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Nick Goodall: CoreLogic Head of Research on property prices falling 4.1% on average across the country

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The property market is continuing to cool after steep growth. Property prices across the country fell an average of 4.1 percent in the last quarter. C...

Keith McLaughlin: Centrix Director on figures showing a rise in arrears due to cost of living crisis

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

People are prioritising some debt, over other debt, as the cost of living crisis continues to bite. New figures from credit company Centrix shows a ri...

Jeremy Nicoll: Arvida CEO on aged care sector having to turn away new residents amid 1200 nursing shortage

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The aged care sector is having to turn away new residents amid a 1200 nursing shortage. It means some older people are staying in hospitals or at home...

Mary Holm: Financial author says those who are braver with Kiwisaver will retire with more money

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kiwisaver investors are still feeling brave when contributing to their managed funds. The Financial Markets Authority says Kiwisaver funds have seen a...

Sam Stubbs: Simplicity Director says Kiwisaver fund growth shows the industry is still growing, people are saving

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kiwisaver funds seem to be doing well, despite increasingly nervous times. According to the Financial Markets Authority, managed Kiwisaver funds have ...

Frances Sweetman: Milford Asset Management on Warehouse Group's financial results

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We got the Warehouse Group's financial results today. Frances Sweetman from Milford Asset Management joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVESee ...

Contributions to Govt's proposed social unemployment insurance scheme likely subject to 15% GST

02 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A tax specialist says the likely GST on contributions to the Government's proposed unemployment scheme, is just a matter of consistency. The scheme wi...

'We're perceived very positively' - David Downs on New Zealand brand's strong ranking in annual Nation Brands Report

02 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand’s brand value shot up 13% from 2021, according to global rankings released overnight. Brand Finance Nation brands valued New Zealand’s...

Hannah McQueen: Managing your finances in retirement

30 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Massey University recently re-did its survey of what people of different lifestyles spend in retirement with the numbers shocking some - and yet we st...

Gerald Hope: Marlborough Research Centre boss hopes it will help our successful wine industry to the next level

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We officially have a national wine centre. It was opened yesterday in Blenheim by the Government after funding for the Marlborough Research Centre was...

Scott Tasker: Auckland Airport expecting more than 600,000 passengers these school holidays

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

More than 600,000 passengers are expected to go through Auckland Airport these schools holidays; it's busiest in three years. Two airline powerhouses,...

Bridget Snelling: Xero NZ Country Manager on figures showing initial signs of recovery in small business sector

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Some are suggesting we may be seeing some initial signs of recovery in the small business sector. Xero's Small Business Index for August shows sales w...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist on businesses using younger and older workers to fill workforce gaps

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our latest monthly job numbers are out today. Infometrics say businesses are starting to turn to youth and older workers to fill the gaps in the workf...

Philip Gregan: Wine Growers CEO says RSE scheme increase won't solve labour issues, but will make a big difference

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A wine grower says more seasonal workers shows the Government is listening to the industry's concerns. It's increased the Recognised Seasonal Employer...

Michael Wood: Immigration Minister says the Government is responding to horticulture industry needs

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Immigration Minister says the Government is responding to horticulture industry needs. The Government's increased the Regional Seasonal Employer s...

Patrick Noone: Costco NZ Managing Director says there is potential for branches in Christchurch, Wellington

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Costco Auckland has just begun its grand opening. Hundreds of bargain-hunters in Westgate, with some flying across the country to be the among first t...

Renee Lee: Everblue COO on being only NZ-made haircare brand stocked at Costco

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One Kiwi company has secured exclusive shelf space. Everblue is the only New Zealand-made haircare brand to be stocked, despite launching just over a ...

David Morgan: Air NZ Chief Flight Operations officer on issues with direct flight to New York

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Air New Zealand’s marathon direct flight to New York is struggling to take off. On Sunday, returning passengers were asked to volunteer to miss thei...

Michele Passarello: Restauranteur offers free accommodation and shared profit scheme to entice workers

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Employers are getting creative as they fight to attract workers in our tight job market. Flexi-work, work-from-home, sign-on bonuses, extra weeks holi...

Mark Lister: Financial expert says NZ won't be immune from what's happening in global markets

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand won't be completely sheltered from the latest volatility in international markets. World sharemarkets have been taking a tumble over the w...

