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
EmploymentThousands queue for 150 jobsMost of the jobs were offering low pay and many had unsociable hours, but the applicants turned up in their thousands.21 Jan 03:00 PM
EmploymentAust job ads grow quickly in DecemberThe number of jobs advertised in major Australian newspapers and online rose by 6 per cent in December, the strongest monthly growth since May 2007.11 Jan 03:45 AM