NewZealand wage growth increased in the first quarter but the labour market showed further signs of weakness.
Q1 private sector hourly earnings up 5.1% on a year ago.
Filled jobs fall 2.6% on Q4, showing a weakening trend in the jobs market, especially in manufacturing and construction.
Total paid hours 0.4% lower on previous quarter.
Full time equvalent jobs down 1.7% on a year ago.
