New ZealandYanfei Bao one year on and SkyCity closure | Focus Morning Bulletin July 19, 2024In today’s headlines with Chereè Kinnear, it’s one year since Yanfei Bao’s disappearance, SkyCity casino to close for five days and tough news for those on the job hunt.Watch18 Jul 07:55 PM
Employment'Pretty tough market': Decline in hiring activity accelerates in JuneEconomic pressures are continuing to stymie hiring activity.18 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandThousands sign up for Jobseeker benefit; data points to more job lossesOver 2000 more people went on the Jobseeker benefit in May.09 Jul 10:25 PM
Lifestyle‘I was secretly working abroad for a month — my boss found out only on Zoom’Overseas workers and their managers can be unaware of the tax and legal implications.09 Jul 09:54 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessInside Economics: Why is the RBNZ so negative - and is the divide in rate-cut forecasts credible?Also today: is the divide in rate-cut forecasts credible? Why is the RBNZ so negative?09 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandGive youth a chance: Employers urged to give young Northlanders their first jobNorthland youth unemployment is the highest in the country, new figures show.07 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleSuddenly sacked? The things you can do to get throughLosing your job can be stressful, but you also get to choose how to go forward.07 Jul 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Oranga Tamariki boss must have missed memo on handling leaks and staff moraleOPINION: Chappie Te Kani slams staff leaks as his organisation lets hundreds go.01 Jul 05:05 PM
PoliticsLuxon compares Govt action plan to 'corporate turnaround'Law and order will be the Government's focus.01 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandJan Lawton looks forward to relaxing retirement after long service at Workbridge'Jan is very well-known and respected in the Whanganui community,'30 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPause in Education Ministry job cuts after union challengeThe ministry has made a series of decisions that cut more than 700 roles to save money.18 Jun 08:56 PM
New ZealandHoping for a pay rise by switching jobs? Think again, warns recruiterThe large era of pay increases to retain workers in NZ is over.18 Jun 12:41 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesGlobal defence groups hiring at fastest rate in decades amid record ordersFinancial Times: Companies in sector looking to recruit tens of thousands this year.16 Jun 09:54 PM
EmploymentSalary comparison: How much worse off are you compared to Aussies?Is the grass really greener on the other side of the Tasman?11 Jun 11:16 PM
TravelAir NZ has made it easier to become a pilotThe new pathway will take only 14 months, with most costs covered by the airline.11 Jun 08:12 PM
EmploymentNew stats show which industries lost and gained the most public sector jobsThe data shows 2.3 million jobs were filled in the March quarter.09 Jun 11:49 PM
New ZealandMinistry of Justice proposes over 150 job cutsThe Ministry of Justice is the latest to announce workforce cuts.06 Jun 04:16 AM
New ZealandMinistry for the Environment to cut 303 jobsThe environment ministry's workforce is proposed to be slashed by one third.05 Jun 03:52 AM
New Zealand'Five days changed everything': Kiwi-born baby left without passport or permanent visaIf baby Alisa Yussupov was born five days later, she'd be a Kiwi resident.03 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJobs, celebrities, opportunities, money: What new Lord of the Rings films mean for WellingtonFilms expected to create myriad jobs, opportunities for graduates and boost the economy.31 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandOranga Tamariki spends more than $800k on contractors, consultants on plan to axe 447 jobsMinister for Children Karen Chhour is defending the spend-up.29 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand17 per cent of jobs slashed at Ministry for Culture and HeritageChief executive Leauanae Laulu Mac Leauanae said it has been an unsettling time for staff.23 May 11:02 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Why can't capable, keen workers find jobs?OPINION: 'She has been spending hours every day seeking employment with no joy.'20 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHad depression? Get headaches? Job-hunter 'gobsmacked' by 'invasive' applicationThe firm says the questions provide relevant information. Applicants don't have to answer.15 May 09:02 PM
New Zealand'Similar to exploitation': Migrants in limbo after NZ employers’ accreditations revokedThe accreditation of 416 employers has been revoked, suspended or is under review.15 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeAccountant shortage prompts US plan for quicker path to qualificationFinancial Times: Pressure to cut educational requirement has grown as new recruits dry up.14 May 07:34 PM
TelecommunicationsRight to disconnect: Should our bosses be stopped from calling us after hours?The 'right to disconnect' movement has grown in recent years.13 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann's Inside Economics: Does high immigration make unemployment worse?OPINION: More migrants, fewer jobs? And what's driving olive oil and coffee price spikes?08 May 03:20 AM
New ZealandCommerce Commission to cut around 10 per cent of staffJob cuts in the sector have reached well above 3000 so far.03 May 12:01 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSelling dreams: What it’s really like to be a Kiwi real estate agentThink you could be a real estate agent? Three top sellers on what the lifestyle is like.02 May 10:31 PM
New ZealandIs this the darkest day for the civil service? Latest job cuts push total over 3000Kāinga Ora, Ministry of Housing, Stats NZ, Ministry of Ed, NZQA had cuts today.02 May 07:48 AM
ManufacturingMore businesses seeking help to downsize as unemployment growsMore firms feeling beaten-up and CTU says it's worried about rising unemployment.01 May 10:10 PM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentUnemployment set to rise - but by how much?Labour market data for the first quarter is due on Wednesday.28 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA job seeker applied to stack shelves, but the employer wanted a credit checkWhen is a credit check for a job acceptable, and how can you improve bad credit?25 Apr 08:01 PM
