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Keith McLaughlin: Centrix Managing Director on data showing number of people behind on debt repayments has increased by 5%
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The number of people behind on debt repayments has increased by five percent in the year to October. Data by credit bureau Centrix shows the number of...
Mark Riggall: Milford Asset Management Portfolio Manger on the ANZ business survey results
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ANZ released their latest business survey and it's showcasing a bleaker look at the economy than in previous years. The survey states that the expec...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on banks not doing more to cover the cost of money printing
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Should our banks be doing more to help cover the cost of money printing? The RBNZ is holding $49 billion dollars of banks' reserves, thanks to all the...
Hannah McQueen: Should we be tightening our spending?
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hannah McQueen joins the boys to discuss the fact that New Zealand's official cash rate was lifted to 4.25% & whether we should be tightening ou...
Jo Castasus: Entrepreneur taking the hassle out of supermarket shopping with 'Aunty Jo' service
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For many of us, the thought of supermarket queues are draining. But for others, they are seen as an entrepreneurial opportunity. Entrepreneur Jo Casta...
Christina Leung: Economist says as people face higher mortgage repayments, they'll start to rein in spending
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Scary times for some home-owners, with ANZ the first to react following last week's record OCR rise. It's increasing its home loan and deposit rates, ...
Paul Spoonley: Sociology professor puzzled as to why Govt would put up a barrier to migrants
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Immigration experts are concerned a change to work rights for migrants' partners could put people off coming here. Until now, a partner could get an o...
Kathy Armstrong: Immigration consultant says changes to partners of migrants' right to work are confusing from Govt
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An immigration consultant says changes to the partners of migrants' right to work, will make it harder to attract migrants. A change going ahead next ...
Gareth Kiernan: Infometrics Chief Forecaster expects other banks to follow ANZ in lifting mortgage rates
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A major New Zealand bank is the first to move on the back of last week's historic OCR rise. ANZ has lifted its floating and flexible mortgage rates by...
Peter Nation: Field Days Society CEO says everyone is excited for the event to begin
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The southern hemisphere's largest agricultural event will be a little warmer this year. Thousands are expected to flock to Fieldays at Mystery Creek i...
Pattrick Smellie: BusinessDesk managing editor on Meridian choosing Australian firm Woodside Energy for green hydrogen project
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Big moves for Meridian's green hydrogen project in Southland, as they have picked a collaborator off a shortlist. Meridian Energy chose the Australian...
Chelsea Rapp: NZ Game Developers Association on industry tipped to become worth $1 billion by 2026
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand's video game industry is booming. Revenue has almost doubled from last year’s $267 million to $407 million in the past year - heading to...
Liz Wheadon: Glengarry Wines GM says crime prevention announcement is not much different to what's already in place
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Retailers are struggling to see how yesterday's crime announcement will change anything. $4 million will be made available to local councils to assist...
Ash Parmar: Waikato retailer is concerned Govt hasn't addressed the real issue around ram raids
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Concerns the Government hasn't addressed the real issue around ram raids. It's announced a $4 million fund to support local councils in Auckland, Hami...
Karen Murrell: Lipstick brand and Wool Source join forces to create wool keratin-based pigment
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Opposites have attracted in an unexpected collaboration of lipstick and New Zealand strong wool. In what is thought to be a world-first, Wool Source a...
Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on the Three Waters entrenchment discussion
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Government has recently stated that they will take the Three Waters legislation to parliament's Business Committee to discuss entrenchment. This e...
Steven Joyce: Former Finance Minister says young people will come out worse off from any upcoming recession
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are fears young people will come out worse off from any upcoming recession. Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr has confirmed the bank is deliberat...
Andrew Kelleher: JMI Wealth Director says markets haven't been caught by surprise by OCR hike
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Investors are keeping calm, after this week's stark warnings from the Reserve Bank. Governor Adrian Orr has left many mortgage holders reassessing the...
Andrew Hoggard: Federated Farmers president on claims they are responsible for 'Five Waters' discourse
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Government are determined to pin Three, or Five, Waters confusion on the farmers. Megan Woods on the Mike Hosking Breakfast on Wednesday said the ...
Catherine Beard: BusinessNZ says there's no way we can fulfil the need for workers domestically
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Calls for a shake up to immigration. Act has unveiled a new immigration policy that scraps temporary visas, charges based on demand, and allows more m...
