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Paul Bloxham: HSBC Chief Economist says there's a 50-50 chance Australia enters recession
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are growing fears Australia will follow New Zealand into a recession next. Commonwealth Bank and AMP suggest there's a 50-50 chance the Australi...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on H and J Smith Invercargill closing and gutting 220 jobs
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After a month-long consultation period, H and J Smith Invercargill will close on November 18. This decision will affect 220 employees of the flagship ...
Pattrick Smellie: BusinessDesk manging editor says RMA at risk of becoming next Three Waters
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bills to reform the Resource Management Act have come back from a select committee- full of recommended amendments. These recommendations include more...
Weston Kirton: Ruapehu Mayor says skifield liquidation a complex situation, but the financial backing helps jobs
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hopes a multi-million dollar government loan to Ruapehu Alpine Lifts liquidators gets the skifields off thin ice. The Government is chipping in up to ...
Geoff Cooper: NZ Infrastructure Commission on 16 percent of Kiwis' after-tax income spent on infrastructure services
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An average of around 16 percent of Kiwis' after-tax income is spent on infrastructure services - including drinking water, transport, broadband and ho...
John Fisk: Liquidator says $5m loan for Ruapehu Alpine Lifts allows consultation to continue before a sale
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A lifeline comes as the Government offers a $5 million helping hand towards the liquidators of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts. The loan is being touted as the s...
Jason Walls: ZB Political Editor says Hipkins needs to keep Xi Jinping onside, China is huge economic partner
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's expected Chris Hipkins will be walking a tight rope during his meeting with Chinese president Xi Jinping in Beijing today. Newstalk ZB Political ...
Alistair Crozier: NZ China Council director says Hipkins needs to sell NZ to Xi Jinping as open and accessible
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hopes Prime Minister Chris Hipkins can shine in his first meeting with Xi Jinping. The pair will meet to discuss topics like trade and the war in Ukra...
Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator says situation in Russia will impact Prime Minister's trip to China
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The situation in Russia is expected to colour the background of the Prime Minister's trip to China. Chris Hipkins is currently leading a delegation th...
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on PwC selling Government consultancy practice for $1
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
PwC agreed to sell their Government consultancy practice for $1 following a scandal over the misuse of confidential tax plans. The accounting company ...
Grant Robertson: Finance Minister says upgrading Air Force Boeing 757s part of Defence Force program
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Government says it is under no illusions Defence Force aircraft need upgrading. It has been revealed two Air Force Boeing 757s were on the runway ...
Nicola Willis: National finance spokesperson says Govt's handling of PGF is spraying around a money hose full of taxpayer cash
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
National's finance spokesperson says she's shocked by Government's inability to confirm if the Provincial Growth Fund is getting bang for buck. Parlia...
Bryce Wilkinson: NZ Initiative report questions why the outcomes in govt-dominated sectors aren't performing better
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With numbers of those employed in the public sector increasing by 28 percent, along with more top heavy well-paid managers and communication teams, ...
Sir John Key: Former Prime Minister says China's economy has enormous upsides and plenty of opportunities for NZ exporters
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Prime Minister has a tight rope to navigate as he prepares for his trip to China next week. Chris Hipkins is set to leave on Sunday with a large b...
Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds senior portfolio manager on the unwinding of Covid-19's impact on the business sector
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The unwinding of Covid-19 is still having an impact on the business sector. Investors have noticed companies have benefitted from the impacts of lockd...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government generating lower-than-expected tax revenue
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lower-than-expected tax revenue is causing the Crown accounts to dip further down. The IRD reportedly received $69 million in the previous tax year, s...
Richard Burke: Horticulture expert on Kiwis wasting a reported 282 tonnes of broccoli each year
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Don't throw out your broccoli stems if you want an an extra source of nutrition. More than 280 tonnes of stems are being thrown out every year - t...
Ross Taylor: Fletcher Building CEO insists they're in good shape, despite lower profit
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fletcher Building insists it's in good shape, despite lower profit. It's dropped its forecast to about $800 million down from its February prediction ...
Colin Bond: Kiwifruit Growers CEO says only about half of kiwifruit growers expect to break even this year
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Only about half of kiwifruit growers expect to break even this year, amid a particularly bad harvest. Production this year is down about 35 million tr...
Frances Sweetman: Milford Asset Management Portfolio Manager on Fletcher Building downgrading sales expectations
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fletcher Building have downgraded their profit forecast, citing a slowing market and extreme weather. The building and construction company lowered th...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government not planning a cash injection for Kiwibank
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Government confirmed they have no plans to inject capital into Kiwibank to make it more competitive with the bigger banks. The Commerce Commission...
Dave Mazey: Whakapapa Holdings Chief Executive hoping equity partners can stitch up deal post-Ruapehu liquidation
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ruapehu Alpine Lifts is officially in liquidation, after creditors wouldn't agree to let other ski operators take over operations on the mountain. The...
Kerre Woodham: Is there any real reason to beat up on the banks?
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's a perception that a generation of New Zealand homebuyers are greedy, acquisitive and are locking young Kiwis out of the property market. Why b...
Mike's Minute: We need a report into why we do so many reports
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you are really interested - and that in part is the problem - are we really interested? We all moan about banks. Banks are big and they are success...
Peter McIntyre: NZ Berryfruit Propagators chair fears there may be a shortage of strawberry plants when season begins
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A strawberry shortage is looming. Due to damage from the extreme weather and continued labour shortages, it looks like there will be a lack of strawbe...
Roger Beaumont: Banking Association CEO says sector welcomes CommComm study and stands by its practises
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Banks are standing by their right to make a profit ahead of a new Commerce Commission inquiry. The Government has ordered the commission to conduct a ...
Dave Mazley: Whakapapa Holdings Chief Executive expects Ruapehu Alpine Lifts to be liquidated after court today
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A last minute saving-grace has come as the Ruapehu skifields are on thin ice. A government and council-backed option for Whakapapa Holdings and Pure T...
Weston Kirton: Ruapehu Mayor says everyone is waiting with bated breath to see if companies step in to purchase skifields
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Uncertainty is plaguing Ruapehu. A bid to liquidate Ruapehu Alpine Lifts is being heard in the High Court in Auckland this morning, dubbed a 'worst ca...
Pattrick Smellie: BusinessDesk managing editor on the Government confirming Commerce Commission probe into banking sector
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand's major banks are set to go under the microscope. The Government has confirmed a Commerce Commission probe into banking sector competition...
Jason Platt: Ruapehu Stakeholders Association chairman on the company behind operations entering liquidation
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ruapehu Alpine Lifts is heading towards liquidation weeks out from the 2023 ski season. Creditors didn't come to an agreement on the company's future ...
Duncan Webb: Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister says quick fix won't solve structural issues in the banking sector
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Government says there's no quick fix for the banking sector. It's ordered the Commerce Commission to probe bank profits and competition. A prelimi...
Sam Stubbs: Simplicity director discusses announcement of Commerce Commission enquiry into banking sector
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A high-powered microscope will be trained on New Zealand's banks. The Government has just confirmed a Commerce Commission probe into banking sector co...
Andrew Cushen: Climate Forestry Association CEO discusses proposed changes to Emissions Trading Scheme
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Four new adjustments to the Emissions Trading Scheme have been proposed for consultation - all of which aim to make it less attractive for businesses ...
Claire Matthews: Business professor ahead of Govt announcement of CommComm inquiry into bank profits, fees
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today the Government are set to announce a Commerce Commission inquiry into banks - with the focus expected to be on profits and fees. In 2022, retail...
Grant Dodson: Forest Owners' Assn president says amendments to the ETS removing forestry is a bad idea
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The forestry industry is sick of being made into the villain on reducing emissions. The Government is proposing to amend the Emissions Trading Scheme ...
Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on Prime Minister Chris Hipkins locking in meeting with Xi Jinping
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has locked in a coveted confab with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Hipkins heads to China on Sunday, alongside a large del...
Grant Robertson: Finance Minister adamant the fundamentals of the economy are still strong
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Government says the fundamentals of our economy are really strong. When asked how he rates the chances of a credit rating downgrade, Finance Minis...
Ashley Church: Will we know what a market turn looks like?
17 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, OneRoof property commentator Ashley Church weighed in on the state of the market and the signs it may turn. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/...
Robert McCulloch: Macroeconomics professor disagrees with Grant Robertson's blame of recession on floods and cyclone
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Upon the release of the GDP figures confirming New Zealand has entered two quarters of contraction and so is in a recession, Grant Robertson issued a ...
Mike's Minute: The economic chickens have come home to roost
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the economy sinks, the Government sinks with it. What a shocking week. We have officially been in recession. Don’t let them con you into the “t...
