EmploymentWages and salaries rising slightly, says Stats NZSalaries and wages are going up slowly, with a small rise in the June quarter showing employment is barely picking up.02 Aug 11:30 PM
Opinion<i>Andrew Little:</i> Employment laws should make work more rewardingAndrew Little writes that changes to laws that take away workers' rights are unfair and unjust.21 Jul 04:00 PM
EmploymentMore jobs being advertised - Labour DepartmentA hike in the number of jobs advertised online is good news for the economy and labour market, a new report says.19 Jul 12:10 AM
New ZealandGovt to extend 90-day trial - reportThe Government has announced plans to extend the 90 Day Trial scheme to incorporate more workplaces, reports TVNZ.15 Jul 07:05 AM
EmploymentNZ dollar peeks above US71c on risk appetite boostThe NZ dollar peeked above US71c for the first time since late June as good economic data from the US and Australia restored faith in the global economic recovery.08 Jul 09:10 PM
EmploymentGolden State sinking even deeper into economic mireCalifornians don't see much evidence of the recession coming to an end anytime soon.27 Jun 04:00 PM
Small BusinessAnother 174 jobs to go at meatworksSilver Fern Farms says it's preparing to cut up to 174 jobs from its Christchurch meatworks, the Belfast Rd site and the Canterbury lamb cutting works at Factory Rd.14 Jun 06:43 AM
Small BusinessSurvey: Employer optimism returningNZ employers are more optimistic than they have been in two years, prompting speculation hiring activity could soon return to pre-recession levels.07 Jun 10:30 PM
