New ZealandEconomy reality kicks in for new graduatesDouble accounting major forced to go on the dole after job-seeking desperation.23 Oct 03:00 PM
New ZealandTuria: Opening ACC could benefit iwiThe Maori Party will not rule out supporting moves to open accident compensation to competition.20 Oct 03:00 PM
New ZealandFurther ACC negotiations today - KeyJohn Key says there will be further negotiations on supporting ACC legislation with the Act Party, and possibly the Maori Party, today.19 Oct 10:56 PM
New ZealandGovt admits: We're looking at ACC feeThe Government has confirmed that accident victims may have to pay the first $50 or $100 of their costs.18 Oct 03:00 PM
New ZealandACC founder blasts 'predatory' changesThe father of NZ's accident compensation scheme says changes announced last week are 'uncaring and predatory'.18 Oct 03:00 PM
Small BusinessMotorcyclists say ACC rises unfairMotorcyclists say they are being blamed for accidents caused by other drivers and steep ACC increases are not justified.14 Oct 09:09 PM
Small BusinessSafety bonus as drivers face big ACC risesMotorists and motorcyclists face hikes in ACC levies, but a carrot is being dangled at owners of safe, modern cars.14 Oct 03:00 PM
Small BusinessACC levies set to jumpMinister Nick Smith announces higher ACC fees and cuts to entitlements.14 Oct 12:48 AM
New ZealandGovt to announce ACC changesThe Govt will today announce how it intends reducing ACC entitlements so levy increases can be kept within reasonable limits.13 Oct 07:04 PM
EmploymentDrop in jobless total lifts recovery hopesNZ's dole queue has shrunk for the first time this year, raising hopes that employment might pick up sooner than expected.11 Oct 03:00 PM
New ZealandState tenant 'owned two properties'A man is facing allegations he lived off the taxpayer in state housing while he was a landlord owning two properties.07 Oct 03:00 PM
New Zealand'Positive signs' despite dole numbers rising, says BennettWhile the number of people on benefits is rising, there are positive signs, says Social Development Minister Paula Bennett.11 Sep 03:04 AM
