Category: employment_and_labor
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Media Monitor: BBC reports on escalating Israel-Iran conflict and New Zealand's 'brain drain'
The BBC is reporting that Israel has been conducting strikes in Iran's capital, Tehran, and in Lebanon's capital, Beirut. According to the Iranian Red Crescent, the death toll in Iran has reached 787 since the strikes began on February 28.…
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Fire Doors Recalled Due to Potential Asbestos Contamination
Firemex has issued a recall for Pyropanel-brand fire-rated doors, citing potential asbestos fibre contamination in the door core. According to WorkSafe, if the fire doors remain intact, the risk of asbestos exposure is negligible. However, WorkSafe clarified that if the…
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Gayle Holmes Appointed Deputy Chief Executive at Civil Aviation Authority
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has announced the appointment of Gayle Holmes as its new Deputy Chief Executive, Regulatory Enablement and Response. Holmes will join the CAA's Executive Leadership Team on April 7, 2026. Currently, Holmes serves as General Manager,…
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New Zealand Unemployment Rate Rises to 5.4 Percent
New Zealand’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate reached 5.4 percent in the December 2025 quarter, up from 5.3 percent in the previous quarter, Stats NZ reported on February 4, 2026. This marks the highest unemployment rate since the September 2015 quarter,…
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on ferry grounding, road cone spending, and brain training
RNZ is reporting that the Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) will send a team of investigators to Akaroa following the grounding of a ferry. The 17-meter catamaran was on a wildlife cruise with 38 passengers and three crew aboard when…
Politics and GovernmentHealthMediaGeneral PoliticsEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesEducation
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New Zealand Employment Holds Steady in December 2025
New Zealand's employment indicators for December 2025 reveal a flat overall trend in filled jobs, with a net decrease of 709 positions, bringing the total to 2.35 million. While primary industries saw a 0.2 percent drop and goods-producing industries decreased…
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Māori Business Sales Dip Slightly in September Quarter
In the September 2025 quarter, approximately 1,500 Māori authorities and related businesses were part of the Tatauranga umanga Māori population. These entities are defined as businesses that manage or administer assets held in common ownership by iwi and Māori, primarily…
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Work-Related Injury Data Released for 2008-2024
Stats NZ has released the ‘Work-related injury targets at a glance: 2008–2024’ tables. This data completes the ‘Serious injury outcome indicators: 2000–2024’ release, which was published in two parts to ensure data quality. The delay in publishing this information is…
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New Zealand Sees Slight Rise in Filled Jobs in November 2025
New Zealand's labour market showed a slight expansion in November 2025, with a 0.3% increase in seasonally adjusted filled jobs compared to the previous month. This rise represents an addition of 6,569 jobs, bringing the total to 2.35 million filled…
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Media Monitor: The Hindu reports India, New Zealand conclude FTA talks
The Hindu is reporting that India and New Zealand on Monday concluded discussions on a free trade agreement (FTA) that will give India tariff-free access to the island nation’s markets. It said the agreement is expected to bring in $20…
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentWorldTradeEconomyEmployment and LaborAsia The HinduIndiaFree Trade AgreementTariffsVisas
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Work-Related Injury Data Tables Delayed
Stats NZ announced a delay in publishing the ‘Work-related injury targets at a glance’ tables, which were expected on January 15, 2026. The delay is attributed to ongoing data quality issues. Stats NZ apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this…
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Fatal Incident Involving Commercial Mower in Te Kouma
One person has died following an incident involving a commercial mower in Te Kouma, Coromandel, today. Emergency services were called to the scene on Te Kouma Road at approximately midday. Despite the efforts of staff and members of the public,…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesEmployment and LaborLegal Te KoumaCoromandelcommercial mowerWorkSafeCoronerfatal incidentaccidentNew Zealand Police
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Gross Earnings Data Release Date Changed
Stats NZ announced that the release of gross earnings data for the September 2025 quarter will be on Friday, December 19, at 2pm. This is a change from the previously scheduled date of December 11, 2025. According to the release,…
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New Zealand's Filled Jobs Remain Flat in September 2025 Quarter
Wellington, New Zealand – Stats NZ reported that total filled jobs in New Zealand reached 2.23 million in the September 2025 quarter. Seasonally adjusted figures showed a flat trend, with an increase of only 938 jobs compared to the June…
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New Zealand Business Financial Data Shows Sales Increase in September 2025 Quarter
New Zealand's business financial data for the September 2025 quarter indicates positive financial movement across most market industries. Sales reached $197 billion, a $7.6 billion increase (4.0 percent) compared to the September 2024 quarter. Purchases also rose to $138 billion,…
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Gross Earnings Data Delay for September 2025 Quarter
