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New Zealand set to benefit from $172m Tongan airport development
Clean technologies

New Zealand set to benefit from $172m Tongan airport development

Kiwi architects and builders could gain work as the island's new runway opens direct flights, boosting trade and tourism links.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Oct 2021
The promise of reformed policies will advance infrastructure projects
Jobs

The promise of reformed policies will advance infrastructure projects

Transport industry groups say decades of stop-start planning could end if National’s $31 billion road and rail programme goes ahead.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 24th Jul 2020
How KiwiRail will spend its $1.2b rail investment
Supply Chain

How KiwiRail will spend its $1.2b rail investment

Better freight services and more reliable trains are set to follow, as the funding also covers new ferries and ageing locomotives.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Mon, 18th May 2020
A budget for our times
Education, Learning & Training

A budget for our times

New Zealand’s wage subsidy extension and infrastructure spending are meant to blunt soaring unemployment as the economy heads into recession.

By Staff Writer • 13 min read • Fri, 15th May 2020
73 Auckland projects ready after lockdown
Auckland Council

73 Auckland projects ready after lockdown

Construction jobs and council investment could restart quickly, as Auckland submits 73 infrastructure projects for the Government’s stimulus list.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Apr 2020
Rapid construction restart holds key to economic recovery
Jobs

Rapid construction restart holds key to economic recovery

Cashflow support and clearer contract rules could help keep builders employed and speed New Zealand's economic recovery after the lockdown.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Apr 2020

Global Stories

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Job growth stalls across ANZ, unqualified candidate numbers expected to rise
Jobs

Job growth stalls across ANZ, unqualified candidate numbers expected to rise

There has been a significant dip in new jobs across Australia and New Zealand, indicating the start of an economic slowdown.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Feb 2023
Lessons from selling my side hustle to MessageMedia
Jobs

Lessons from selling my side hustle to MessageMedia

A technology startup founder shares his experience of selling his side-hustle Smooth Messenger to Australia's largest SMS platform, MessageMedia.

By Jeremy Nagel • 5 min read • Fri, 26th Aug 2022
Automation to take over 63 million jobs in APAC by 2040 - report
Jobs

Automation to take over 63 million jobs in APAC by 2040 - report

Over 63 million jobs in the Asia Pacific could be lost to automation by 2040, according to a new report by Forrester.

By Jessie Chiang • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Aug 2022
JobAdder reveals reality of 'the great resignation'
Jobs

JobAdder reveals reality of 'the great resignation'

The reports together highlight the impact of 'the great resignation' and worsening candidate shortages - reflecting a tight talent market.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Fri, 29th Jul 2022
JobAdder reveals how COVID-19 has impacted recruitment
Jobs

JobAdder reveals how COVID-19 has impacted recruitment

Job growth in Australia experienced a slight decline in Q4 2021 as the Omicron variant spread, according to the 2021 JobAdder Global Industry Report.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Thu, 17th Feb 2022
Best city for cybersecurity jobs revealed
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Best city for cybersecurity jobs revealed

Washington D.C has been revealed as the best city for cybersecurity jobs, according to new research from Techshielder.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Mon, 30th Aug 2021
Qualtrics announces ambitious plans for APJ region
Customer Relationship Management

Qualtrics announces ambitious plans for APJ region

Qualtrics plans to hire 1,200 new employees in the Asia Pacific and Japan region, as part of its expansion and investment in the area.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jun 2021
Relief from COVID-19 impact spurs ANZ job market
Health Technologies

Relief from COVID-19 impact spurs ANZ job market

Job seekers in Australia and New Zealand need to broaden their skill set and horizons, according to a new report by JobAdder.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Nov 2020
Border restrictions block Konica Minolta Australia managing director replacement
Supply Chain

Border restrictions block Konica Minolta Australia managing director replacement

Border restrictions delay leadership transition at Konica Minolta Australia, with Dr. David Cooke staying on as Yohei Konaka awaits travel clearance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Apr 2020

Stories from Other Regions

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ACS encourages federal leaders to think bigger around tech jobs
Quantum Computing

ACS encourages federal leaders to think bigger around tech jobs

Australian tech industry targets aren't ambitious enough, says ACS, calling for greater visionary thinking from leaders.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Mar 2022
Study finds huge disconnect between managers and employees
Human Capital Management

Study finds huge disconnect between managers and employees

Australian managers overestimate their efficacy at engaging and recognizing employees, leading to a disconnect, says Achievers study.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 12th Jul 2021