Employment
Tight job market to get more competitive in Wellington as govt agencies look to make more cuts
A tight job market in the capital is about to get even more competitive, with government agencies looking to make more cuts over the next few months.
But those facing redundancy won't just be… Audio
Scarce Wellington jobs have people looking elsewhere
Some say they have already been struggling to find work, even before an influx of redundant public sector workers.
Demand for IT professionals falls
Technology professionals have seen demand for their skills tumble by more than 50 percent over the past year, according to an industry body that tracks recruitment around the country.
The… Audio
Ruapehu's tourism future is complicated and confusing
Snow season is fast approaching but the North Island's only commercial skiing mountain has an uncertain future Audio
Public servants on edge over wait for final decisions on jobs
Destroyed, distressed, and disappointed - public servants are reeling as government departments continue to bring down the axe on jobs.
Govt departments defend staffing increase in late 2023
Government departments that increased their staff numbers towards the end of last year have defended the hiring.
Ministry of Health proposes 134 job losses
And the Ministry of Social Development is also calling for mass voluntary redundancies. Audio
Ministry of Health confirms it will cut 134 roles
Destroyed, distressed, and disappointed, public servants are reeling as government departments continue to bring down the axe on jobs to save cash. The Ministry of Health has confirmed it will cut 134… Audio
'How long I can survive?' - Public servants distraught
Workers describe the emotional and financial stress they are under as they face losing their jobs.
Govt job losses 'uncomfortable in the short term' - Minister
Job losses in the public sector are "unfortunate" but the government has to ensure agencies are exercising restraint, Minister of Employment Louise Upston says. Audio
Brain drain is underway, recruiters say
While it is a challenging time to look for a job, one recruiter says it is not all doom and gloom.
People heading overseas to get away from NZ's tough job market
Recruiters have said the brain drain is underway, with some people heading overseas to get away from New Zealand's tough job market. Dozens of companies and government agencies have announced… Audio
Employment minister responds to hundreds of job losses in public sector
The axe is falling on hundreds of jobs in the public sector, with the latest losses looming at Oranga Tamariki and The Ministry of Health. Ministries have been ordered to find between 6.5 and 7.5% in… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 3rd April 2024
Today on the Pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman previews tonight's show and producer Sally Ward joins discuss why millenials are quitting the rat race. Audio
What workplace kitchens say about office culture
Who takes responsibility for the unwashed cups, the sink full of food scraps, or even when the dishwasher is emptied and by whom, can all be catalysts for larger workplace disputes, says Dr Libby… Audio
Laundromat owner ordered to pay ex-best friend over sacking
The Queenstown laundromat owner has been ordered to pay a former employee and best friend almost $60,000 after the Employment Relations Authority found the worker was unjustifiably dismissed.
Court dismisses Air NZ appeal over Covid-19 compensation to crew member
A former Air NZ flight attendant who fell ill with Covid-19 while helping people get home between New Zealand and China during lockdown has achieved a milestone in his fight for compensation.
Changes to Gloriavale response could risk gains - ministers told
Work to protect members of the Gloriavale Christian community from exploitation and abuse could lose momentum with the end of an all-of-government response, ministers have been told.
Port of Auckland workers protest mayor's long-term lease proposal
Workers gathered on the streets outside Auckland Town Hall to oppose the ports being leased out by the council.
Ministry of Pacific Peoples to lose 40% of workforce
The Ministry of Pacific Peoples is the latest to face the reality of the Coalition government's cost-cutting, with staff informed of plans to slash the workforce by 40%. Under the proposal, 63… Audio