EmploymentEvent duo ask judge to strike out claimsA specialist travel and hospitality company have applied for a High Court judge to strike out the claims they are facing.19 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentWe're trapped in a net, says ad pioneerPersonal computers, the internet and mobile phones have transformed office work, but not for the better, says Bob Harvey.17 Aug 03:58 AM
EmploymentWorkers: We could not leave at nightAn Auckland employer is accused of exploiting migrant workers who claim they were not paid and were housed in city offices.13 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentStand out in competitive marketIn today's competitive employment landscape it's important to actively promote yourself, build networks and be known for your specific skills and experience.13 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentChildcare head's sacking upheldAn early childhood centre manager who used an account set aside for children's lunches, has failed to prove she was unjustifiably dismissed.13 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentFrom rude and dismissive to flying highI am the youngest of four boys, raised in Auckland. My dad was the eldest of 13 cousins and that led to family functions filled with noise, fun, arguments and chaos.11 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentBlueprint for a safer day at workIn April, the chairman of the Independent Taskforce On Workplace Health and Safety, Rob Jager, announced a vision for safer workplaces.09 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentEconomists play down jobless riseThe June quarter's 8000 increase in the number of people employed was not enough to keep pace with growth in the labour force as a whole, and unemployment07 Aug 05:30 PM
BDBDEmploymentLowest wage growth since 2010Average hourly earnings have risen by the lowest amount since 2010, new figures show.07 Aug 07:35 AM
BDBDEmploymentUnemployment up to 6.4pcThe NZ labour market is showing gradual improvement as unemployment edges up, wage growth stays subdued and more people look for work.07 Aug 02:40 AM
EmploymentTime to nurture brain and bodyFruit bowls instead of snack machines and Swiss balls replacing office chairs are some of the changes businesses are making.06 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentFitting work around life in an encore careerThere comes a time in many people's lives when they feel they have nothing to prove any more. They've had their demanding, successful career, and now they want more quality of life - but they don't want to disappear into retirement.02 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentFrom Everest to sweeping floorsThree years ago, Jonathan Davison, 32, achieved his goal to climb Mt Everest. One year later he joined Mainfreight's graduate programme.02 Aug 05:30 PM
EmploymentSt John pathway to health scienceWhen St John Ambulance officers came to his school to give first aid lessons, Isaac McFarlane was fascinated.30 Jul 05:30 PM
Employment$5 fight costs lodge $12kAn argument over a $5 fee has cost a Wellington motor lodge almost $12,000 and censure for wrongful dismissal.29 Jul 11:34 PM
EmploymentSurge in demand for IT graduatesThe IT sector is hiring: software companies such as Orion Health and Xero are scrambling for developers to build their dreams of world-leading products.23 Jul 05:30 PM
EmploymentWork-life balance essential for employeesDespite Yahoo's CEO Marissa Mayer instituting a "work from home" ban earlier this year, the general consensus among employers and employees is that finding a healthy work/life balance is good for staff and profits.19 Jul 05:30 PM
EmploymentSecrets of building winning teamsIf the #1 constraint on the growth of the economy over the next 5 years is a shortage of skilled labour, how can businesses position their team to get the right people and keep them?19 Jul 05:30 PM
EmploymentHospitality opens doors to travelWhile commerce and accounting graduates may have trouble finding entry jobs in their field, AUT University graduates in hospitality have a number of options.16 Jul 05:30 PM
EmploymentAuckland economy - houses being built, but jobs worryAuckland house building activity is rising but unemployment remains high.15 Jul 12:10 AM
EmploymentSkills portfolio built on passionWith 'jobs for life' now a rarity, more people are juggling multiple roles.12 Jul 05:30 PM
EmploymentSuccess: Migrant's move perfect timingKiwiSaver's launch the opportunity of a lifetime for lawyer.11 Jul 08:00 PM
EmploymentEmployers taking skills over grades, says expertMore New Zealand employers are ignoring candidates with the best university grades in favour of those who clearly demonstrate skills, a conference has heard.11 Jul 05:30 PM
EmploymentTrades drive a booming job marketThe need for builders and carpenters in Auckland and Christchurch is driving a booming national job market, new figures show.11 Jul 06:18 AM
EmploymentCowboy hat dispute led to dismissalA woman who was dismissed from a cowboy-themed bar at Auckland's Viaduct Harbour, in part for not wearing her cowboy hat, has been awarded more than $12,000.09 Jul 10:19 PM
EmploymentJob seekers set to reap benefitsRising job seeker confidence will see more than half of employees looking to change jobs in the next 12 months, says Pete Macauley, NZ regional director of recruitment consultancy Michael Page.05 Jul 05:30 PM
EmploymentNZ lagging over women leadersNew research has found that New Zealand organisations trail much of the world when it comes to the proportion of women in leadership positions.02 Jul 05:30 PM
EmploymentRoutine goes out of fashionWhen Laurinda Sutcliffe set up Loobie's Story with husband Brent more than three years ago, she vowed she would make sure her team never felt they were in a nine-to-five rut.01 Jul 02:15 AM
