Small BusinessQuarter of job scheme places taken upEmployers have snapped up more than 1000 places under the Government's new Job Ops subsidy scheme for young people.14 Sep 04:00 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
EmploymentTreasury: Recession may be overSeveral factors, including an improving housing market, are fueling a stronger domestic recovery, Treasury says.07 Sep 04:00 PM
EmploymentFinding work is a tough jobAfter three months of exhaustive searching, IT expert Giles Aubrey is still unemployed.28 Aug 04:00 PM
New ZealandYoung Kiwis cling to carefree youthGen Y kiwis are staying home longer, delaying life's big decisions.28 Aug 04:00 PM
EmploymentGisborne 'feeling the pain' after more job cutsThe primary production region of Gisborne is "feeling the pain" of the recession with another employer slashing staff numbers by half.06 Aug 11:53 PM
New ZealandRecession drives unskilled teens back into studyYoung New Zealanders have gone back to study in record numbers as unskilled jobs have disappeared in the recession.06 Aug 04:00 PM
EmploymentJobless teens keep benefit, for nowThe Govt appears to accept it cannot deny the benefit to young people who refuse work or training until there are enough training places available.03 Aug 04:00 PM
