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New AI training programmes to address New Zealand's skills gap
Data Science

New AI training programmes to address New Zealand's skills gap

The Institute of Data is launching new Data Science and AI training programmes on 8 April 2025 to tackle New Zealand's critical skills gap in AI expertise.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Mar 2025
New Zealand job market sees surge in applications, fewer jobs
Recruitment

New Zealand job market sees surge in applications, fewer jobs

New Zealand's job market faces a daunting paradox: a 49% rise in applications contrasted with a 17% drop in job creation, intensifying competition for roles.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Mar 2025

Global Stories

Employment stories

Fact: The future belongs to AI-first companies
Digital Transformation

Fact: The future belongs to AI-first companies

As AI reshapes the business landscape, Employment Hero emphasises embedding AI into operations, urging firms to adapt or risk losing out on future success.

By Ben Thompson • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2025
Remote launches AI tool to streamline global recruitment
Human Capital Management

Remote launches AI tool to streamline global recruitment

Remote has unveiled Recruit, an AI-driven hiring solution designed to streamline global talent acquisition and tackle the growing challenges in recruiting.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2025
The Future of Work: Empowering the Next Generation Through Technology and Bridging the Gap
Human Capital Management

The Future of Work: Empowering the Next Generation Through Technology and Bridging the Gap

My First Job is empowering young Australians, especially those in the autistic community, to succeed in the evolving job market through technology and tailored support.

By Cass Champion • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Telecoms face growing risks with AI & talent shortages
Unified Communications

Telecoms face growing risks with AI & talent shortages

Telecommunications firms are grappling with pressing risks around privacy, security, and digital transformation, according to the latest EY report for 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Robotic Marketer founder addresses workplace gender issues
Employment

Robotic Marketer founder addresses workplace gender issues

Mellissah Smith, Founder of Robotic Marketer, champions gender equality in workplaces, urging both men and women to actively support female career growth.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Employment stories

Canadian women professionals face DEI programme challenges
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Canadian women professionals face DEI programme challenges

New data reveals that over half of Canadian women professionals are worried about their careers amid the rollback of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
Credas & IDGO join forces to improve UK ID accessibility
Social Media

Credas & IDGO join forces to improve UK ID accessibility

Credas Technologies and IDGO have unveiled a partnership to enhance ID accessibility for millions in the UK, addressing urgent identification challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Nbn network boosts digital inclusion & life satisfaction
EduTech

Nbn network boosts digital inclusion & life satisfaction

A report by Ember Advisors reveals that 76% of nbn users experienced improved life satisfaction in FY24, with significant benefits in employment and education.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
IBM & Specialisterne partner to boost neurodiverse skills
EduTech

IBM & Specialisterne partner to boost neurodiverse skills

IBM and Specialisterne have announced an expansion of their partnership, enhancing digital skills for over 200 neurodivergent job seekers by 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Mar 2025
Remote work boosts productivity & staff retention rates
Hybrid & Remote Work

Remote work boosts productivity & staff retention rates

As businesses debate the merits of remote versus in-office work, experts warn that clinging to traditional models may lead to employee dissatisfaction and talent loss.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Mar 2025
Women returners aren't a risk, we're an untapped asset
Fintech

Women returners aren't a risk, we're an untapped asset

This International Women's Day, we must challenge the stigma around women returners in the workforce and recognise their untapped potential.

By Karine Martinez • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Deputy unveils Pay Rate Builder to tackle wage compliance
Risk & Compliance

Deputy unveils Pay Rate Builder to tackle wage compliance

A new compliance law in Australia criminalises intentional wage theft, leading Deputy to unveil the Pay Rate Builder to help businesses enhance payroll operations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
EvenBetter.ai launches AI tool to tackle gender pay gap
Employment

EvenBetter.ai launches AI tool to tackle gender pay gap

Sydney startup EvenBetter.ai has launched a groundbreaking AI platform to help businesses tackle the gender pay gap, coinciding with a major related report.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
Sanjeev Khanna joins Portman to boost global expansion efforts
Hyperscale

Sanjeev Khanna joins Portman to boost global expansion efforts

Portman Partners has appointed Sanjeev Khanna as Strategic Advisor to enhance its growth and partner network in the expanding US and international markets.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Reliance to invest over INR ₹50,000 crore in Assam's growth
Agricultural Technology

Reliance to invest over INR ₹50,000 crore in Assam's growth

Reliance Industries will invest over INR ₹50,000 crore in Assam over five years, boosting tech, green energy, retail, hospitality, and consumer goods sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025