South Island leads recent surge in job listings

Otago Daily TimesThe PressStuffWaikato TimesThe PostFriday 17 October 2025 · 5 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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TradeMe data shows job listings increased by 13 percent last quarter, suggesting a potential job market rebound. The South Island is leading this recovery, while national job listings remain 0.8 percent lower than last year.

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First reported by Otago Daily Times, Fri 17 Oct 2025, 7:41pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 41 hours
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    Southland leading recent surge in job listings (opens in new tab)

  2. The PressThe Press via RNZ

    TradeMe statistics show recent surge in job listings (opens in new tab)

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