Chris Quin: Foodstuffs NI CEO facial recognition data is deleted every five days
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Foodstuffs is clearing the air over concerns it's been collecting sensitive information from shoppers without their knowledge. Our newsroom has confir...
Adrian Orr: RBNZ Governor believes he's struck the right approach with latest unprecedented hike to interest rates
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Adrian Orr believes he's struck the right approach with the latest unprecedented hike to interest rates. The Reserve Bank Governor has lifted the Offi...
Dennis Maga: First Union General Secretary calls for employers to take action as supermarket crime soars
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A call for employers to take more precautionary action, as supermarket crime soars. Since 2020, Foodstuffs says there's been a 246 percent rise in ser...
John Carran: Economist says there are real signs global inflation pressures are starting to ease
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is the Reserve Bank raising the Official Cash Rate too far, too fast? The central bank has lifted the OCR by an unprecedented 75 basis-points to 4.25 ...
Nicola Willis: National Finance Spokesperson says plans to cut the top tax rate may no longer be affordable
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
National is adjusting its tax plans, heading into next year's election. The party is reviewing its policies following the Reserve Bank's unprecedented...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the Wellington infrastructure conference
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Over in Wellington, the Building Nations infrastructure conference is underway, and set to continue on for the rest of the week. Infometrics Princip...
Mike Harper: Project manager on mega glasshouse planned by Japanese-owned Tatsumi Limited
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Hawkes Bay could be lining up for an economic boost. Japanese-owned company Tatsumi Limited is constructing a mega glasshouse in the hope of produ...
Jordan Heerspring: CERT NZ says professional criminals know what they're doing in setting up scam websites
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A word of caution as cyber scammers continue to lift their game to target unsuspecting victims. The Government’s cyber security agency has recorded ...
Rob Clark: Seek Country Manager says it is still a job seeker's market
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The jobs market is remaining buoyant, despite a small decrease in listings. The latest Seek Employment Report shows job ads fell one percent between S...
Sharon Zollner: ANZ Chief Economist expects RBNZ to raise the OCR by 75 basis points, highest rates hike ever
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's Reserve Bank decision on the Official Cash Rate is almost certain to be historic. The central bank is expected to raise the OCR by 75 basis po...
Bodo Lang: Marketing expert says Tip Top has done the right thing removing 'take a selfie with a stranger' sticks
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ice cream company Tip Top has pulled one of its challenges from its new promotional campaign after sparking significant backlash. The company's latest...
Toby Adams: Hauraki District Mayor on classic L&P bottle being on the way out
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The classic brown L&P bottle could be on its way out, due to its effect on our recycling system. Coca-Cola is looking to swap out the brown, and g...
Rob Fyfe: Chair of Recorp on his latest South Auckland can manufacturing plant investment
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rob Fyfe, former Air New Zealand boss and current chair of Recorp, has announced his latest investment- a can manufacturing plant operating out of Sou...
Kristin Sutherland: Auckland Property Investors President on Govt confirming extension to meet Healthy Homes standards
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Government has confirmed an extension is being considered for all landlords, including private rentals and Kāinga Ora, to meet minimum Healthy Ho...
Dave Bodger: Gull NZ general manager on poll showing majority of Kiwis want fuel tax cut extended
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Few are surprised that many Kiwis want the fuel tax cut to be extended. A new poll states that more than two-thirds of respondents want the current fu...
Catherine Beard: BusinessNZ says they have accepted they will represent some members in some Fair Pay Agreement negotiations
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An employers group says it's been forced to play a part in the Government's new Fair Pay Agreements system. The Government had offered the lobby group...
Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor on the upcoming Reserve Bank rates hike
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Reserve Bank is set to meet next week, and speculation suggests rates may be hiked again. Liam Dann, NZ Herald business editor at large is among t...
Brad Olsen: Economist says questions remain as to whether NZ can support a strong summer of tourism
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After two years of stunted growth our local economies could be doing better than we realise. With international tourism boosting activity over the win...
David Cooper: Immigration adviser on Govt creating a priority pathway for family members stuck overseas
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A glimmer of hope is in sight for split migrant families. It's believed the Government is creating a priority pathway for family members stuck oversea...
