Summary: This is the first ever comprehensive overview of the economic performance of all the sectors that make up New Zealand’s economy. The defining theme of this report is change. New Zealand, like many developed countries, is witnessing a transformation in our economy and in employment opportunities. A number of themes are highlighted in the...

This report assesses geographic labour mobility within Australia and its role in a well-functioning labour market. Key points:

Executive summary: This report provides an outline of the latest employment demand and supply information available on the Canterbury rebuild and wider recovery, in order to inform decision-making and provide an update of the progress on the rebuild. The main findings are: There is strong demand for labour – driven by the needs of the...

This release measures changes in job vacancies in New Zealand advertised by businesses on the two main internet job boards – SEEK and Trade Me Jobs. Summary Jobs Online shows, in seasonally adjusted terms, that skilled job vacancies increased by 0.7 per cent in March, following a decrease in February. All job vacancies increased by...

This release updates statistical information on key economic indicators, thereby presenting an updated snapshot of the New South Wales economy and providing relevant points of comparison with other Australian States and Territories. Summary According to the RBA Statement on Monetary Policy, growth in the Australian economy was below trend for the duration of 2013. This...