Employment
Unemployment rises to highest level in a decade
Worse than expected, the unemployment rate rose to its highest level since 2015. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 4 February 2026
More New Zelaanders are out of work with unemployment rising to its highest level in more than a decade. Auckland and Wellington are hit hard as people lose their jobs in the cities. We unpack the job… Audio
How much do accountants actually earn?
Australian accountants are still getting paid more than New Zealanders - but the local sector had a bigger pay bump in the past year.
Shower Thoughts: What do 'best boys' do?
Tonight, we demystify the title of best boy, as well as many other obscure film jobs, with none other than talented New Zealand filmmaker Rob Sarkies. Audio
Unemployment set to linger as wage growth remains steady
Most major bank economists expect the unemployment rate to stay unchanged at 5.3 percent for the three months ended December.
How do you cope when your workplace is in constant change?
It feels like every day there is another company going bust, or downsizing, which means lots of you are living in a state of constant change or doing more with fewer staff. Jane Ward runs an HR… Audio
Air NZ flight attendants plan trio of strikes next month
Their union says problems with Air New Zealand's planes and services are creating extra headaches for staff at 38,000 feet.
Over your job? Find out why it's never too late to change careers
Most of us have been back at work for a couple of weeks now and some of you might be realising your job is no longer sparking joy. In fact, according to our next guest, three quarters of us would… Audio
High unemployment boosting volunteering numbers here and abroad
An organisation offering volunteering work abroad says New Zealand's tight job market is fueling interest in their assignments. Amy Williams reports. Audio
Teacher in long-running employment dispute awarded $25,000
But not everything went former Christchurch Boys' High School teacher Susan Mowat's way
Recruitment clashes with the world of AI slop-ification
GoGetta CEO Colleen Getley runs a recruitment platform and she joins Maggie Tweedie and Mark Williams to chat about the year ahead in the NZ job market, and specifically the awkward role of AI both on… Audio
Job ads stall in December, after six months of growth
The 0.3 percent decline ended six months of consecutive increases.
Tight job market fuels interest in volunteer work overseas
Local charities report turning away people wanting to volunteer amid a high rate of unemployment.
'Very draining': Difficult job hunts cast shadow on London OE for Kiwis
UK-based recruiters say it is a difficult time to secure work in the city, even for experienced expats. Audio
Skilled or not: residence changes this year and who it affects
Migrants who were told their job was skilled and put them on a path to residence say the goalposts have shifted - and some are off to Australia. Audio
Oranga Tamariki manager called crying staffer 'sookie baby'
Three Māori providers also complained her behaviour undermined Māori culture.
Job numbers edge up in November, but still down on last year
When compared with November 2024, the number of actual filled jobs fell 0.4 percent.
Employee confidence still in the negative
Confidence has improved slightly, but remains deeply pessimistic, the latest data shows.
Urgent care clinic short-staffing unfair on community - union
Health NZ said the accident and medical clinic was without a doctor on Monday morning because the rostered staffer was sick.
The benefits of intergenerational friendships in the workplace
A recent social media trend features Gen Z workers singing and dancing with their older colleagues and showcasing their friendships.