Lynda Keene: Tourism Export Council CEO says Aussie visitors have played a key role in tourism bounce back
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Belief businesses aren't out of the woods yet, despite economic activity increasing in the September quarter Infometrics data shows a 2.6 percent year...
Chris Wilkinson: First Retail Group on Calvin Klein setting up shop in Lambton Quay's David Jones
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hopes a major international retailer moving to Lambton Quay will give a post-pandemic boost to Wellington's CBD. Clothing brand Calvin Klein has confi...
Ian Proudfoot: KPMG NZ partner on New Zealand ranking behind in sustainability reporting
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
According to new data from KPMG, New Zealand is underperfoming in sustainability reporting. The KPMG report ranked New Zealand 38th out of 58 eligible...
Hamish Firth: Mt Hobson Group Director on whether Resource Management Act changes will stack up
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Government plans to repeal the ailing RMA for new legislation by the next election. It will eventually slash and merge the 100-plus plans produced...
John Tookey: AUT professor says RMA changes will allow for prefab buildings to make a dent in housing demand
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hopes changes to New Zealand's resource management system will cut red tape for building homes. The Government will today unveil what it describes as ...
Paul Spoonley: Sociologist says migration loss is a concern
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A sociologist says migration loss is a concern. Stats NZ data shows in September there was an estimated migration gain of 2,176 people. But for the ye...
Jeremy Couchman: Economist on suggestions the brain drain may be slowing down
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Some are suggesting our great brain drain may slowing down. The net number of Kiwis that left the country for the year to September was more than 8,00...
Kate Storer: Environmental lawyer says the devil will be in the detail around RMA reforms
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A general view that the devil will be in the detail around RMA reforms. Three new laws will take its place, with two being announced so far. The Gover...
Kelvin Davidson: Property Economist says we could reach a point where up to 25% of houses are sold at a loss
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Up to a quarter of homes could soon be selling for a loss, if mortgages rates keep on rising. New figures from Core Logic show almost three-percent of...
Simon Beale: Cargo Owners Council say supply chain issues should start to ease as we head into 2023
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Supply chain issues should start to ease as we head into 2023. Freedom Furniture and Farmers have told customers they may have to wait up to five mont...
Michael Gordon: Westpac acting chief economist says monetary policy takes time to have a full effect on the economy
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's no easy way down for New Zealand's economy, as high inflation poses a persistent problem. Westpac's latest economic overview predicts the Offi...
Allan Pollard: Civil Contractors NZ CEO says cost reductions expected from RMA reforms don't go far enough
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The resource management and consenting system is in for a shake-up. The Government will today unveil what it says will be simplified, modernised legis...
Vincent Arbuckle: New Zealand Food Safety on changes to Health Star system
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Health Star system is being changed to better reflect added sugar and salt in nutritional ratings. Nutritionists are welcoming changes to the prog...
Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on Jacinda Ardern's meeting at East Asia Summit
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has just wrapped up meetings at the East Asia Summit. The East Asia Summit consisted of 10 South East Asian countries wh...
The Sunday Panel: Does the Black Ferns' win signal a turning point for women's rugby?
13 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Sunday Panel: commentator and editor, Jo Mccarroll and host of The Front Page podcast Damien Venuto joined us to talk about the following...
Richard Quest: CNN correspondent says US midterms have thrown markets into uncertainty
12 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The US midterms have thrown the market into some uncertainty. The Republicans appear to be heading towards taking control of the House of Representati...
Melissa Lee: National MP on her bill to extend minimum expiry dates to three years for gift cards
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Retailers are less than keen on the idea of extending gift card expiry dates. The minimum expiry date could be extended to three years under Melissa L...
Kathrine Fraser: The Celebrant School Director on the rise of couples opting to have friends officiate their wedding
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A rise in the number of couples opting for friends to officiate their wedding, is leaving professional independent celebrants out in the cold. Numbers...
Stephen England-Hall: CEO of Real NZ on Govt's tourism innovation fund
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's tourism innovation fund is now open for bids. There's $54 million up for grabs, but a few hoops to jump through. CEO of Real New Zeal...
Mark Goldsmith: MSD Regional Commissioner on job fair at Mt Smart stadium
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Job fairs are popping up all over the place these days, with some suggesting this is a sign of how desperate things are for some employers. There's on...
Brad Olsen: Economist says RBNZ review is closest to an admission that it should have changed tack
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Reserve Bank's self-review pokes a few holes in its response to Covid-19. But it also says the Covid response was consistent with data available a...
