The rise in unemployment caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has hit Northland hard but the Ministry of Social Development in the region is working hard to support whānau affected.
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Economist says Govt could print money to save businesses from financial crisis
According to an economist, the New Zealand Government has the ability to print money, which he believes could be the answer to financially supporting business and whānau affected by the COVID-19 lockdown.
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How will Māori businesses and jobs fare after COVID-19?
Our political reporter Heta Gardiner updates the nation on the latest Treasury projections on Aotearoa will fare, post COVID-19.
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COVID-19 taking a toll on professional sports staff and athletes
Tapatahi spoke to former radio host Marc Peard and Tall Blacks and Breakers basketball player Jordan Ngaitai about how COVID-19 has affected them.
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NewsUnemployment rate expected to rise if COVID-19 lockdown extended
The Government has released a range of economic scenarios today to put significant measures in place to protect jobs and support businesses through the COVID-19 lockdown.
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Haka dedicated to staff of Air New Zealand being made redundant
Kaimahi at Air New Zealand have shared their video in support of staff going through tough times as the company looks at starting redundancy conversations.
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Māori businesses get much needed COVID-19 help
The lockdown period is having an effect on many Māori businesses across the country. While some have been able to adapt to work from home or shift to online platforms others are worried about the long term prospects of their businesses if the lockdown extends beyond the four weeks originally scheduled.
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Pandemic forces Kiwis in Australia to move home
The livelihoods of a third of the Kiwi population living in Australia have been badly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Vicky Rose (Ngāpuhi), who managed the Nerang Neighbourhood Centre on the Gold Coast says despite the availability of financial subsidies for Kiwis, it's hasn't been enough to survive.
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Fruit picking a lifeline for people needing mahi
The horticulture sector is proving to be a lifeline for employees as more New Zealanders are taking up the chance to work in roles, such as picking apples and kiwifruit, during the COVID-19 Alert Level 4 lockdown
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Jacinda Ardern announces sick leave scheme for essential workers
The Prime Minister announced a sick leave scheme for essential workers today.
