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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 5.3% expected by the consensus of economists but in line with Reserve Bank forecasts.
There were 158,000 unemployed people … View moreThis 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 5.3% expected by the consensus of economists but in line with Reserve Bank forecasts.
There were 158,000 unemployed people (seasonally adjusted) in the June 2025 quarter, compared with 156,000 in the March 2025 quarter.
Annually, unemployment rose by 16,000 people.
But the numbers for New Zealand’s largest city look much worse.
The unemployment rate in the Auckland region increased 1.5% annually, from 4.6% in the June 2024 quarter to 6.1% in the June 2025 quarter. Annually, the number of unemployed people in Auckland increased by 15,000.
Auckland had 23,100 fewer people in employment year-on-year, but its total labour force also fell.
“Labour market conditions have changed considerably in the last few years. Since the June 2022 quarter, the unemployment rate has risen by 1.9 percentage points,” labour market spokesman Jason Attewell said.
“The underutilisation rate has risen by 3.5 percentage points over the same period.”
The underutilisation rate was 12.8% in the June 2025 quarter, compared with 12.4% in the March 2025 quarter and 11.9% in the June 2024 quarter.
Underutilisation is a broad measure of untapped labour market capacity that includes unemployed and underemployed people, along with the potential labour force.
“A relatively sharp rise in the underutilisation rate suggests overall slack in the labour market has opened up a little more than the headline unemployment rate implies,” ANZ senior economist Miles Workman said.
The employment rate was 66.8% in the June 2025 quarter, compared with 67.1% in the March 2025 quarter and 68.3% in the June 2024 quarter.
“Wages continued to grow, although at a slower pace compared with June 2024,” Attewell said.
Annual wage inflation was 2.4%, compared with 4.3% in the June 2024 quarter, and average ordinary time hourly earnings were $43.39, up 4.5% (compared with a 5% rise in the June 2024 quarter).
ANZ market strategist David Croy said there was little market reaction, the New Zealand dollar remaining at around US59.02c in the minutes following the release.
“It [the data] was on the soft side, relative to where the Reserve Bank saw things,” Croy said, adding the release confirmed that there was slack in the labour market.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis noted that the unemployment rate landed lower than many had forecast, but that it was tracking slightly better than Treasury forecasts from last year.
“Treasury has been forecasting since prior to the last election that unemployment would peak around this time this year, and they had predicted that it would be at 5.4% now, whereas today’s print is 5.2%,” Willis said.
“Prior to the election, Treasury had forecasted [sic] that at this point in time, there would be 8000 more people unemployed than has actually turned out to be the case in these numbers.”
But BNZ head of research Stephen Toplis described the data as “unequivocally weak”.
“At face value, the movement in employment and the level of unemployment revealed a labour market that was not as weak as we had expected,” Toplis said.
“But a look under the bonnet reveals a picture that is at least as soft as we had feared, and one which is certainly weaker than the Reserve Bank had expected when it put together its May Monetary Policy Statement.”
Kiwibank economists agreed.
“At first glance, today’s employment report looked a bit better than expected, but it wasn’t,” senior economist Mary Jo Vergara said.
“It’s the big drop in labour force participation that’s keeping a lid on the unemployment rate,” Vergara said.
From (a downwardly revised) 70.7% to 70.5%, the participation rate had dropped to a four-year low.
“That in itself is a sign of a weak labour market. People are leaving the labour market because it is simply not as attractive as it once was,” Vergara said.
In fact, the labour force shrank over the year.
“That doesn’t happen often,” she said. “The 0.4% decline is the deepest since March 2013.”
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We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food and household item recalls:
Woolworths brand 18% Fat Beef Mince
… View moreWe are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food and household item recalls:
Woolworths brand 18% Fat Beef Mince
Hydr8 brand Spring Water 600ml x 24
Snack Switch brand Plant Protein Bars
Ecostore Ultra Sensitive Multi Purpose Cleaner 500ml
Various sunscreens sold online at Harvey Norman
Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
Annabel Trends - Banana Teether
Villeroy & Boch Children’s Tumblers- sold at Ballantynes Christchurch
Jupiter 2-in-1 Baby High Chair & Swing. Recall updated July 2025. Originally published January 2025.
Portable Soothing Baby Rocker Bouncer Chair with Toy Bar. Recall updated July 2025. Originally published January 2025.
Product Recalls: Clothing
Ocean & Earth Youth & kids Ponchos (Various)
IG Embroidered Sherpa Bomber Jacket- sold at Postie
Product Recalls: Electronics
OMNI Desktop power module with USB-A and USB-C
Yamaha PA300C Power Adaptor for Digital Piano Products
Gadali Gas Deep Fat Fryer OT-72A 12KW
Product Recalls: Other
Kelsey Mug- sold at nood
DT SWISS ARC, ERC, CRC & HEC Wheel
DT SWISS ERC/CRC/HEC Wheel
Momentum Vida E+ Low-Step E-Bicycle- sold at Giant and Momentum dealers
Honda Outboard BF115, 135, 150 and 350
See past months recalls here. Stay safe, neighbours!
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Does your home have a bright pink front door? Know a secret rainbow-coloured park bench? Is there art in your office that makes you smile every time you walk past it? If it's bright - we need to see it!
Bright Spots is back for a third year - a celebration of the crazy colourful places in … View moreDoes your home have a bright pink front door? Know a secret rainbow-coloured park bench? Is there art in your office that makes you smile every time you walk past it? If it's bright - we need to see it!
Bright Spots is back for a third year - a celebration of the crazy colourful places in our communities and homes. Share a pic today and you could win one of ten prize packages worth $500!
Need inspo? Check out the entries so far.