Mike Hosking: Corporate New Zealand finally speaks out against the Govt

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Mood of the Boardroom, which is out in the Herald today, is in some respects, the Government's day of reckoning. You might recall a few years back...

Stuart Smith: National’s viticulture spokesperson on sample sale member's bill pulled

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hopefully some good news is on the way for our viticulture industry. A member’s bill was pulled out of the biscuit tin yesterday that would help str...

Kylie Freeland: McDonald’s NZ Managing Director as they put 2000 jobs up for grabs

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For those looking for a job, McDonald’s might just have the answer for you. Tomorrow the fast-food chain is holding walk in interviews at its restau...

Sophie Maloney: Sky Television CEO after announcement of new $200 box

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are some new changes coming in the streaming world, with Sky revealing they're set to launch their new box before Christmas at the cost of $200....

Brett O'Riley: Employers and Manufacturers Assn CEO as pressure mounts on Govt following Mood of the Boardroom survey

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Pressure is mounting on the Government, to come up with a better plan for the tough economic times. In the latest annual Herald Mood of the Boardroom ...

Kirk Hope: Business NZ CEO on survey finding confidence in Govt's leadership is falling

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Business leaders feel the Government isn't listening. The NZ Herald's annual Mood of the Boardroom survey has found chief executives and senior direct...

Mark Riggall: Milford Asset Management portfolio manager on whether inflation will be an issue for longer than expected

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Some are suggesting there is a likelihood that inflation is going to be a problem for longer than we expect. Mark Riggall from Milford Asset Managemen...

Kay Armstrong: Immigration consultant says re-opening of Pacific visa registrations is a big deal

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Thousands of much-needed Pacific labourers can now return to New Zealand, to work. Immigration Minister Michael Wood has announced the re-opening of v...

Dr Michael Rehm: Housing expert says banks are aiding and abetting housing speculation, contributing to crisis

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A property expert says banks are aiding and abetting housing speculation and thereby contributing to the housing crisis. Auckland University's Dr Mich...

Leeann Watson: Canterbury Employers' Chamber CEO says disclosure regime isn't top of mind for businesses

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Exactly how long big businesses are taking to pay their bills could soon become public. Small Business Minister Stuart Nash wants to introduce legisla...

Grant Robertson: Finance Minister defends Govt's multi-million dollar spend up on Three Water consultants

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Grant Robertson is defending the Government's multi-million dollar spend-up on Three Waters consultants. Newstalk ZB can reveal in the last financial ...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald Business Editor at Large on latest GDP figure as NZ avoids recession

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand has dodged recession after the economy 1.7 grew per cent in the June quarter. To discuss, NZ Herald Business Editor at Large, Liam Dann, j...

Vanessa Horne: Fair Trading Manager says businesses need to be able to back up claims made to online shoppers

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Online shoppers are being misled through online sales. The Commerce Commission has issued a formal warning to online retailer, Occasion Box, for makin...

Michael Gordon: Westpac acting Chief economist says there's good reason to feel bullish about GDP figure

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Confidence our GDP will grow, but disagreement about by how much. Economists from multiple banks are predicting around a 1 percent growth for the seco...

Toni Truslove: Kea NZ CEO has potential solution to labour shortage, but Kiwi businesses are reluctant

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A potential solution has been raised for some of our labour shortage problems - but NZ businesses are reluctant. We know that 20 percent of all roles ...

Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist says it is hard to predict GDP growth but best guess is a 1.2 percent rise

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Slight GDP growth is expected in the second quarter. It follows a 0.2 percent fall for the first three months of the year. ASB Chief Economist Nick Tu...

Sophie Gray: Destitute Gourmet author calls in to offer advice on how to manage grocery spending

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sophie Gray, author of Destitute Gourmet, called in to Kerre Woodham with ways to manage the grocery spend through tough financial times. Gray has lot...

Barry O'Neill: Tomatoes NZ Chair says rising supplier costs are to blame for high food prices

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rising supplier costs are being blamed for food prices. Annual food prices have shot up to the highest rate in 13 years. Stats New Zealand data shows ...

Tony Simons: Resident's association chair on win to reject housing density plans in Christchurch

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A win for residents who've been fighting for Christchurch City Council to reject housing density plans for the city, but it's not over yet. Ten counci...

