New reporting and training rules for job seekers take effect

NZ Herald1NewsMonday 20 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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New non-financial sanctions have launched today under the Government's expanded welfare traffic light system. Some job seekers may now be required to attend upskilling programmes or report their weekly job searches. Those who fail to meet these new obligations may face further sanctions.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Mon 20 Oct 2025, 5:00am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 60 minutes
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    Job seekers face new weekly reporting and training rules from today (opens in new tab)

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    New sanctions take effect under benefit traffic light system (opens in new tab)