Whangārei’s Butter Factory staff face thousands in lost wages after liquidation
In late 2024, police opposed the on-licence renewal because Kaur and Singh had no experience running a high-risk…
More than 1200 Auckland home support workers’ jobs at risk after Health NZ decision
“I had to look my team in the eyes yesterday afternoon, where we stood in front of them…
Whanganui GP appointments, prescriptions, RAT sales swell as late flu surge enters spring
An intermediate school student she treated had influenza A for nine days, she said. Healthcare staff and their…
Health NZ contract cuts put 1200 Auckland home-support worker jobs at risk
“If they now have a stranger coming into their home, it’s a major, major impact on people,” he…
Before employers shift more healthcare costs to workers, they should ask hospitals a question
American employers are approaching an uncomfortable choice: absorb another large increase in healthcare costs or pass more of…
Eating lunch outdoors may have mental, emotional payoffs for employees, new survey suggests
New research has revealed that more than half of Americans admit they regularly fail to step outside during…
Hawke’s Bay highways’ cyclone repairs complete after 2.4 million hours by 4100 workers
Together, TREC completed work on State Highways 2, 5, 35, 38, 50 and 51. They repaired or rebuilt…
Juken New Zealand’s Kaitāia mill closes as workers leave
“I drove into the car park and there were probably five cars in there. Usually there would be…
Hiring changes at Tasmanian health department spark fears for patient outcomes
A mental health clinic leader in Tasmania’s north-west has called the government’s move to “declassify” some positions in…
Why self-employed workers are falling behind in KiwiSaver – Nadine Higgins
Not only do they contribute less, but fewer also contribute at all. Just 44% of people who work…
Qualcomm robot collapses on stage at Computex 2026 in viral moment
A humanoid robot dramatically collapsed during a live presentation before being covered with black sheets and awkwardly carried…
Election 2026: The Opportunity Party’s tax plan could lead to public service job losses, less money for Oranga Tamariki, leader Qiulae Wong says
Some of the savings will come from Oranga Tamariki, the Government department that protects vulnerable young children. Opportunity’s…