Young people, left behind in the New Zealand job market

Living in Takapuna, a wealthy Auckland suburb, is not as enviable for Josh Doherty and Lara Carson, who face economic challenges. Unable to afford their city apartment, they moved in with Josh's parents while Lara searches for a job in architecture. Despite sending numerous applications, she has received minimal responses. This reflects a broader trend among young New Zealanders, with significant underemployment rates and a stagnant economy. Lara plans to vote against the current right-wing coalition in the upcoming elections due to their perceived failures.