The table below shows the employment patterns for males and females in New Zealand in 1993 and 2003.
| Industry | Men 1993 | Men 2003 | Women 1993 | Women 2003 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| manufacturing | 55% | 52% | 45% | 48% |
| building | 68% | 60% | 32% | 40% |
| commerce | 45% | 50% | 55% | 50% |
| services | 15% | 40% | 85% | 60% |
| IT | 80% | 70% | 20% | 30% |
| farming | 75% | 65% | 25% | 35% |