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ASB economists say the worst may be mostly over for the New Zealand economy. They have released their updated economic forecasts for the quarter, and say easing oil prices are helping to improve the outlook and reduce the risk that the country is in for another prolonged inflation shock. They said… Read more

Employment confidence fell to its lowest level ever in June amid concerns around the Middle East conflict, according to the latest Westpac-McDermott Miller Employment Confidence Index. The index dropped 12.5 points to 83.1 in the June quarter, the lowest reading for the survey since it began … Read more

A bill tackling modern slavery has passed its first reading with bipartisan support, marking a first for Parliament. The bill requires companies earning more than $100 million to carry out due diligence into slavery in their supply chains and operations. It has been championed in a joint effort bet… Read more

With the first week of 2026 done and dusted, you might be thinking you need a different job or as an employer, that you need some extra staff. Superior Personnel can help staff and employers get 2026 started on the right foot. If you need work - then get in touch with us on 0508 787374 email info… Read more

An annountcement from the Government concerning young people who happen to be unemployed. If you are a young person and eeding a job - come and see us! Over the weekend, the Prime Minister and I announced details of two initiatives to move young people out of benefit dependency, into education or j… Read more

New Zealand’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 5.2% in the June 2025 quarter, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. This is the highest unemployment rate since 2020. It compares with 5.1% in the March 2025 quarter and 4.7% in the June 2024 quarter. It was slightly better than the… Read more

The adult minimum wage will rise to $23.50 an hour from 1 April 2025. The Workplace Relations and Safety Minister has announced that the adult minimum wage will be rising to $23.50 per hour from 1 April 2025. This is an increase of 35 cents per hour from the current hourly rate of $23.15. Th… Read more

Want to answer the 5 trickiest INTERVIEW questions? The worst mistake you can make in an interview is to try to “fake” an answer or tell them what you think they want to hear. Don’t do it! You have amazing skills, experience and qualifications so showcase them and be AUTHENTIC. Employers are loo… Read more

Everbody knows how tough 2024 was, both for employers and their staff. The good news is that 2025 has started out with some new enthusiasm for clients to hire both short term (temp) staff and permanent ongoing roles. If you are looking for short or long term staff, Superior Personnel can help. Plea… Read more

2022 marks 25 years since Superior Personnel opened for business. Back in 1997 Lorraine Hopwood started Superior Personnel but the business has changed significantly in the following quarter of a century.   Our long serving staff are still with Superior Personnel including Mandi, Derek, Daph… Read more