of defaultArgentina is poised to miss a bond payment today, putting the country on the brink of its second default in 13 years.01 Jul 02:11 AM
EconomyAustralian student influx tippedNew Zealand universities could see a surge in the number of students crossing the Tasman if a new funding system gets the go-ahead in Australia.30 Jun 05:00 PM
EmploymentEmployers keener to hirePeople may find it easier to secure jobs in the coming months with the hiring intentions of employers on the rise.30 Jun 05:00 PM
EconomyConfidence sagging as rates riseBusiness confidence continued to decline last month in ANZ's Business Outlook survey, to its lowest level for a year.30 Jun 05:00 PM
EmploymentBusiness paid workers in beerA business which failed to pay its employees the minimum wage and chose to pay workers in beer on Saturdays has been ordered to pay a former employee more than $12,000.30 Jun 02:40 AM
EmploymentEmployment confidence highest since GFCEmployment confidence is at its highest level in nearly six years and Auckland has overtaken Canterbury as the most confident region, according to a survey.29 Jun 11:04 PM
OpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Fizzing dollar threatens recoveryIt's all eyes on the dollar this week after the effervescent kiwi fizzed to within half a cent of a record high by 5pm Friday, writes Liam Dann.29 Jun 05:00 PM
EconomyStrong kiwi dollar offsets oil riseThe high New Zealand dollar is insulating this country from rising crude oil prices that have spurred fears for the global economic recovery.29 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionTom O'Neil: Life's purest rewards can take a little timeThis series by Tom Neil highlights insight that business, cultural and sports leaders have had in their career, and how this changed their lives forever.27 Jun 05:00 PM
EmploymentYoung NZ firms contribute to uneven job creationYoung enterprises make a disproportionate contribution to job creation, research by the OECD has found.26 Jun 05:00 PM
EmploymentCompanies splurge on worker wellnessEmployers are increasingly spending money to try to keep staff healthy, even if it comes at the cost of other company perks.26 Jun 02:00 AM