Stats NZ has announced that gross earnings data will not be included in the Business employment data: September 2025 quarter release on December 11, as originally planned. The delay is attributed to issues identified during data preparation. According to the…
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Stats NZ Corrects 2024 Work-Related Fatality Data
Stats NZ has issued a correction to the 'Serious injury outcome indicators: 2000–2024', initially published on 26 November 2025. The provisional number for work-related fatalities in 2024 has been updated in table 13 of the ‘Serious injury outcome indicators: 2000–2024…
HealthBusinessMediaEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesMedia CrisisAustralasia
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Stats NZ Updates Technical Notes for Linked Employer-Employee Data
Stats NZ has released the 2025 update to the technical notes for the annual statistics produced from the Linked Employer-Employee Data (LEED). LEED annual tables provide information on New Zealanders’ interaction with the labour market and their sources of income.…
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Creative Sand Recalls Coloured Sand Due to Asbestos Concerns
Creative Sand has initiated a voluntary recall of its coloured sand product after initial testing revealed the presence of mineral fibres consistent with asbestos. While exposure to asbestos does not cause immediate health problems, long-term exposure can lead to health…
HealthBusinessSocial IssuesAustralasiaMedical ScienceEmployment and LaborEducation
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New Zealand Employment Stagnant in October 2025
New Zealand's employment landscape remained largely unchanged in October 2025, with seasonally adjusted filled jobs across all industries remaining flat, decreasing by only 49 jobs to a total of 2.34 million. According to Stats NZ, primary industries experienced a slight…
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Fire and Emergency NZ Urges Union to Halt Strike
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is urging the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) to call off its strike, scheduled for midday to 1pm tomorrow (Friday). This request comes as the Employment Relations Authority considers an application to provide independent…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessSocial IssuesEmployment and LaborFederal GovernmentEconomy Fire and Emergency New ZealandNZPFUstrikeEmployment Relations AuthorityMegan Stiflercollective employment agreement
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New Zealand Retail Sales Surge 1.9% in September Quarter
New Zealand's retail sector experienced a boost in the September 2025 quarter, with total sales volumes increasing by 1.9 percent, according to Stats NZ. The increase equates to $472 million compared to the June 2025 quarter. The figures have been…
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Multiple Product Recalls Announced Due to Asbestos Risk, Fire Hazard, and Choking Hazards
Several products have been recalled due to safety concerns, including the presence of asbestos, potential fire hazards, and choking risks. Consumers are urged to stop using the affected products immediately and follow the provided safety guidelines. Two sand art sets,…
HealthBusinessScience & TechnologyAustralasiaMedical ScienceEmployment and LaborEnergyLegal
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New Zealand's Net Migration Drops to Lowest Since 2013
New Zealand's net migration gain has fallen to 12,400 in the year to September 2025, according to provisional estimates released by Stats NZ. This is down from 42,400 in the previous year. The 2025 figure represents the lowest net migration…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessAustralasiaEconomyEmployment and Labor
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Ready-Mixed Concrete Volume Declines in September 2025 Quarter
In the September 2025 quarter, New Zealand's ready-mixed concrete production experienced a decline. The actual volume produced reached 926,283 cubic metres, marking a 6.5 percent decrease compared to the September 2024 quarter. For the year ending September 2025, the total…
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New Zealand's Unemployment Rate Stays Above 5% in September 2025
New Zealand's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained at 5.3 percent in the September 2025 quarter, according to Stats NZ. This marks the fourth consecutive quarter with the unemployment rate exceeding 5 percent. The last time the unemployment rate reached 5.3…
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New Zealand Business Numbers Increase Slightly in 2025
Provisional data indicates that New Zealand's business landscape experienced mixed changes as of February 2025. According to the latest statistics, the total number of enterprises in New Zealand reached 617,330, marking a 0.5 percent increase compared to February 2024. This…
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New Zealand Police Launch 'Calling Card' Recruitment Campaign
The New Zealand Police have launched a new recruitment campaign, dubbed ‘Calling Card’, targeting individuals with varied skills and experiences. The campaign aims to highlight the diverse career opportunities within the police force and encourage those with relevant abilities to…
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New Zealand's Filled Jobs Rise in September 2025
Figures from Stats NZ indicate a rise in seasonally adjusted filled jobs across all industries in September 2025, increasing by 0.3 percent (6,779 jobs) to reach 2.35 million. The service industries experienced a 0.4 percent increase (6,737 jobs). Goods-producing industries…
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Work-related injury claims fall to record low
New data shows a decrease in work-related injury claims in New Zealand. According to injury statistics for work-related claims, a total of 209,400 claims were made in 2024, a decrease of 16,600 from 2023. The incidence rate for work-related injury…