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Another ‘banana republic’ moment

Report paints a bleak picture of how Australia and NZ will cope with ageing populations.

Why taking a 'sickie' could cost you in other benefits

The number of days staff were absent from work last year increased to a record high.

New wage growth stats: How did your pay rise stack up?

Income growth for wage and salary earners remains strong, says Stats NZ.

Editorial: Soft landing? Economy likely to leave voters hanging in October

OPINION: Our editorial looks at longer term challenges as the economy rebalances.

How many is too many non-academic staff at universities?

OPINION: Stanford has more administrators than undergrads. In NZ, results may surprise.

'Past its peak': The significant shift in job market numbers

New data matches feedback from businesses as more people look for work.

‘Pretty grim’: Rising unemployment could see 50,000 lose their jobs by 2025

The unemployment rate is set to rise in the coming months.

‘Intensely inflationary levels’ still at work in NZ

We're likely to start seeing unemployment creep up, economists say.

Survey shows employment confidence falls

The Westpac McDermott Miller Employment Confidence Index hits its lowest level since 2021.

Leeann Watson: Immigration alone can’t bridge NZ’s ‘employability gap’

OPINION: The education system is failing both Kiwi kids and companies, says Leeann Watson.

Why the recession might be good news for the housing market

Recessions aren't good but in the inflation fight, sooner might be better than later.

Highest-paid public sector bosses: Top earner's 30% bump to $1.4m

After years of pay restraint, state sector pay is on the up again.

Recession, no great escape: GDP data confirms another hit to economy

New data shows lacklustre performance amid recession concerns.

Lack of military action factor in Defence Force's staffing battle

Ukraine training deployment good for morale but serious staffing issues remain, vet says.

Tech firm goes from ‘best place to work’ to layoff email laughing stock

Firm sacks staff across Australia and New Zealand, with CEO using a 'retch-inducing' word.

Modern slavery campaigners say Govt is too slow

Kiwis are spending billions on goods made by slaves, company director says.