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Job market jitters: What’s in store for 2025
Increasing numbers of jobseekers are battling for fewer jobs.
Most popular dream job for Kiwis revealed in global study
From aspiring doctors to DJ dreams, the world's most sought-after jobs may surprise you.
People who feel fulfilled by their jobs share this distinct behaviour, and you can too
Career disillusionment is on the rise, what stops us from finding more fulfilling work?
Tania Tapsell on motherhood and mayoralty: ‘It’s been so joyful!’
The mayor of Rotorua on juggling her role with first-time motherhood.
What’s next for Black Fern Ruby Tui?
The Black Ferns hero talks about her tough year ahead and preparing for life after rugby.
Soft skills key: Expert predicts job market trends for 2025
Soft skills are increasingly in demand as artificial intelligence takes over hard skills.
Kiwi TV stars share exciting updates one year after fairytale wedding
The Kiwi acting duo share some unexpected news.
How Cold Chisel’s break-up led to surprising side jobs for former band member
Bassist Phil Small recalls how he made ends meet after the band split up in 1983.
Why Chelsea Winter’s Christmas will be different
The solo mum launches her new cookbook amid personal transformations and challenges.
'I want to embrace the chaos': PJ Harding opens up on career and motherhood
Baby number two is on the way.
‘I choose this life’: Paula Bennett’s emotional journey
She had a wake-up call that changed everything.
Why a Whangārei rural postie stayed 30 years in the job despite hugely increased workload
Northland postie has delivered her final package after 40 years
Top of the class: Gisborne's 2024 dux set for university journeys
Meet the duxes of Gisborne, who have future paths in science and psychology.
Explosive pie-eating scenario discovered as pupils learn media skills
Lynmore Primary School pupils have got a new-found love of the role of the media.
The Gen Z guide to getting ahead at work
It can be daunting starting out in your career. Here are expert tips to help you succeed.
'I've got something people want': Why Olympians are joining OnlyFans
Posting provocative photos online has become an acceptable – and profitable – side hustle.
Work advice: My colleague is cheating on his wife. Should I tell her?
ADVICE: 'I want to help this woman, but not at the cost of my job.'
Masseuse to the All Blacks: How Elly Hunt found success with her dream job
Working with New Zealand’s iconic rugby team was a pinnacle she never thought she'd reach.
From OnlyFans to budget plans: The day jobs of Kiwi Olympians
Ever wondered what New Zealand's biggest sports stars do as a day job?
Kiwi doctor swaps medicine for truck driving
The stress of being a doctor is so bad 'nobody wants to do it' Jeff Kai Fong says.
Retirement revolution: Why Boomers are refusing to sit down and check out
New York Times: 'Today’s 65-year-old is radically different than our parents’ generation.'
Making sense of Gen Z: Employers seek advice on managing young workers
Financial Times: Demand for Gen Z 'whisperers' is rising as companies struggle to adapt.
If AI can do your job, maybe it can also replace your CEO
New York Times: Even executives believe executives are redundant in the late digital age.
Why Gen Z will regret taking pay rise advice from TikTok
Workers entering salary negotiations with scripts from social media risk coming unstuck.
Why this millennial boss lets her staff do 'whatever they want'
'I let them choose when they work, what days they work, what time they work.'
Six pieces of advice for parents of work-shy Gen-Zers
A range of experts weigh in on the benefits of young people getting out into the world.
My career race is in the home stretch. Here’s what I’ve learned
FT Opinion: Advice for young workers from a 53yo eyeing 'preretirement'.
Is it the boss or is it you? Five secrets of workplace success
FT: Isabel Berwick spent a year writing a book about work. Here’s what she discovered.
How to know if you’re addicted to work - and what it’s doing to your body
Telegraph: 'Hard work is the only addiction that society encourages and applauds.'