Rse Scheme
Questions raised about RSE scheme as more workers approved
New Zealand's Government has announced about 2400 more migrant workers will be allowed into the country for seasonal horticultural work, many from the Pacific Islands. Audio
From the cockpit to the tractor cab
Former pilots, cafe workers and ex sales people are just some of those looking at a career in agriculture after Covid-19 disrupted their lives. Country Life spent a day with the budding beekeepers… Audio, Gallery
National to revive RSE scheme, repeal regulations if elected
The National Party is promising to revive the Recognised Seasonal Employer, or RSE scheme, if it wins the election, as well as repealing legislation and regulations that it says ae burdonsome on… Audio
Vanuatu orchard workers desperate to get home
Ni-vanuatu workers on an orchard in Central Otago are desperate to return home to help rebuild their villages after Cyclone Harold struck last month but Covid-19 has got in the way. Audio
Time for honest talk about barriers to work - Immigration Minister
The Immigration Minister has defended efforts to get NZ job seekers into the regions, saying the government needs to look at why they are not taking up work. Video, Audio