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Job Seekers Unite Amid Wellington's Rising Unemployment
6/6/2025
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Story summary
- Job seekers Rebecca Thomson and Emily Turner navigate Wellington's competitive market, facing 80-100 applicants for senior roles.
- They established a support network for job seekers to exchange tips and advice.
- Wellington's unemployment rate has increased to 4.8%, with no quick recovery in sight.
- Experts anticipate a gradual recovery amid public sector cuts and ongoing economic challenges.
