Unemployment plummets to 6.2% according to Statistics New Zealand; Market had expected a rate of 6.8%

Economists are doubtful this week's fresh Household Labour Force figures will solve the vexed puzzle of why unemployment figures are still stubbornly high

ANZ says it aims to lend at least NZ$500 mln to start-up businesses over two years in an effort to help reduce unemployment

Latest job ads survey suggests unemployment set to continue 'bouncing around' 7% for the next six months

Matt Nolan looks at unemployment and calls for policies that help match employees skills to employers requirements in a positive way. Your view?

Is our economy heading into a new series of job losses, or is that just part of the transitioning of our economy? We are collecting the evidence

PM Key outlines Govt's 2013 plans in statement to Parliament with responsible financial management the No. 1 priority; Reiterates 2014/15 return to surplus target

Prime Minister John Key says his 'State of the Nation' speech to focus on the economy; National's key focus reducing unemployment, Labour's tackling housing affordability

HiFX's Dan Bell looks ahead to 2013 and picks five key issues set to make waves in the currencies markets

PM Key says goal for 2013 is to reduce unemployment rate; Westpac consumer survey shows more 2013 pessimists than optimists; But overall confidence rises