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Ethnic Pay Gaps Persist in New Zealand Despite Wage Growth
WHY IT MATTERS
The persistent gaps mean that wage growth benefits are unevenly shared, threatening social equity and limiting the potential productivity gains of a diverse workforce.
What happened
A recent RNZ report finds that, even as New Zealand's overall wage growth continues, ethnic pay gaps remain stubbornly wide. Experts point to occupational segregation, barriers to career progression, bias and other structural factors as key drivers.
The findings suggest that macro‑level wage increases are not translating into equal pay across ethnic groups.
Addressing these systemic issues will be essential for achieving a more inclusive labour market.
LINKED SOURCES
Ethnic pay gaps persist despite wage growth
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