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Unemployment Rises in NZ | Christchurch News
New Zealand’s unemployment has hit a 11-year high at 5.6%, with youth and Māori communities hardest hit as underutilisation climbs to 13.8%. Despite government claims that global pressures are to blame, critics demand urgent action — especially as long-term joblessness grows and over 170,000 Kiwis remain out of work. The government pushes back, citing tax breaks and infrastructure projects as key to boosting confidence and creating jobs — even as employment numbers tick up slightly. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…
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