A suggestion has come that having 13 to 15 year olds help address staff shortages is actually a good idea.

The Australian Retailers Association is floating the idea to address staff shortages in retail and hospitality.

New Zealand's in a similar situation, with no employment age limit here.

AUT human resources expert Jarrod Haar told Mike Hosking there are lots of good things that teens can learn from it.

He says teens would be taught a work ethic, alongside earning money and paying taxes.

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A suggestion has come that having 13 to 15 year olds help address staff shortages is actually a good idea.
The Australian Retailers Association is floating the idea to address staff shortages in retail and hospitality.
New Zealand's in a similar situation, with no employment age limit here.
AUT human resources expert Jarrod Haar told Mike Hosking there are lots of good things that teens can learn from it.
He says teens would be taught a work ethic, alongside earning money and paying taxes.
LISTEN ABOVE

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Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers. Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.

Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers.