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flag New Zealand’s job market strengthened in October 2025, with rising ads, hiring, and strong tech demand, though wages dipped.

flag New Zealand’s job market showed continued improvement in October 2025, with job ad volumes rising 1% monthly and 7% annually, marking four straight months of growth. flag All regions except Gisborne saw stable or higher ads, led by gains in Hawke’s Bay and Otago. flag The ICT sector grew 15% year-on-year, and Sport & Recreation led industry increases with a 4% rise. flag Application volumes remain high, indicating strong candidate interest, especially in tech roles. flag Employment rose 2.8% monthly and 4.5% annually, driven by casual hiring in construction, trade services, and tech, with the South Island outpacing the North. flag Despite hiring gains, average hours and wages declined slightly, suggesting workers may be taking multiple jobs. flag Employers face ongoing cost and compliance pressures, limiting hiring plans despite seasonal demand.

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