Tāmaki Makaurau is the most cosmopolitan city in the country with 40% of the city's population born overseas.

Jobs are continuing to change as the economy transforms. MBIE supports a responsive labour market where people make the best use of their skills and contribute towards Aotearoa New Zealand’s success. MBIE also influences the market to make sure people and businesses have access to the skills they need.

Māori thrive in workplaces with good conditions and are free from discrimination.

Our annual National Survey of Employers (NSE) collects data on workplace practices in New Zealand businesses within the context of current employment-focused legislation.

People need work that provides fair pay. But work is more than simply income; it can also give people a sense of purpose and allow them to develop skills, experience and social connections.

People need work that provides fair pay. But work is more than simply income; it can also give people a sense of purpose and allow them to develop skills, experience and social connections.

Women's employment has been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic. Women were already more likely to be underemployed, earn less per hour, and do more unpaid work before the pandemic.

The Healthcare and Social Assistance sector is fundamental to the health and wellbeing of the people of Otago. The services provided, and the quality and retention of those services, are of the utmost importance to urban and rural communities alike, and also for attracting new residents to our region.