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21 September 2026

Employment confidence gains ground, but most still say jobs are hard to find

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Employment confidence gains ground, but most still say jobs are hard to find

Employment confidence has bounced off June's lows, but New Zealanders remain gloomy about the job market, with most still saying jobs are hard to find and pay rises are unlikely.

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