Job growth continues to shoot up, with April's 0.6 percent increase continuing the trend of previous months.

The largest reported increases were in accommodation, food services, healthcare and manufacturing, with only agriculture, forestry, and fishing trending down.

Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says these growth figures are a double-edged sword, as they don't signal that the economy is moving towards a more sustainable place.

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Job growth continues to shoot up, with April's 0.6 percent increase continuing the trend of previous months.
The largest reported increases were in accommodation, food services, healthcare and manufacturing, with only agriculture, forestry, and fishing trending down.
Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says these growth figures are a double-edged sword, as they don't signal that the economy is moving towards a more sustainable place.
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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on job growth accelerating by 0.6 percent in April

New Zealanders are staying in paid work longer in an effort to transition into retirement, according to a new study.

The average age Kiwi’s are choosing to retire has risen to 67 from 61, since the mandatory retirement age was eliminated in 2000.

Co-director of the Retirement Policy and Research Centre Michael Littlewood tells Jack Tame that New Zealand’s state pension is generous, but not enough to live on for some. But, the real reason people choose to transition from full-time work to full-time retirement is not known.

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New Zealanders are staying in paid work longer in an effort to transition into retirement, according to a new study. 
The average age Kiwi’s are choosing to retire has risen to 67 from 61, since the mandatory retirement age was eliminated in 2000. 
Co-director of the Retirement Policy and Research Centre Michael Littlewood tells Jack Tame that New Zealand’s state pension is generous, but not enough to live on for some. But, the real reason people choose to transition from full-time work to full-time retirement is not known. 
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Michael Littlewood: Co-director of the Retirement Policy and Research Centre on Kiwis working for longer to transition to retirement

Eden Park is reportedly set to win the battle of Auckland’s stadiums. The Sports Huddle discuss whether the stadium remains fit for purpose.

Plus, are the Crusaders underperforming or were expectations too high? Is it time to panic for Warriors fans? And, could NZ hold a second Supercars round?

Newshub Sport Presenter Andrew Gourdie and Newstalk ZB Deputy Sport News Director Elliott Smith join Jack Tame.

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Eden Park is reportedly set to win the battle of Auckland’s stadiums. The Sports Huddle discuss whether the stadium remains fit for purpose. 
Plus, are the Crusaders underperforming or were expectations too high? Is it time to panic for Warriors fans? And, could NZ hold a second Supercars round? 
Newshub Sport Presenter Andrew Gourdie and Newstalk ZB Deputy Sport News Director Elliott Smith join Jack Tame. 
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Sports Huddle: Eden Park v Waterfront stadium debate, Crusaders underperformance, Warriors third loss, second Supercars round in NZ

Eden Park is reportedly about to win the battle of Auckland’s stadiums.

On Monday, a working committee will make a recommendation to Auckland Council on whether to invest in Eden Park or one of the rival waterfront stadium bids.

NZ Herald Sports Columnist Trevor Mckewen tells Jack Tame as an existing location, Eden Park could be a cheaper option than others starting from scratch.

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Eden Park is reportedly about to win the battle of Auckland’s stadiums. 
On Monday, a working committee will make a recommendation to Auckland Council on whether to invest in Eden Park or one of the rival waterfront stadium bids. 
NZ Herald Sports Columnist Trevor Mckewen tells Jack Tame as an existing location, Eden Park could be a cheaper option than others starting from scratch. 
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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on job growth accelerating by 0.6 percent in April

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