John Murphy: Vegetables NZ Chair says severe weather can be blamed for soaring food prices

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Severe weather is being blamed by some for soaring food prices. Annual food prices have shot up to the highest rate in 13 years. Stats New Zealand say...

John MacDonald: The vax rules are going, so should the punishments

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The traffic light system is gone, most of the mask requirements are gone and the vaccine mandates will be gone by September 26 - although employers wi...

Kerre Woodham: Axing Covid restrictions is a restoration of common sense

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Well, it was as expected. Yesterday we heard that 927 days since the Covid pandemic triggered extraordinary defensive measures here and around the wor...

David Willis: Nurses' Society Director on dropping of vaccine mandates and whether it will boost industry

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nurses' Society Director David Willis joined Mike Hosking to discuss the dropping of vaccine mandates for health workers and how it will affect the in...

Tim Beveridge: Businesses shouldn't have to pick up the tab for another public holiday

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I've just been watching the news coverage of the cortege as the Queens coffin has been making its way from Balmoral Castle on its way to Edinburgh. It...

Kate Hawkesby: Another public holiday is a bridge too far for some small businesses

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What a relief and not before time that we’re waving goodbye to the traffic light system. Big raps to the Government for getting their heads around t...

Kenneth Leong: Meo co-founder on initiative to ensure masks don't end up in landfill

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The masks are gone for all but a few sectors, but where do they all go? A new free recycling initiative is being launched by our biggest mask manufact...

Julie White: Hospitality NZ CEO says businesses will carry the cost of public holiday to honour Queen Elizabeth

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mixed feelings about a one off public holiday to mark Queen Elizabeth II's death. Monday, September 26 will be a public holiday, with a state memorial...

Mark O'Donnell: Rockit CEO as Air NZ comes to rescue solving supply chain issues

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Due to global supply chain issues, some shipping companies are leaving New Zealand off their schedule entirely. This is of course causing massive head...

Stuart Nash: Tourism Minister says any remaining Covid-19 restrictions won't keep people from visiting

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Tourism Minister says any remaining restrictions won't keep people from visiting. Vaccine requirements for international travellers and the need t...

Matt Whineray: Super Fund CEO as superannuation value tumbles by $3.3 billion

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's superannuation value has tumbled by $3.3 billion. The value has dropped by nearly seven percent in the year to June, as sharemarkets aro...

Greg Harford: Retail NZ CEO says easing of Covid-19 restrictions takes away a lot of tension and confusion

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Praise for an easing of restrictions from our retail sector. Covid-19 restrictions have been scrapped almost completely, with only aged care facilitie...

Katrina Shanks: Financial Advice NZ CEO on pay-later schemes struggling as many fall behind on payments

11 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Questions have been asked as to whether we are seeing the running down of buy now pay later lenders and some are saying they have they done it to them...

Grant Robertson: Deputy PM promises transparency around Covid-19 protocol

11 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Deputy Prime Minister is promising transparency around Covid-19 protocol. The decision about whether to do away with our traffic light system will...

Brad Olsen: Economist on data showing 8.7 percent increase in costs from grocery suppliers to supermarkets

11 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Cost increases from grocery suppliers to supermarkets continue to accelerate. The Infometrics-Foodstuffs Grocery Supplier Cost Index shows an 8.7 perc...

Hannah McQueen: The situations in which you should consider switching banks

09 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The stats suggest not many of us do it, but there are compelling reasons why you would – and also circumstances when you wouldn’t. Most people thi...

Eve Lawrence: Haka Tourism GM says we should reconsider Sir John Key's idea of making trans-Tasman travel domestic

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A tourism boss says we should reconsider Sir John Key's 2009 idea of making trans-Tasman travel domestic. In 2009, the then Prime Minister floated the...

Simon Bridges: Auckland Business Chamber CEO on further date blowout on City Rail Link

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Auckland's city rail link is the project that appears to keep bleeding money with no end date in sight. The public has already been warned there has b...

Greg Harford: Retail NZ CEO says he supports axing Covid-19 rules

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The green light could be given to get rid of the traffic light framework. Our newsroom understands Cabinet will be deciding on a recommendation to scr...

Kirk Hope: Business NZ CEO says numbers showing businesses feel council support has got worse are not surprising

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Small businesses are hoping to enact change in this year's local body elections. More than nine in 10 small to medium sized business owners are planni...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald business editor explains hidden merits to David Parker's dead tax bill

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How much merit did Revenue Minister David Parker's now dead tax bill actually have? Yep - the proposal to increase GST on some investment fund fees. N...