Stuart Nash: Tourism Minister is confident an innovation programme will go a long way towards helping the tourism industry
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Government is confident an innovation programme will go a long way towards helping the tourism industry. People can now apply for the $54 million ...
Jamie Mackay: host of The Country on Fonterra's warning to farmers about meeting sustainability targets
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fonterra has issued a warning to farmers that they may have to meet sustainability expectations unless they want to face trade barriers and potentiall...
Matthew Horncastle: Williams Corporation Co-founder on the decision to lay off 30 percent of their staff
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of New Zealand’s busiest townhouse developers says some of their staff have nothing to do. Williams Corporation is offering redundancy for up to...
Selina Deadman: DHL export predictions raise concern about the number of barriers in the sector
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are concerns exporters could be run out of business in this country. The 2022 Export NZ DHL Barometer shows exporters are worried about a number...
Sam Trethewey: Milford Asset Management Portfolio Manager on Pushpay potentially missing long term targets
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tech company Pushpay is currently under offer, and new data from today suggests that the company will miss some long term targets. As such, people hav...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist on the uptick in consumer retail spending
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
According to new data, retail cart spending on non-essential items has gone up again this year. Stats NZ says that electronic card spending climbed an...
Claire Matthews: Business professor on Govt investigating 'open banking' in NZ
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Government is taking aim at bank's massive profits by allegedly looking into open banking, with an announcement potentially coming this week. Open...
Nicola Willis: National Finance spokesperson outlines how Nats would work with Adrian Orr, if elected
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
National's outlining how it will approach working with a Reserve Bank Governor it's criticised if elected next year. Adrian Orr will spend another fiv...
Michael Reddell: Former Reserve Bank economist lays into Adrian Orr's reappointment as Reserve Bank Governor
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A former Reserve Bank economist has laid into Adrian Orr's reappointment as Reserve Bank Governor. He'll spend another five years in the role, after t...
Ant Boyles: Council of Cargo Owners chair on report into NZ's susceptibility to supply chain issues
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There is a desire to be proactive rather than reactive when it comes to supply chain disruptions. The Productivity Commission will look into our econo...
Pattrick Smellie: BusinessDesk managing editor on the backlash to Adrian Orr getting reappointed
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The reappointment of Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr has not gone down well with National and ACT. National say the party is appalled, and ACT says i...
Chris Wilkinson: Retail expert on whether Kiwis will spend large this silly season
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's the beginning of the silly month when it comes to retail special days - but will we get out there and spend this time around? Today marks the beg...
Ana Maria Rivera: NZ School of Tourism CEO on figures showing enrolments are up 25% for 2023
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's a post-pandemic boom of people studying to work in the tourism industry. Exclusive data revealed to Newstalk ZB shows enrolments at the New Ze...
Kimberly Crewther: Dairy Companies' Association says Canada dispute is a clear cut issue from their perspective
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dairy companies want market access Canada committed to, upheld. Trade Minister Damien O'Connor has asked for an international panel to hear a dispute ...
Tony Alexander: Economist on survey showing 28% of Kiwis are expecting to decrease their spending
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealanders are preparing to tighten their purse strings. Economist Tony Alexander has surveyed more than 1000 people on their spending expectation...
Sirma Karapeeva: Meat Industry Assn CEO says NZ is in a sweet spot, due to strong demand and limited supply
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand's red meat industry is booming, yet there are fears export growth may slow following a busy month. Export values have risen, with beef up ...
Andrew Hoggard: Federated Farmers President says Canada is extremely protectionist in its dairy system
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Federated Farmers says Canada is extremely protectionist in its dairy system. Trade Minister Damien O'Connor has asked for an international panel to h...
Greg Harford: Retail NZ CEO says cost of living may be good news for end-of-year sales
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Retailers will be having a busy rest of their November. Click Frenzy, Singles Day, Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales will all happen before December...
Catherine McGrath: Westpac New Zealand CEO on their recent 12 percent profit increase and community outreach
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Westpac has recently announced that their profits are up by 12 percent, putting their earnings at $1 billion dollars before the years' end. The timing...
Mike's Minute: The wage gravy train can't last forever
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of life's lessons is that the more things swing one way, the greater the eventual correction. McLeod Transport in the Bay of Plenty are looking at...
Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor on the NZ Herald's upcoming 'Rebuilding Better' series and the post-Covid economy
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A 'Rebuilding Better' series will be out in the Herald tomorrow about how New Zealand can rebuild - economically and socially - post Covid-19. The pro...
Adrian Allbon: Jarden's director of equity research on A2 Milk getting approval to sell infant formula in the US
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A2 Milk has finally got the all clear to sell its infant formula in the U.S. It applied for the approval back in May when America announced a nationwi...
Nick Hogendijk: Grocery market specialist on Foodstuffs' adjustment to price changes from suppliers
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Supermarket giant Foodstuffs has put a moratorium on its suppliers, stopping them from changing prices for a minimum of 12 weeks over the Christmas pe...
Nick Hogendijk: Australian retail consultant on woman finding shipping groceries from Australia cheaper than buying in NZ
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A Kiwi woman has discovered it's cheaper to do her food shop via an Australian supermarket online and get it shipped over, rather than doing the food ...
Mike's Minute: Govt's anti-immigration stance will cost us dearly
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Part two of Laurel and Hardy of the New Zealand economy. This time it's Grant Robertson and the Government's immigration policy. The wage numbers were...
Roger Beaumont: Bankers' Association CEO calls on customers to reach out if they're feeling financial stress
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Banks are calling on their customers to reach out if they're feeling financial stress. The Reserve Bank has predicted lending rates and household debt...
Grant Robertson: Finance Minister defends dipping into Covid response fund to financially support Three Waters
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's defending dipping into the Covid response fund to financially support Three Waters reforms. It diverted more than $70 million from th...
Lynda Keene: Tourism Export Council CEO says just because border is open again doesn't mean businesses are out of the woods
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Calls for urgent financial support for the struggling tourism sector. The Government has drawn criticism for their lack of action towards a $54 millio...
Steve Jurkovich: Kiwibank CEO says the housing market has been through a radical shift
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tough times ahead for mortgage holders but they won't have to go it alone. The Reserve Bank has issued a warning about negative equity where people ow...
Gary Rohloff: LayBuy managing director welcomes regulation of the buy now, pay later sector
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A warm welcome for regulation of the buy now, pay later sector. The Government has announced compulsory affordability checks for loans more than $600,...
Nicola Willis: National Finance spokesperson on $70 million diverted from Covid fund to Three Waters
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's being slammed as dishonest after redirecting $70 million of the pandemic response fund, to Three Waters reforms. Official documents s...
Eve Lawrence: Haka Tourism GM on lack of clarity and action from Govt in the sector
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Anger from the tourism industry over the lack of action and clarity from the Government. Back in May, the Government announced a $54 million recovery ...
Mark Gorrie: Norton Managing Director warns Kiwis to be vigilant with online scams
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With Christmas right around the corner, we're being warned to be vigilant with online scams. A worldwide study by cyber security brand Norton shows al...
Gavin Downie: Production and Stage Manager says the music industry has never been more stressful
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The music industry is crying out for gig crew as concerts and festivals are set to be bigger than ever this summer. Industry experts say they're facin...
Cameron Heath: Unilever NZ director on four-day working week trial
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Confidence that the four-day working week is just as beneficial for businesses as it is for their workers. Unilever New Zealand has run a voluntary tr...
Craig Renney: CTU economist says National's proposed tax plan would give peanuts to the working and middle classes
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Council of Trade Unions says National's proposed tax plan would give peanuts to the working and middle classes. It's crunched the numbers based on...
Tony Alexander: Economist says inflation will take some time to come down
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A stark warning that inflation will continue to spark unemployment and wage growth problems for a long time to come. Economists are predicting our une...
Mark Chittick: Horse breeder on Starship rejecting $570,000 donation
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Shock from a horse breeder after Starship Children's Hospital's rejected a donation of more than half a million dollars. After a high-profile race win...
Guy Pope-Mayell: Cookie Time Managing Director thanks the 'Costco effect' for a massive jump in sales
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cookie Time is thanking the 'Costco effect' for a massive jump in sales. The Christchurch-based company is praising the works of the Auckland supersto...
Mike's Minute: If you want to travel, be prepared to pay for it
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Which bit are we surprised about? Air New Zealand tells people to book early because fares are going up. Headlines scream how unhappy we are because f...