Grant Robertson: Finance Minister responds to claims a recession will lose Labour the election
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins believes New Zealanders will recognise the domestic and global factors that have contributed to two consecutive quarters ...
Steven Joyce: Former Finance Minister says the economy is going through a rough patch, going to take a while to turn around
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand may not be in a recession, but it's certainly in a slowdown. On paper, the country has officially entered a "technical recession" after re...
The Huddle: NZ enters technical recession and Kāinga Ora 'neighbours from hell' booted
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Georgina Stylianou, Director of Government Relations firm BRG and Sam Johnson, Projects Director at Still joined in on a discus...
Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds senior portfolio manager on US corporations reaping record-breaking profits
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Corporate profits were expected to fall further in the United States, but expectations are being surpassed. Over the past year, consumers have grapple...
Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor says GDP result makes it more likely the Reserve Bank won't increase rates
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The data is in, and New Zealand is officially into a technical recession. New figures from Stats NZ show GDP fell 0.1 percent in the March quarter- th...
Jarrod Kerr: Kiwibank chief economist warns there's still bumps in the road and contractions to come
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A leading economist says although it's shallow and technical, New Zealand is nonetheless in a recession. Stats NZ figures out today reveal GDP fell 0....
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on New Zealand entering a 'technical recession'
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's official- New Zealand has entered a 'technical recession'. Newly released figures from Stats NZ show the GDP fell 0.1 percentage points from last...
Liam Dann: NZ Herald Business Editor at Large discusses NZ entering a technical recession and what it means for Kiwis
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The economy in the first quarter entered a recession, falling 0.1 per cent, in line with market expectations. Data from Stats NZ this morning showed h...
Damien O'Connor: Minister for Trade and Export Growth on primary industry exports growing to 14 percent of GDP
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our primary industry exports have reached $56 billion - his is 2.3 percent higher than expected and now worth 14 percent of New Zealand's total GDP. T...
Dr. Matthew Birchall: New Zealand Initiative report highlights NZ's over-reliance on public debt to fund infrastructure deficit
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A new report into our infrastructure is highlighting New Zealand's over-reliance on public debt to fund our infrastructure deficit - which currently i...
Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist on whether NZ has experienced another quarter of negative growth
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
All eyes are on the latest GDP number expected this morning. Economists are split on whether it will be another quarter of negative growth- after Q1 s...
Michael Gordon: Economist says when it comes to recession, you need to look at whether the economy is running below par
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Economists are split over whether today's GDP figures will rise or fall. The data for the March quarter will be released at 10.45am. A decrease would ...
Jeremy Helson: Seafood NZ Chief Executive on forecast growth to $2.1 billion
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The seafood sector has net some gains. The value of Primary Sector exports have hit a record high, now worth 14 percent of New Zealand's total GDP. Se...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the UK economy returning to growth with 0.2 GDP increase
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The UK economy has bounced back and escaped recession- but only just. The region's GDP increased by 0.2 percent, following the 0.3 contraction recorde...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the divided expectations for Thursday's GDP announcement
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
GDP figures due to be released Thursday will confirm whether or not the country entered a technical recession. Opinions are divided, with ANZ forecast...
Mark Riggall: Milford Asset Management portfolio manager on Auckland Airport revising dividend policy for shareholders
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland Airport have revised their dividend policy and reduced their payouts to shareholders. The airport will pay out 70 percent to 90 percent of ne...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor says Government Covid-19 management impacted demand for imports
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The International Money Fund is warning the Government to rein in spending. S&P Global Ratings is also saying the country's near-record trade defi...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on New Zealand's current account deficit
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Latest figures show New Zealand's current account deficit is $33 billion- 8.5 percent of GDP- in the year to March. That's down from $34.4 billion- or...
Shamubeel Eaqub: Sense Partners economist reveals widespread profit margin increases are not adding to inflation
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Despite the price of goods and services rising sharply, new data confirms high business profits aren't the cause of inflation. A study commissioned by...
Ian Sutcliffe: AA Smartfuel General Manager on ending their partnership with Countdown
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
AA Smartfuel and Countdown's reward partnership is coming to an end. After working together for seven years they have decided to not renew the agreeme...
Catherine Beard: BusinessNZ Head of Advocacy says it's not sustainable for NZ to continue with the deficit we currently have
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're about to get a clearer picture of how the economy is tracking. GDP figures are out out tomorrow morning, revealing whether New Zealand has escap...
