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
EmploymentIndia free trade deal could mean big things for NZ agricultureA free trade deal with the highly protected Indian economy could mean big things for New Zealand agriculture exporters.04 Feb 11:00 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
EmploymentComputer literacy standard would give NZ boost - reportThe Government has been called to take a role in promoting digital literacy after a report found adopting standards would raise productivity.02 Feb 01:55 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
EmploymentBusting free of the patent trapOpen source boosts innovation, conference told.26 Jan 03:00 PM
EmploymentBad year for getting a day off on the companyEnjoy next Monday off, Aucklanders - the Anniversary Day long weekend is the last you'll get until Easter, in early April.25 Jan 03:00 PM
EmploymentMore employers consider hiring as demand returnsThe number of firms wanting to take on new staff has grown to its highest level in nine months.24 Jan 03:00 PM
