New ZealandMayor views rich Aussies as answer to northern woesLeader says increasing numbers live in Northland but work across the Tasman.13 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandYouth in holding pattern as recession bites northThe impacts of the global financial crisis hit are ingrained in our communities.10 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandWhere are the jobs? Youth unemployment crisis in the northJust over a fifth of all working-age Northlanders were on welfare benefits at the end of March.10 Jun 05:30 PM
WorldAussie cop's death ignites policing debateThe death of a Gold Coast police officer has left Australians struggling how to deal with crime.03 Jun 12:54 AM
New ZealandBakery town fears for future Residents worry big bakery's receivership will cost them jobs and a local identity.01 Jun 05:30 PM
AgribusinessHundreds of jobs at stake in bus maker receivershipHundreds of jobs are at risk with the announcement Canterbury bus maker Designline International has been placed in liquidation.31 May 07:45 PM
EmploymentDesperate seek part-time jobsJob-hunters desperate to find part-time work are applying in their hundreds for vacancies that pay less than minimum wage.21 May 05:30 PM
Opinion<i>Kate Ross: </i> Recruitment market updateThere is a battle emerging for top talent and employers have to match demands or they will miss out, says Kate Ross.08 May 09:30 PM
BDBDEmploymentUnemployment rate falls to 6.6pc, dollar jumpsNew Zealand's official unemployment rate has fallen from 6.8 per cent to 6.6 per cent, says Statistics NZ.04 May 11:00 PM
New ZealandGovt to spend $55m on youth jobsA new Govt package will give subsidies to employers who agree to train a young person and give them a permanent job.03 May 10:22 PM
EmploymentTrade Me job listings up from last yearJob listings on internet auction site Trade Me are up 25 per cent on a year ago, with growth particularly strong in Southland and Gisborne.12 Apr 04:33 AM
EducationGovt accused of 'slash and burn'The Government is being accused of taking a slash and burn approach to spending after Finance Minister Bill English signalled cuts to public services and new figures showed substantial job losses in the sector.30 Mar 04:56 AM
EmploymentQuake businesses and workers given longer lifelineSubsidies and job loss cover scheme will continue for two extra weeks.28 Mar 08:45 PM
Small BusinessLaid off workers may not qualify for quake schemeMore than 200 workers laid off from a Christchurch textile plant may not qualify for help through the Government's earthquake assistance package.15 Mar 05:32 AM
Small BusinessCarpet manufacturer closes plant, axes jobsEarthquake hit carpet manufacturer Canterbury Spinners is shutting its Christchurch operation and axing 195 jobs.15 Mar 02:00 AM
