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'A lot of angry people': Workers at NZ's largest paper mill told of plans to halt production
Many workers chose to walk out of a meeting at Kinleith Mill this morning.
ANZ predicts faster economic recovery
While the outlook for activity is improved, the economy will continue to be challenging.
‘Tough news’: NZME proposes to close 14 local newspapers, with the loss of 30 jobs
Herald owner says community titles are no longer profitable in changing media landscape.
Editorial: More Kiwis out of work – cost of Adrian Orr's inflation war becomes clear
OPINION: Jobless should remain front of mind when the RBNZ meets about possible rate cuts.
'Cloak of secrecy': Aviation leaders accuse CAA of covert restructure
The Herald understands 85-110 positions at the CAA could be disestablished.
Sistema proposes to cut more than 100 jobs in Auckland factory
Workers are distraught, with roughly a quarter at the factory set to lose jobs.
Liam Dann: The one bright spot buried in unemployment data
OPINION: Labour market data shows young people are returning to education as jobs dry up.
Kāinga Ora job losses hit 540 as it confirms plans to shed another 310 roles
The total number to be lost is slightly lower than the 321 it proposed in September.
Mega rate cut off the table after better-than-expected unemployment figures
Some described the new job data as 'the last shoe to drop' after tough times.
Email angst: TVNZ staff start learning fate - 'this will knock the wind out of people'
Broadcaster's big cuts: Email invites to be sent to affected workers by 11am Wednesday.
Unemployment preview: How hard has the economic downturn hit the labour market?
New employment data this week will reveal the impact on jobs.
Job market woes mean high beneficiary numbers in Northland
Companies being cautious with their spending equalled more cautious employing.
DIA restructure finds more job cuts, despite protests from staff, union
The Department of Internal Affairs will cut a number of its senior leaders.
2023 election study: What voters wanted and what they got
COMMENT: A year on, the three Government parties have remained ahead in the polls.
TVNZ backtracks on proposal to scrap 1News website, but says it is to be ‘reduced’
Bosses held an all-staff meeting at 1pm.
Inside Economics: Orr goes to Washington; why markets love low interest rates
OPINION: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.
Record benefit number sparks unemployment warning
Just over 6% of the population, or 204,765, were on Jobseeker Support in September.
Greg Smith: Why the RBNZ has to cut the OCR by at least 0.75%
OPINION: Our economic data is dire, and the RBNZ must take drastic steps.
Supermarket closure 'unbelievable', 'devastating' says shoppers
Woolworths NZ says the final day is yet to be finalised.
Number of benefits cut more than doubles in a year
Missed appointments and failing to prepare for work have contributed to the cuts.
Hundreds of jobs to go as Timaru meatworks closure confirmed
Alliance has closed its Smithfield plant, and Australian recruiters are already in town.
'Sanctions have done nothing': Jobseekers say they struggle under traffic light pressure
Young people on the benefit say they're barely surviving as they struggle to find work.
TVNZ cost-cutting plans could transform wider NZ media, union leader warns
The union strikes back after TVNZ this week proposed a series of major changes.
KiwiRail proposes to slash 50 roles from Interislander staff
The government is yet to announce the plan for replacement ferries.
'Double whammy': OCR cut delivers mortgage relief but potential job losses dampen mood
Interest rates are now expected to drop steeply into the new year.
Editorial: Wellington quake shows WFH still needed
OPINION: In a shaky city, resilience and adaptability is key to remain productive.
Chorus of OCR cut cheer drowns out message of tough times ahead – Liam Dann
OPINION: Central banks don't slash rates unless economies are in serious trouble.
Great Resignation no more: More Kiwi workers look for stability amid rising unemployment
Less Kiwi workers intend on changing their jobs in the next 12 months.
Jobs at risk as NZ concrete giant comes unstuck
At least a dozen jobs could be disestablished.
TVNZ to axe 1News website from early next year, staff told
The company may place more focus on digital news for streaming.
'Anxiety, sadness': Upheaval at TVNZ; Stuff cutting roles; Tui's new 'Yeah Right' billboards
Crunch time for huge outdoor ad contracts; Stripe boss sets up in LA - writer claims debt.
Hard or soft landing? Business leaders assess NZ's economy
Business leaders were asked whether we have achieved a 'soft landing'.