Peter Nation: Fieldays CEO ahead of 55th year of the event, first time since 2019 with international attendees
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For the 55th year Fieldays is back - and this year is the first time since 2019 it is fully open to international attendees. Being the largest agricul...
Toby Williams: Federated Farmers Meat and Wool Industry Chair on new law changes to carbon farming
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A law change will make it harder for overseas buyers to plant pine on good farm land. The Government is giving local councils the authority to determi...
Paul Bloxham: HSBC Chief Economist on Australian economists warning risk to recession has increased
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Australian economists see a higher risk of recession after soft Q1 GDP report. RBA Governor Philip Lowe has talked about navigating a narrow path to l...
Mary Jo Vergara: Kiwibank senior economist on what recent net migration increase means for inflation
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand's population continues to grow at pace. The latest Stats NZ figures show New Zealand had a net new migration gain of 72,300 in the year to...
Mike's Minute: Recession or not? It feels like it
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I think we can ask the question of how much is enough, given the numbers we have given you of late. Government expenditure is up 596 percent and incom...
Bernie Smith: Housing developer says the govt's lack of action on Kāinga Ora tenants is totally unacceptable
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Government is being accused of slacking off with disruptive Kāinga Ora tenants. Newstalk ZB can reveal three people have been evicted for bad beh...
Kate Acland: Beef and Lamb Chair says they are pleased with National's election emissions policy
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Beef and Lamb is pleased with National's election emissions policy. National would start measuring farm emissions by 2025, and make farmers pay for th...
Josh Emett: Kiwi chef is teaming up with Gwyneth Paltrow's powerhouse brand goop
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kiwi chef Josh Emett is cooking up a storm for none other than Goop - Gwyneth Paltrow's powerhouse brand. The Goop team reached out after Paltrow repo...
Alan Joyce: Qantas CEO says there is big demand for the Auckland to New York route, will compete with Air New Zealand
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce says demand for travel is still running high but more airline capacity should push down air fares. Joyce, in Auckla...
Jim van der Poel: Dairy NZ Chair says National's emissions plan is better than current proposal, work to be done
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
National's plan to delay emissions pricing is being applauded in some quarters as a step in the right direction. Under the party's policy, the date fa...
Weston Kirton: Ruapehu Mayor is comfortable with proposal for Ruapehu Alpine Lifts
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An end seems to be in sight to the Ruapehu Alpine Lifts saga. The skifield is in voluntary administration with the Government backing two bidders to t...
Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on Prime Minister Chris Hipkins leading a trade delegation to China
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins is set to go to China at the end of the month. This trip will be the first Prime Minister-led delegation there since 2019...
Satish Ranchhod: Westpac senior economist on retail card spending dropping across all industries
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Retail card spending fell $113 million last month, compared to April - across all industries. Stats NZ data shows the largest contributor to the 1.7 p...
Paul Stenhouse: Tech - Apple unveil raft of new features and products
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
FaceTime on your TV Instead of gathering around a phone, or a laptop to connect with family or friends, why not gather around the biggest screen in ...
Eric Crampton: NZ Initiative Chief Economist says it may be too early to read into Govt's higher than expected deficit
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It may be too early to read too much into the Government's higher than expected deficit. Latest Treasury figures show the Government has recorded a $7...
Viv Beck: Heart of the City CEO says Auckland businesses want a cost-effective, efficient council that's easier to work with
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland councillors will be back around the table at 10am this morning after being unable to agree on the council's budget. Mayor Wayne Brown propose...
Carrie Hurihanganui: Auckland Airport CEO responds to claims increased landing fees could make travel less affordable
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland Airport's clapped back at airlines after their claims that increased landing fees could make travel less affordable. Qantas and Air New Zeala...
Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds senior portfolio manager on Infratil taking control of One NZ in $1.8 billion deal
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Infrastructure investment company Infratil will pay $1.8 billion to take full control of One NZ. This purchase will double Infratil’s stake in One ...
Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor speculates what incoming GDP figures mean for recession
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand's GDP figures will be out next week- but what will that mean for the economy? Economists are currently predicting a marginal increase in N...
Greg Foran: Air New Zealand CEO on Air New Zealand and Qantas joining forces against planned Auckland Airport redevelopment
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Air New Zealand and Qantas have come out swinging against Auckland Airport's planned redevelopment- calling for an urgent rethink. The pair released a...
