Small BusinessAussie skills shortage prompts new Kiwi exodus fearsFears of a resurgent skills exodus across the Tasman are growing after new research found a growing Australian skills shortage.07 Feb 11:45 PM
PoliticsFive big takeouts that business expects from Key's speechHow will business judge John Key's economic plans? Pretty well - if he meets the five key criteria, writes Fran O’Sullivan.07 Feb 10:30 PM
OpinionBrian Gaynor<i>Brian Gaynor</i>: Surge in jobless hitting younger Kiwis hardestThe recession has been particularly savage on young workers with 18.4 per cent of the 15 to 24 age group now unemployed.05 Feb 03:00 PM
New ZealandForeshore and Seabed Act could go this year, PM tells MaoriAfter a warm welcome at Te Tii Marae, PM John Key told gathered Maori 2010 could see a 'better solution' to the foreshore and seabed issue.04 Feb 11:55 PM
EmploymentDollar dips below US70c, hit by surprise unemployment statToday's unemployment figure has surprised many, with most - including the Reserve Bank, expecting a figure well under 7 per cent.03 Feb 10:31 PM
EmploymentWellsford coping after factory shutdownIrwin Industrial Tools had been Wellsford's icon and biggest employer, but with the factory abandoned, the town is moving on. 03 Feb 09:45 PM
EmploymentSpanish unemployment hits four millionThe Spanish government said that 125,000 people registered as unemployed last month, taking the jobless total to around 17.5 per cent of the working population.03 Feb 02:22 AM
EmploymentJobless numbers tipped to hit 6.8pcA jobless recovery is expected to be reflected in employment numbers out on Thursday.01 Feb 03:00 PM
