There are further encouraging signs that the economy is recovering but it brings with it tightening job market which reignites concerns about New Zealand’s skill shortages… a survey shows most companies that rehire former employees report it’s been good move… and too few New Zealand corporates appear to give toss about meeting accepted global standards of responsible corporate governance. Read more »
The economic mood was already lifting before the Reserve Bank – followed by market reaction to its decision to hold the Official Cash Rate – gave it further fillip yesterday, reports economics correspondent Bob Edlin. Read more »
Although the economy has been very weak for almost year, the labour market has continued to tighten up, albeit slowly, says BNZ chief economist Tony Alexander. He expects that tightening will become quite pronounced as growth accelerates from later this year, meaning employers need to be giving greater thought to their recruitment and staff retention strategies. Read more »
A tightening labour market will bring New Zealand’s skills shortages into sharp focus once again. Executive Update canvassed the views of number of recruitment heads about what companies – and the country – should consider doing to address this issue. Read more »
More than half of New Zealand businesses have rehired former employees and most consider it to have been good move, according to research report released this week by recruitment agency Hudson. Read more »
The Reserve Bank is asking the public for feedback on a proposal that banks must provide a minimum level of cash services so people, businesses, and community groups can withdraw
Employers who use AI responsibly in the hiring process, with clear intent and strong human oversight, will be better positioned to compete for talent while maintaining trust, writes Alan Price.
Finalists in the 2026 Diversity Awards NZ have been announced, with the judges recognising 50 entrants for the mahi they are doing to grow inclusive workplaces across Aotearoa New Zealand.