A Fire and Emergency shift manager said they were called to Sandringham Rd, Kingsland, just before 5.30am.
He said one truck and crew were sent to the scene, and they left just after 6am.
Photos from the scene show a large pile of rubbish dumped off to the side of the road along the outside of … View moreA Fire and Emergency shift manager said they were called to Sandringham Rd, Kingsland, just before 5.30am.
He said one truck and crew were sent to the scene, and they left just after 6am.
Photos from the scene show a large pile of rubbish dumped off to the side of the road along the outside of Eden Park.
He also said incidents like this “were not very common” and it is unknown at this stage what caught fire inside the truck.
The manager said the driver followed “standard procedure” by dumping the load on to the roadside.
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Some of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more … View moreSome of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more time enjoying who’s around the table.
And because life at Ryman means less home maintenance, you’ll have even more time for the things you love.
*Participating villages only, promotion terms and Clubcard terms and conditions apply.
Both in frames with window sills, no panes broken. One 1927W x 1480H, 3 opening windows - see pic. Other 1750W x 1380H, one tall opening window. Require 2 people to carry. Pick up from Avondale.
That’s a wrap on nominations! 🗳️ Head over to our page to see the list of candidates
Candidate profiles will be available from 1 September so you can learn more about who’s standing and what they stand for — before voting opens on 9 September. ✅
Did you know that a clean home during the cold months is key to your health and well-being? 🙌
Spending more time indoors means indoor air becomes vital.
Regular cleaning helps reduce dust and allergens, perfect for everyone's breathing! Plus, a tidy and cozy space can boost your mood … View moreDid you know that a clean home during the cold months is key to your health and well-being? 🙌
Spending more time indoors means indoor air becomes vital.
Regular cleaning helps reduce dust and allergens, perfect for everyone's breathing! Plus, a tidy and cozy space can boost your mood and reduce stress. ✨
Dedicate some time to your winter sanctuary! Your home will thank you, and your health will too! 🏠🤍
➡️ Book your free quote now and enjoy these amazing benefits!
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📲02108162521
We understand that winter can be quite challenging at times, especially with the constant rain here in Auckland! ⛈️
But we truly hope that these wonderful benefits of having a clean and tidy home will help lift your spirits and make getting through it as pleasant as possible. ✨️🤍
Hi neighbours, AMI MotorHub Onehunga is your new one-stop shop for all things automotive, and offers a full range of car servicing and WoFs. To celebrate, we've got special launch pricing!
You can grab $30 off a Standard service with code STD30, or $50 off a Premium service with code … View moreHi neighbours, AMI MotorHub Onehunga is your new one-stop shop for all things automotive, and offers a full range of car servicing and WoFs. To celebrate, we've got special launch pricing!
You can grab $30 off a Standard service with code STD30, or $50 off a Premium service with code PRE50. You can also add a WoF to any service for just $65.
Don't miss out - this offer is available for bookings between 5 August and 30 September 2025. Book online today!
AMI MotorHub Onehunga
314 Neilson Street, Onehunga
Friday 15 & Saturday 16 August, 10am - 2pm.
Experience the award-winning lifestyle at a Ryman village.
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the premium amenities on offer.
We look forward to seeing you.
Have you seen James Gunn's 'Superman' yet?
The new movie stars Krypto, Superman's capable and floofy sidekick. Following the movie release, online searches for dog adoption surged globally! Krypto is based on Gunn's own rescue dog, Ozu. The Neighbourly team is sure that … View moreHave you seen James Gunn's 'Superman' yet?
The new movie stars Krypto, Superman's capable and floofy sidekick. Following the movie release, online searches for dog adoption surged globally! Krypto is based on Gunn's own rescue dog, Ozu. The Neighbourly team is sure that Gunn is pleased that his own rescue pup may lead to more fluffy adoptions!
Looking to match with your own super pet? The SPCA is spotlighting animals waiting for their new and committed families.
We hope this news brings a smile!
For the past 12 years, we’ve been helping you find the perfect bed and enjoy the restful sleep you deserve. Now it’s our turn to celebrate this milestone with you. We’re marking the occasion with unbeatable birthday deals, exciting bed giveaways, and a few special surprises along the way.
… View moreFor the past 12 years, we’ve been helping you find the perfect bed and enjoy the restful sleep you deserve. Now it’s our turn to celebrate this milestone with you. We’re marking the occasion with unbeatable birthday deals, exciting bed giveaways, and a few special surprises along the way.
Visit your local Beds4U or shop online and be part of the celebration – here’s to many more years of great sleep together.
Five former New World staff members have accused supermarket giant Foodstuffs of ageism as they wait for new jobs following a catastrophic fire that levelled their central Auckland workplace. New World Victoria Park employed 189 staff before it was badly damaged in the blaze on June 17, resulting … View moreFive former New World staff members have accused supermarket giant Foodstuffs of ageism as they wait for new jobs following a catastrophic fire that levelled their central Auckland workplace. New World Victoria Park employed 189 staff before it was badly damaged in the blaze on June 17, resulting in all the workers being made redundant. While 80 roles were reserved for workers at a new supermarket in Pt Chevalier and others have been employed elsewhere, more than 70 are yet to find jobs. The five workers claim Foodstuffs North Island has given positions in other supermarkets to younger, less experienced members of staff while they're still out of work.
The response: Foodstuffs has pushed back strongly on the workers' claims, arguing age, gender and ethnicity are never factors in its recruitment. A company spokesman said 106 former Victoria Park team members had secured roles with other Foodstuffs stores and another nine had found other employment. "We’re continuing to connect remaining team members with roles that match their availability, travel preferences and experience," the spokesman said.
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