Employment
Porn found on McSkimming's computer to be investigated
RNZ understands pornography found on the work computer of former deputy commissioner of police, Jevon McSkimming, is being investigated as alleged objectionable material. National Crime Correspondent… Audio
Work wanted: the thousands who can't get enough hours
Hundreds of thousands of people don't have as much paid work as they need - with labour market data showing fewer hours are being worked. Audio
Police deputy commissioner resigns after porn allegedly found on work computer
RNZ understands pornography has been found on the work computer of the former police deputy commissioner Jevon McSkimming. National Crime Correspondent Sam Sherwood spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
PSA and govt enter mediation over flexible working arrangements for govt employees
The Public Service Association starts mediation with the government on Tuesday, as the union wants to retain working from home arrangements for government employees. PSA National Secretary Fleur… Audio
Health NZ eyes $1.8b cost for unpaid leave dating back 15 years
$130m has been spent on consultants and contractors to fix Holiday Act compliance errors. Audio
Family speaks of financial desperation after redundancy, ERA ruling
A husband and wife who lost their jobs with a construction company say their family has at times gone without food as they struggle to recover, but they don't hold out hope an Employment Relations…
The rise of robots: Job takers or life savers?
From rice-sized brain surgeons to elderly caregivers. The robots are no longer coming - they're already here. Audio
'Arrogance': Protesters angry at government's pay equity law change
The pay equity legislation backlash continues, with one march in Nelson on Saturday attracting 1500 protesters.
Protesters gather at workplace minister's office
More than 1000 people walked to Brooke van Velden's Auckland office as part of nationwide protests against changes to pay equity law.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 9 May 2025
In today's episode, the government has opted against setting up a new compensation scheme for survivors of abuse in state care, in favour of putting more money into the current system, cheers of joy… Audio
Ever wanted to ditch the 9-to-5 and teach snowsports?
Workplace burnout and the Covid pandemic have sparked a rethink of the traditional 9-to-5 job.
$10k compensation after rosters changed to separate couple
But an employment expert says there can be legitimate rules about workplace relationships.
ACC backs down over Māori, Pasifika injury targets after ACT pressure
ACT had accused the ACC of not complying with a directive that public services be delivered on the basis of need not race.
When will 33,000 people who've lost their jobs get them back?
The unemployment rate may have plateaued but the downturn has left thousands out of work.
The human face of pay equity
The Government has rushed through changes to the Equal Pay Act that will make it harder for workers to make claims of unfair pay based on gender discrimination They claim it save billions. Hawkes Bay… Audio
The Panel with Sue Bradford & Scott Campbell (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Sue Bradford & Scott Campbell. They discuss: what's happening in Kashmir and the Auckland super city 15 years on. Plus we hear from care… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 7 May 2025
In today's episode, convicted double murderer Mark Lundy has been released from prison, more medical specialists are ditching the public health system in favour of working in private hospitals, a… Audio
Unemployment rate remains at 5.1 percent
The unemployment rate has surprised commentators and remains unchanged at the start of the year. Frog Recruitment Managing Director Shannon Barlow spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Pasifika advocate on pay equity changes
A Pasifika advocate says the imminent pay equity law change is a slap in the face for women, particularly for Maori, Pacific and migrant workers. Pasifika advocate Latayvia Tualasea Tautai spoke to… Audio
Medical specialists ditching public health system: Data
The new data from the Medical Council and released by the senior doctors' union tracks the distribution of medical specialists between public and private work between 2022 and 2024. Association for… Audio
