WorldTrump wants 'his own people' in labour stats bureauAdviser Kevin Hassett pointed to the scale of hiring data revisions in jobs report.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumWorldTrump’s bid to tilt data has perils, history showsNew York Times: 'Official statistics ... are a mirror that society holds up to itself.'04 Aug 12:21 AM
PremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: Why the job market feels worse than the numbers lookANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.29 Jul 07:14 PM
PremiumEmploymentConstruction jobs down more than 12,000 in a year, more youth out of work28 Jul 05:44 AM
PremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: NZ recession risks on the rise ... again! Plus: the boy who cried ‘tariff’ – Trump’s threats lose their bite15 Jul 07:00 PM
BusinessThinking of retiring? Nearly one in two Kiwis still working when they turn 65 10 Jun 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Wave of opportunity' – 120 new jobs, some require no experienceThe business plans to seek staff in three waves, with many different roles to be filled.15 May 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessJobless rate better than expected, part-time worker increase creditedThe labour market remained weak and disinflationary, economists say.07 May 03:30 AM
EmploymentUnemployment remains unchanged at 5.1%The labour market remains subdued despite better-than-expected result.06 May 10:50 PM
New ZealandUnemployment expected to hit 5.3%, highest in nearly a decadeNew unemployment rate figures are due out today.06 May 08:06 PM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentUnemployment set to rise to highest level in nearly a decadeLabour market data will also reveal how fast wages are rising.04 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow a Fordlands stream project is inspiring its communityThe Hutia te Rito project in Fordlands employs 10 local jobseekers.24 Apr 04:30 AM
New Zealand'A lot brighter': Job programme offers hope for young workersHe joined a programme helping young people aged 18 to 24 find work.22 Apr 12:47 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: RBNZ needs to cut interest rates further and fasterOPINION: The only certainty around the economic direction right now is uncertainty.19 Apr 05:00 PM
BusinessRevealed: The Jobseeker on a benefit for 40 yearsData reveals the longest period current beneficiaries have been receiving support.04 Apr 03:01 AM
Politics‘Attack on tenants’: 673 jobs to go at Kāinga OraThe housing agency will shed 673 roles, 195 of which are currently vacant.03 Apr 02:38 AM
BusinessWhy more than half of Kiwis regret their career choiceNew Zealand workers also expect to delay retirement amid cost of living pressures.01 Apr 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Recruitment issue': Council struggles to fill $129k forest jobIt turns out that hiring a dedicated manager for Nelson’s forests is not so clear-cut.05 Mar 09:06 PM
BusinessJob market: New stats show more jobs added in JanuaryA big boost in services outstripped a decline in primary industries.27 Feb 10:25 PM
BusinessThe $200k role in high demandThere are still bright spots in some sectors for job seekers.12 Feb 06:34 PM
New ZealandHealth NZ faces urgent legal action over thousands of proposed job cuts The Public Service Association says a net 1500 jobs could be cut in some departments. 12 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Be open to relocating’: Recruiters’ grim advice for Wellington job seekersRecruiters say some are getting desperate, applying for jobs outside their skill set.09 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: Government needs to ensure young people don’t fall through cracksOPINION: High youth unemployment should not lead to long-term welfare dependence.06 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand400 applications, no job: Woman ‘cannot live’ as unemployment reaches four-year highSuzanne George has been job hunting for more than a year in Wellington.05 Feb 07:34 AM
Business33,000 jobs gone in a year - new data reveals extent of recessionUnemployment hit its highest level in more than four years.04 Feb 09:47 PM
New ZealandCritics slam 'punitive' new benefit sanctionsSome job seekers will have to do three job-search activities weekly for four weeks.03 Feb 02:28 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTeen's two-year search for a first job: ‘We can’t get experience if they don’t let us have experience’'For those of us just starting out, it feels almost impossible.'02 Feb 05:00 PM
BusinessWho got the biggest (and smallest) pay rises in 2024?Unemployment rose and wage increases slowed, but the impact wasn't spread evenly.27 Jan 12:25 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessNew data shows economy still strugglingService sector survey and Seek job ads both point to a tough end for 2024.20 Jan 11:08 PM
