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Pharmac challenge, two big jobs, and more
Public sector Business of Government

Pharmac challenge, two big jobs, and more

Two of the country's toughest public service jobs are up for grabs.

Pattrick Smellie 03 Sep 2025
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One NZ poaches DOC from Spark after quarter-century run
Public sector

One NZ poaches DOC from Spark after quarter-century run

One NZ says the DOC contract is one of several enterprise contracts it has won recently.

Dileepa Fonseka 26 Aug 2025
Union calls for retraction of minister’s ERA comments
Public sector

Union calls for retraction of minister’s ERA comments

Public Service Association say Van Velden’s comments compromised ERA appointments.

Dileepa Fonseka 22 Aug 2025
Van Velden hopes new ERA appointees bring business focus
Public sector

Van Velden hopes new ERA appointees bring business focus

Van Velden makes four ERA appointments and hopes for smaller awards against employers. 

Dileepa Fonseka 21 Aug 2025