Max Washer: White Lady Head of Operations on potential closure to due council stoush

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The White Lady is a food truck in Auckland that has been operating for 74 years. Back in June/July they were battling with Auckland Council who told t...

Terry Baucher: Tax expert says tax brackets have not changed in more than a decade and action is needed urgently

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Government is rejecting calls to review tax brackets amid rising inflation. New Zealand’s marginal tax rate system means higher rates of tax are...

Gerard van Tilborg: North Harbour Rugby chairman as first of Silver Lake money about to be dished out

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The first of New Zealand Rugby’s Silver Lake money is about to be dished out. Yesterday applications opened for clubs all around the country to get ...

Robyn Walker: Deloitte partner calls for review to tax brackets amid rising inflation

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Calls for the Government to review tax brackets amid rising inflation. New Zealand’s marginal tax rate system means higher rates of tax are applied ...

Tina Smith: Tertiary Education Union president says now is not the right time for AUT to cut staff

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Potential job losses at AUT are being seen as a tragedy for staff and students. Up to 230 staff could be cut. A drop in student numbers and growing ec...

Chris Whelan: Universities NZ Director on AUT's job cuts despite $12 million surplus

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tough times for universities are forcing them to look at their balance sheet. Around 230 staff face redundancy at AUT, despite the university having a...

Andrew King: Property Investors’ Federation on banks coming down hard on investors when it comes to debt

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Banks are apparently starting to come down on property investors when it comes to their levels of debt. Rising interest rates and rents not increasing...

Claire Matthews: University researcher on fears the impact inflation could have on those saving for retirement

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Fears for the impact inflation could have on those saving for retirement. Massey University research shows the savings needed for retirees to fund a b...

Mike's Minute: Sir Ray Avery is part of a growing trend

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I feel bad that Sir Ray Avery is leaving New Zealand. He is far from the only one; the stats tell you the embarrassing story which is that we currentl...

Amanda Harcourt: Supreme Winner Kea Awards says she was in awe of other winners

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Very proud, but some serious imposter syndrome at play for Miranda Harcourt. She's been named Supreme Winner at last night's Kea Awards in Auckland. T...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Economist says our income to housing affordability ratio is far worse than other countries

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A kiwi in the coal mine. That's what the Financial Times is calling New Zealand's housing market in a video that warns other countries to take heed of...

Chris Alderson: Construction Health and Safety Council CEO addresses industry's health and safety crisis

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Organisations representing the construction sector are standing together to address the industry's health and safety crisis. They want a renewed focus...

Lynda Keene: Tourism Export Council CEO says 20% of US travellers are looking elsewhere for summer stay

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Fears confusion with our Covid restrictions could be turning off international tourists. The Tourism Export Council says around 20 percent of US trave...

Mike's Minute: Spectacular U-turn shows an out of touch Government

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As far as U-turns go, this is a spectacular one. On Tuesday, the Government announce GST on KiwiSaver fees, Wednesday afternoon they're gone, so less ...

Christopher Luxon: National leader says Kiwisaver is about setting people up for retirement, shouldn't mess with it

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Luxon says KiwiSaver is about making sure people are set up for their retirement and we shouldn't be messing around with it. The Government has ...

Jarrod Haar: Human resources expert suggests teens could help address staff shortages

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A suggestion has come that having 13 to 15 year olds help address staff shortages is actually a good idea. The Australian Retailers Association is flo...

Keith McLaughlin: Centrix director on data showing an increase in the number of people not clearing debts

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A rise in the number of people not clearing their debts. The latest data from Centrix shows consumer arrears increasing 13 percent year-on-year in Jul...

Lucy Elwood: Cancer Society CEO says widespread availability of cigarettes has normalised a harmful product

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

No sympathy for big corporates opposing a Government bill limiting the number of tobacco retailers. Foodstuffs and Z Energy are lobbying against the p...

John Berry: Kiwisaver provider Pathfinder's CEO says GST tax tidy up is quite brutal

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

An attempt to tidy up the GST charged on different investment products. The Government is planning to impose GST on Kiwisaver fees, which will give it...

Mike's Minute: This Government is simply dishonest about tax

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Once again, I find myself a bit confounded by a government that seems, at heart, basically dishonest. Can they argue the GST treatment on KiwiSaver fe...

