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Readers' Choice 2026 winners reveal why feature lists no longer win

Readers' Choice 2026 winners reveal why feature lists no longer win

As AI adoption grows, HR leaders recognise providers that adapt and deliver measurable value

AI tools may make women sound less sophisticated at work

A new study raises questions about how AI-generated writing could shape perceptions of professionalism and competence

AI tools may make women sound less sophisticated at work

Manager's '3 to 5 years' text sinks employer's casual contract defence

The contract said 28 days. The text message said something very different

Manager's '3 to 5 years' text sinks employer's casual contract defence

Bidfood fires HR manager over racial remark - dismissal backfires

A candy cane, a racial remark, and a disciplinary process that fell apart

Bidfood fires HR manager over racial remark - dismissal backfires

Premium

Wellbeing designed for Aotearoa

Wellbeing designed for Aotearoa

Ignite's wellbeing platform is based on the iconic Te Whare Tapa Whā Māori model

Transformation

eBay layoffs deepen as company cuts 1,000 more jobs this year

eBay layoffs deepen as company cuts 1,000 more jobs this year

Severance and related costs could reach $150 million as the online marketplace reports renewed growth

AI adoption challenges HR leaders to rebuild the entry-level pipeline

AI adoption challenges HR leaders to rebuild the entry-level pipeline

As AI fast-tracks Gen Z into leadership, HR chiefs warn the routine work that once built judgement is vanishing

Exclusive Features

Skilled workers have a world of options – what NZ can do

Skilled workers have a world of options – what NZ can do

NZ supplies as much skilled talent as it competes for, and the market runs well beyond Australia

Employment Law

Xero apologises to former employee following review of whistleblower complaint

Software firm unveils whistleblowing reforms following review of 2017 complaint

Employment Court settles law on offshore premiums for NZ jobs

Employers cannot escape ban on charging workers for New Zealand jobs by collecting money overseas

Poll

Should Kiwi workers 'make more of a fuss' over their working conditions?