New Zealand'It really is hard': Why older jobseekers are struggling in NZ's current marketSeniors at Work reports 50-100 older job seekers are signing up to its site daily.15 Jul 08:22 AM
New ZealandSmall town's mayor says campus closure would condemn locals to povertyToi Ohomai Te Pūkenga put forward a proposal to disestablish the jobs of 166 people.15 Jul 06:00 AM
PremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: The changes we need to make to make electricity prices affordableOPINION: Plus Luxon on unemployment; climate change; social cohesion and the CRL.04 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: The upside to this painfully slow economic recovery 22 Jun 07:00 AM
PremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: Should you take NZ Super if you don't need it?03 Jun 09:00 PM
PremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: This Govt seems intent on giving the boot to people31 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Town v Country – Big cities left behind in economic recoveryOPINION: A two-speed economy is developing which could cause headaches for the RBNZ.31 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFormer Timaru meatworks site sold for undisclosed amountSix hundred workers lost their jobs when the 139-year-old site closed last year.26 May 04:07 AM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateAnother rate cut expected as new RBNZ Governor fronts for first timeThe Reserve Bank will produce new forecasts amid a period of extreme uncertainty.25 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: This was the 'buy your ticket to Australia' BudgetOPINION: Growth is expected to slow in 2026, as unemployment stays high.24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNearly 9000 teens to lose welfare if parents can support them under new testA 'parental assistance test' will be introduced for single 18- and 19-year-olds in 2027.22 May 04:34 AM
New Zealand'No longer feels like the organisation I loved': Napier council staff bristle at job-loss plan'We were told we're a family and we look after our own.'21 May 08:08 AM
BusinessNew Reserve Bank survey shows business inflation expectations risingThe Reserve Bank has launched a new survey of business expectations.21 May 04:28 AM
TechnologySpark confirms outsourcing deal, reveals number of NZ jobs lostThe restructure comes on top of a contract to outsource roles to Infosys.18 May 10:50 PM
TechnologySpark confirms jobs will go as it outsources to AI, networking partnerRestructure comes on top of contract to outsource roles to Infosys.16 May 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEconomyUpbeat outlook: Westpac economists see recovery gathering steamStrong export prices are helping to drive the economic recovery.12 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessJobless rate better than expected, part-time worker increase creditedThe labour market remained weak and disinflationary, economists say.07 May 03:30 AM
EmploymentUnemployment remains unchanged at 5.1%The labour market remains subdued despite better-than-expected result.06 May 10:50 PM
New ZealandUnemployment expected to hit 5.3%, highest in nearly a decadeNew unemployment rate figures are due out today.06 May 08:06 PM
New ZealandUnemployment to hit decade high and Trump told ‘country is not for sale’ | NZ Herald News UpdateUnemployment to hit decade high, vape stores within walking distance of most schools and Trump told ‘country is not for sale’.Watch06 May 07:22 PM
New Zealand'Real barriers': Surging benefit sanctions raise concernsSanctions for missed MSD appointments rose to 9042 in March 2025.05 May 07:42 PM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentUnemployment set to rise to highest level in nearly a decadeLabour market data will also reveal how fast wages are rising.04 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandRedundancy shock: Maternity leave ends with unexpected job lossTanya Winson was made redundant by her employer while on maternity leave. Winson claims the redundancy process was unfair and is seeking legal advice.Watch01 May 09:41 PM
New ZealandKiwiRail to retire Aratere ferry in $120m cost-saving decisionThe Aratere will be retired this year to allow for new port construction.30 Apr 06:37 AM
New Zealand'Deep cuts': Hundreds of health IT jobs to be axedIT workers in healthcare are being told this week if their jobs are being disestablished. 30 Apr 04:01 AM
New ZealandHow a Fordlands stream project is inspiring its communityThe Hutia te Rito project in Fordlands employs 10 local jobseekers.24 Apr 04:30 AM
New Zealand'A lot brighter': Job programme offers hope for young workersHe joined a programme helping young people aged 18 to 24 find work.22 Apr 12:47 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: RBNZ needs to cut interest rates further and fasterOPINION: The only certainty around the economic direction right now is uncertainty.19 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJob cuts at pet food giant Ziwi, including Hawke's Bay'It is a good bunch of people – that is the sad thing.'17 Apr 12:00 AM
