Employment
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 12th August 2025
In today's episode, Critical staff shortages, a siloed culture and serious governance issues have been identified in an inquiry into Canterbury's Mental Health Services - sparked by the murder of a… Audio
Hospitality industry on govt's two new work visas
Farmers, winemakers and tour operators are welcoming the government's announcement of two new work visas to help bring workers into the country - but the hospitality industry says it's been left out… Audio
Why rising underutilisation of the workforce is cause for concern
Emile Donovan speaks to Shamubeel Eaqub, Chief Economist at Simplicity. Audio
First submissions against govt's pay equity changes heard
The first submissions have been heard by a People's Select Committee designed to challenge the government's rushed changes to the Equal Pay Amendment Act. Reporter Ellen O'Dwyer spoke to Charlotte… Audio
PSA pushes for more staff to boost Auckland Hospital safety
But Health NZ claims the number of assaults have reduced in the six months to May. Audio
Coloured blocks on your CV - and other job-hunting mistakes
Recruitment experts point out some common mistakes you might be making. Audio
No simple solution to stimulate economic growth - Minister for Auckland
Simeon Brown says the government were doing several things to positively impact the region's economy. Audio
Northland school dealing with winter staffing crisis
A Northland school has been forced to roster students home due to a winter staffing crisis. Northland College Principal Duane Allen spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Career consultant on how to update CV
Stats out this week show unemployment at 5.2 percent - the highest since 2020 - and we've heard from a number of people feeling the pain. Career consultant Merrie McDougall spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss Audio
History with Dr Grant Morris: How many lawyers is too many?
New Zealand has one of the highest number of lawyers per capita in the world. But it certainly wasn't always the case. Today our resident professor, Dr Grant Morris explores how and why we have so… Audio
Workers moving towns in desperate quest for jobs
Some are resorting to taking jobs more than two hours' drive away as the unemployment rate rises. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 7th August 2025
In today's episode, Maori are being warned to be vigilant as online gambling sites use fake names and photos to lure people in; An emergency doctor says there will be serious consequences for patient… Audio
How to find work in a challenging job market
New Zealand's unemployment rate has risen to 5.2 percent - the highest level since 2020 - which means it is pretty grim out there for job seekers. We ask the CEO and founder of Integrity recruitment… Audio
Many jobseekers frustrated by job market
With unemployment at its highest level in five years and a very tight job market - many job seekers say it's disheartening applying for jobs and hearing nothing back beyond an automated response. Frog… Audio
ED doctor on St John plan to axe volunteers
An emergency doctor says there will be serious consequences for patient care if St John goes ahead with a plan to get rid of volunteers in hospital EDs. Hutt Hospital ED doctor Dr Tanya Wilton spoke… Audio
Unemployment rate for Pacific people more than double national average
That's according to the just-released Stats NZ quarterly labour market figures. Audio
The people working for $10 - and less - an hour
The problem facing people moving off income support. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 7 August 2025
In today's episode, a Christchurch man says he has applied for hundreds of jobs with no success, and despairs about what to do next; New Zealand's unemployment rate has hit 5.2% - the highest since… Audio
'It shouldn't be this difficult': Skilled worker can't get job after hundreds of applications
Insurance adjustor James Brown says he can't even get a call centre job. Audio
Does getting NCEA mean you earn more?
NCEA may be on the way out - but has it been delivering better jobs and income for the students who've completed it? Audio
