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Business optimism stalls as recovery catches up
Business confidence stalled in December, according to the latest Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion.
Aust job ads grow quickly in December
The number of jobs advertised in major Australian newspapers and online rose by 6 per cent in December, the strongest monthly growth since May 2007.
Ageing workforce defines next decade
After 10 years of war for talent, the Noughties ended with unemployment at a nine-year high of 6.5 per cent.
Unions and Labour argue holiday changes unfair
Unions and the Labour Party have reacted angrily to a Government decision to allow workers to cash in their fourth week of holidays.
Banks taking fizz out of staff Christmas parties
Banks are worried about how they will be perceived if they throw lavish Christmas parties.
Gloom lifts but slump will take toll
The economy's prospects look a lot brighter in the Treasury's latest forecasts than they did when it was preparing the Budget in April.
Treasury more upbeat about growth, says English
Treasury says NZ has come through the financial crisis in better shape than most of its traditional trading partners.