Brian Fallow: CGT could worsen NZ's economic problems
CGT on productive enterprises is no way to help Kiwi businesses become more productive.
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Global recession fears grow among credit investors
The threat of a recession has topped the list of concerns for credit investors.
A woman's best route to the 1pc? 'Marry a rich guy'
The glass ceiling is highest in the penthouse.
Six hour days: Why your boss should let you knock off at 3pm
Boss says slashing working hours to just six hours a day could be the key to success.
Identify and deal with career burnout
Work stress can have serious consequences on your health.
Backpacker's social media post for farm work turns ugly
A backpackers' innocent social media post looking for local work has turned nasty.
The minefield of email protocol
If you're angered by an email, step away and take a few breaths before replying.
China rift - 'They now feel they cannot trust us'
Economy Hub: Beijing based Kiwi David Mahon has serious concerns about NZ-China relations.
NZ/China relationship: 'We have a big problem'
NZ has fallen out of favour with China's leadership, says Beijing based Kiwi David Mahon.
Low NZ interest rates cemented in place with OCR on hold
The Reserve Bank has left its official cash rate unchanged at 1.75 per cent, as expected.
It's a good time to be working in IT
New Zealand's tech sector grew 12 per cent last year and is not expected to slow.
Hosking: 9000 reasons why cafe trial worker's payout is flawed
COMMENT: You can't help but conclude the ERA is heavily stacked in the worker's favour.
Good data crucial to interpreting housing issue
COMMENT: Is it demand or supply that has created the housing affordability issue?
Paul Little: NZ Post - a post-modern postal service
Comment: NZ Post sent a letter asking people to throw it away.
Liam Dann: Lower immigration numbers could have changed history
Comment: Revised data showed New Zealand's immigration wave wasn't as big as we thought.
Airbnb exec calls for 'true bed tax,' Kaye says council out of control
Amid fear loathing, a call to be bold.
Tom O'Neil: Flexibility top priority for staff
There are a range of initiatives employers can put into place to give workers flexibility.
Minister for Workplace Relations ushers in new 10-year work safety plan
The vision for the future of the workplace has been decided. Next is action.
Audrey Young: Ardern's pitch to business
The contrast between Jacinda Ardern's speech last year and this year was stark.
PM warning: Global slowdown will hit NZ economy
Slowing global growth will have an impact on New Zealand.
Brian Fallow: Give fair pay a go
Comment: Too often, workers are caught in a race to the bottom.
Wage growth 'failing to fire' as unemployment rises
Latest labour market data shows unemployment rose slightly late last year.
Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki rolls in to Waitangi
The Destiny Church leader will give a sermon tomorrow.
Attract the right person for the job
New Zealand businesses are offering perks and incentives to attract talent.
Foreigner flight causes upheaval in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Government has imposed fees on the dependents of expatriate workers.
Liam Dann: Pot and property tax pose double dilemma for PM
Cannabis law and tax policy reform will both test Labour's appetite for electoral risk.
New data means NZ needs to build fewer houses, says economist
The immigration boom wasn't as big as reported, which has important economic implications.
Find time to choose wellbeing
Staff value wellbeing options but may not use them, writes Val Leveson.
Rub of the Green: Six Kiwi cannabis firms to watch
A green rush is taking over New Zealand – there are likely to be more losers than winners.
$1.7b 'stealth' tax grab: How much extra did you pay?
Use our NZ Herald calculator to work out how much extra tax you paid.