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Staffing costs at Hawke’s Bay councils - are they reasonable?

Economist Brad Olsen says there's a tendency to “vilify” the spending.

Pay equity, KiwiSaver and housing: Where the Govt cut $21b

The pay equity changes have saved the Government almost $13b.

New Reserve Bank survey shows business inflation expectations rising

The Reserve Bank has launched a new survey of business expectations.

Toby Moore: Why debt ceiling fears are overblown

OPINION: Finance Minister Willis warned last Tuesday of nearing NZ's debt ceiling.

The pay rise most Kiwis would walk out of their job for

Money continues to be a powerful influence, even in an uncertain job market.

Hayden Wilson: Fiscal restraint and growth focus define upcoming Budget

OPINION: Is there light at the end of the tunnel?

Spark confirms outsourcing deal, reveals number of NZ jobs lost

The restructure comes on top of a contract to outsource roles to Infosys.

Dellwyn Stuart: Pay equity move erodes democracy in NZ

The Government used urgency to change pay equity rules last week.

‘It’s hurting, it’s really hurting’: Kristine Bartlett on Government move to restrict pay equity claims

The changes are set to give the Government major cost reductions ahead of the Budget.

CEO pay survey: NZ’s first $5m woman but recession hits many in the pocket

Pay packets fall as CEOs fail to achieve performance targets.

New Tourism Minister on more international visitors - and who pays for infrastructure

Upston has announced $60m in tourism initiatives, but none are additional investments.

'People are working their hearts out': The struggle of Northland's workers

Of Northland's workforce, 66% earn $50,000 or less annually.

'Feel like a human': Resene workers struggle to get by on wages

One man said he couldn't even afford a birthday gift for his child.

Liam Dann: RBNZ needs to cut interest rates further and faster

OPINION: The only certainty around the economic direction right now is uncertainty.

Shane Te Pou: Will Winston ride to the rescue for low-wage workers?

OPINION: It’s dumb from a business point of view and, worse, it’s heartless.

‘Smarter investment’: $977m regional deal to bolster Northland economy

Northland's regional deal could boost GDP by $977m and create 6000 jobs.