James Caan: Successful British-Pakistani entrepreneur and former Dragons' Den star is bringing his new venture to NZ
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you want a sense of how the UK economy is fearing, and how to get into business, then James Caan is your man. The British-Pakistani entrepreneur we...
Loren Heaphy: ChristchurchNZ spokesperson says city has matured from post-quake status, picking up momentum
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ōtautahi Christchurch is making progress in its earthquake and pandemic recovery. Thanks to five major summer sporting events, the local economy has...
Greg Miller: Owner of Esk Valley restaurant on $8.8m of Hawke's Bay cyclone grants going unspent, to be returned to MBIE
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Out of the $30 million provided to the Hawke's Bay Chamber of Commerce to help businesses stay open after the cyclone, about $8.8 million of it has be...
Maurice Williamson: Council expenditure committee chair on whether Chris Darby and Julie Fairey will vote on Airport share sale
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland councillors will decide today whether to sell the council's shares in Auckland Airport. Newstalk ZB's Michael Sergel told Kate Hawkesby Mayor...
Maddison Burgess-Smith: Business group spokesperson on NZ Post hiking bulk mail prices by 100 percent in last five years
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A group of businesses and organisations wants the Government to step in to stop postage price rises. From next month, New Zealand Post is hiking price...
Mike Cullerne: Arnott's NZ Country Director on manufacturing in New Zealand for first time in 25 years
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time in 25 years, Arnott's will again manufacture products in New Zealand. The company is opening its new facility in Avondale, West Auc...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on National releasing their infrastructure policy at Building Nations conference
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
National's Chris Luxon unveiled the Party's infrastructure policy that would come into effect if elected. National launched a national infrastructure ...
Deborah Lambie: Milford Asset Management analyst on Nvidia shares skyrocketing
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Technology company Nvidia's shares have been on a strong run this year and recently surged another 24 percent. This takes the year to date increase in...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the IRD changing guidance following criticism over promoting tax avoidance
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Inland Revenue have changed their guidance on avoiding 'over-taxing', amid criticism about promoting tax avoidance. The tax department published a fac...
Kate Hawkesby: Calling out supermarkets on dodgy pricing may work, but I'm concerned it won't
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I see Consumer NZ is making a last ditch attempt to ping the supermarkets on dodgy pricing or so called specials that are not specials. They’re rely...
Cath O'Brien: BARNZ director on warnings sweet spot of passengers blindly accepting high air fares may be ending
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The International Air Transport Association are warning that the sweet spot of passengers blindly accepting high air fares may be coming to an end. De...
Chris Quin: Foodstuffs North Island CEO calls for solutions after recording almost 40 percent increase in retail crime
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Grocers are calling for solutions after recording an almost 40 percent increase in North Island retail crime. Data collected from New World, PAK'nSAVE...
Tim O'Connor: Auckland Grammar Headmaster says the Government's new vaping regulations aren't good enough
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An Auckland headmaster says the Government's new vaping regulations aren't good enough. New rules include banning new vape stores near schools and mar...
Sirma Karapeeva: Meat Industry Association says red meat export increase is a sign of recovery, not out of the woods yet
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Red meat exports are exceeding expectations despite the current financial market. The Meat Industry Association is reporting a two-percent increase in...
Stuart Davison: HighGround Dairy global dairy consultant on Synlait Milk shares increasing by 16 percent
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Synlait Milk's shares surged by 16 percent after renewing their license to produce infant formula for the world's most populous nation. Investors rega...
Cameron Craigie: Scientist discusses chicken accounting for a third of Kiwi meals a week, beef at 22 per cent
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A new study into Kiwi's meat-eating habits shows 9 in 10 of us are still meat eaters. New Zealanders seem to gravitate towards chicken over red meat, ...
Michael Brooks: Poultry Industry director on red meat consumption decline in NZ, shoppers choosing chicken instead
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Red meat consumption is on the decline in New Zealand, as shoppers fill trolleys with chicken instead. A study out of Lincoln University shows that wh...
Tony Alexander: Has the property market bottomed out?
03 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Economist Tony Alexander joins the Weekend Collective to give updates on his weekly newsletter and discuss whether the property market has bottomed ou...
Neil McAra: Southland Chamber of Commerce President
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Calls have come for support in Southland as the future of the Tiwai smelter remains unknown amid large profits. The smelter faces closure next year if...