Rupert Carlyon: Koura Wealth MD says there is no real reason for Govt to impose GST on KiwiSaver fees

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Government's plan to impose GST on KiwiSaver fees is being labelled by some as a tax grab. The move, which would kick in from April 2026, will giv...

Jade Gray: Off-Piste Provisions founder on deal to create alternative meat from fermented bio-waste

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A Kiwi company has struck a deal with researchers in Singapore to create alternative meat from fermented bio-waste. Off-Piste Provisions is also raisi...

Nick Leggett: Transport NZ CEO says diesel has become a significant business cost for some operators

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Transport NZ says soaring diesel prices are putting transport operators out of business. Average diesel prices have hit over $2.50, compared with the ...

David Parker: Revenue Minister accepts criticism of the cost of living payment

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Revenue Minister is accepting criticism of the cost of living payment. The Auditor-General says it should have been rolled out more carefully. New...

Mike's Minute: Economics of idiots causing labour shortage

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The statistic that should send a chill through every one of us was the one you might have seen over the weekend from a construction company. They hire...

Jarrod Kerr: Kiwibank chief economist on forecasts saying fixed term mortgages rates may already have peaked

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Fixed term mortgage rates may already have peaked according to Kiwibank's latest forecasts. It also says the Reserve Bank may start lowering interest ...

Fran O'Sullivan: NZME Business Commentator on why she thinks Sir Ray Avery is ditching NZ

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Philanthropist Sir Ray Avery is packing his bags for Australia. He says he's sick of the tall poppy syndrome here, whereas Australians hold their high...

Grant Robertson: Finance Minister says there have been talks around improving for next cost-of-living payment

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New screening measures have been launched ahead of the second cost of living payment. The next $116 payment is due out on Thursday. The Auditor-Genera...

Nick Leggett: Transporting NZ CEO quietly confident fuel tax relief will be extended

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Transporting NZ is quietly confident the Government will extend fuel tax relief past January. A litre of diesel is just nine cents a litre cheaper tha...

Andrew Dickens: We are talking ourselves into hard times

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So last week, my opening comments centred on how opposition MPs and anti-government commentators have been fear mongering about the state of the econo...

Diane Williamson: Bluff fish and chip shop owner unable to escape inflation, forced to hike prices

28 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealanders may have to cut back on the Friday night fish and chips. The country's favourite takeaway has been unable to escape the grip of inflati...

Kerri Nuku: Nurses Organisation to rally nationwide demanding pay equity for primary care nurses

28 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There is a push to end an unfair pay gap within the nursing industry. Rallies will be held nationwide today; as primary healthcare nurses demand Te Wh...

Kate Hawkesby: Dire straits for Queenstown hospo is heartbreaking

28 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“All I do is cry” was the quote that broke my heart over the weekend. The ODT had a story about the state of Queenstown at the moment, and it talk...

Satish Ranchhod: Westpac Senior Economist thinks there won't be a recession, but growth will be slow

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Doom and gloom is on the economic horizon. Higher interest rates, lower spending and low population growth are all pointing towards a higher chance of...

Sunny Kausha: Dairy and Business Owners Group Chair says we need a solution to ram raids now

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dairy owners fear someone will die as ram raids surge. There's been a 400 percent increase in the crime in the last five years, with the Police Minist...

Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist says signs are pointing towards a greater chance of a recession

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Economic signs are pointing towards a greater chance of a recession. Stats NZ data shows sales slumped 2.3 percent over the last quarter, for a second...

Greg Foran: Air NZ CEO says they are hoping for a better year ahead

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Air New Zealand is hoping for a better year ahead. The airline made a net loss of $591 million in the year to June, up from a loss of $292 million in ...

Graham Burke: Construction Industry Council concerned about lack of certainty over delivery of infrastructure projects

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Concerns about a lack of certainty over the delivery of infrastructure projects. Waka Kotahi is warning the Government's $8.7 billion NZ Upgrade trans...

Kirdan Lees: Sense Partners economist on data showing two job vacancies per unemployed person

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do we want a big country or not? That's the question the Reserve Bank is posing. It comes as data shows there are now two job vacancies per unemployed...

David Clark: Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister on latest government supermarket intervention

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The latest government move to try and bring down prices at the supermarket checkout has been announced. It will force Countdown and Foodstuffs to sell...