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TVNZ news cuts and closures in limbo
TVNZ has been told it failed to fulfil obligations to its journalists when it decided to cut dozens of jobs and close news and current affairs shows. The future of journalists and top-rating…
Why did Stuff journalists walk off the job?
Journalism’s never been an especially well-paid job, except for a few bosses and stars in big jobs at the top end. But industrial action is rare - and no journalists at major news media have gone on… Audio
Calls to bump up sick leave for front-line Covid-19 workers
The Union representing aged care workers, wants unrestricted sick leave brought in for its members as Covid-19 adds further strain on the sector. Audio
Kiwis boycott Sistema over workers’ pay and conditions
People are boycotting household staple Sistema's products as bargaining continues for better pay and conditions for its workers, who have been in negotiations with the company since February. Audio
Fears job losses will stem from Fletcher's fall
Unions fear Fletcher Building's decision to quit bidding for big new construction projects will mean job losses, and say using subcontractors is a big part of the company's downfall. Audio
Government unveils changes to employment law
Unions are pledging to continue the fight against the 90-day trials which will remain in place for small businesses under law changes announced today by the Government. Video, Audio
Reporting risks grow under ‘The Punisher’
Journalists in the Philippines take their life in their hands doing their job. What was already one of the world's riskiest places to be a reporter has become even more difficult under President… Audio
Brent Edwards signs off at RNZ
After seeing out another election at RNZ, newsgathering boss and former political editor Brent Edwards has left after 16 years at the broadcaster. Mediawatch asks him why, and how he sees the state of… Audio
Union calls for more rights for labour hire workers
A union is calling for more rights for labour hire workers and is taking the matter to court.
'Journalism Still Matters' 10 years on
Ten years ago, the journalists' union held a summit at Parliament under the banner 'Journalism Matters' to air their fears about commercial pressures diminishing the quality of news. 10 years later… Audio
Pilot rest break rules 'inadequate'
Pilots say the current rules regarding rest breaks are no longer fit for purpose and need to be overhauled.
More than 180 jobs to go at Fisher and Paykel
More than 180 jobs will be lost after Fisher and Paykel announced it is closing its East Tamaki Factory. Video, Audio
'E Tū': New Zealand's first hip-hop record
In 1988 Upper Hutt Posse released the kaupapa-driven single 'E Tu', a single that has the distinction of being Aotearoa's first rap record. Sam Wicks celebrates 'E Tu' by speaking to Te Kupu, the… Audio