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Your Company Doesn’t Need to Automate Every Job. Bill Gates Says Some Work Should Be ‘Human Reserved. Here’s Why

As machines absorb more white- and blue-collar duties, Gates proposes protecting certain roles for economic and deeply human reasons at work today.

Your Company Doesn’t Need to Automate Every Job. Bill Gates Says Some Work Should Be ‘Human Reserved. Here’s Why

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House sales slow again

A property data company says it's recorded seven consecutive months in which fewer homes sold than the year before.

  • House sales dropped 6.4% YoY in July to 6,935
  • First-home buyers accounted for 29% of sales
  • Market remains active with 27,336 listings

No really, the economy is improving

Westpac has released its latest economic overview, which says the economy is regaining momentum after a turbulent period.

  • New Zealand economy showing positive growth in Q3
  • Forecasted 2% growth for full year, 3% next year
  • Inflation at 4.1%, cash rate expected to rise to 4%

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