The jobless rate rise to 5.3% in the September quarter is the highest since late 2016.
Key data sets point to the beginning of an economic recovery, ahead of GDP numbers next week.
The invite-only conference in Wellington attracted big names but one key figure pulled out the day before.
UK central bank's committee member tells Wellington conference that achieving 2% inflation under threat.
Former Federal Reserve chair admits to a private RBNZ conference today that inflation targeting does not prevent policy mistakes or guarantee low inflation.
Adrian Orr’s sudden departure partway through his second five-year term leaves a major gap to fill.
UPDATE: Westpac chief economist ponders new direction for central bank.
MYOB's 'Bigger Picture' survey of more than 500 business leaders rank options to fuel economic growth.
Assistant governor says uncertainty creates greater issues around confidence and business investment.
Donald Trump's trade tariffs could change the economic landscape in the near-term, economists say.