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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Warren Gatland leaving Wales coaching role

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Warren Gatland has left his role as Wales head coach by 'mutual agreement' after a record run of 14 straight Test defeats, the Welsh Rugby Union annou...

Paul Goldsmith: Media and Communications Minister on the possibility of cutting funding for NZ on Air and the Film Commission

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Media and Communications Minister says cutting funding for NZ on Air and the Film Commission isn't on the table.  The Government is asking fo...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the UK Government's crackdown on illegal immigrants

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Over in the UK, the Government has launched a crackdown on illegal immigrants. The Labour-led Government has revealed that since they came to power, t...

Brad Olsen: Infometics Principal Economist outlines economic predictions for 2025

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister has copped some backlash over the state of the economy during his morning media round. This follows two disappointing showings for ...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host recaps sitting in on Question Time

11 Feb 2025

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The Country's Jamie Mackay took a trip up to the Big Smoke - and got to sit in on a memorable parliamentary session. Both Luxon and Hipkins got some j...

The Huddle: Does Kāinga Ora need to be tougher?

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland Councillor Richard Hills and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union joined in on a discussion about the following i...

Edward Miller: Centre for International Corporate Tax Accountability and Research expert reveals how much tax Netflix pays in NZ

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Questions have been raised over how much tax Netflix is currently paying in New Zealand. Research indicates there are over 1.3 million Netflix users i...

Full Show Podcast: 11 February 2025

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 13 November 2024, Kainga Ora boss Matt Crockett tells Ryan Bridge the state housi...

Shane Wilson: mill general manager on the Tai Rāwhiti mill reopening under Australian management

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Tai Rāwhiti mill that ran for 30 years before it was shut down in late 2023 is set to re-open in the coming months, with new Australian owners. A...

Todd McClay: Trade Minister outlines the costs of Trump's tariffs for New Zealand

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Trade Minister is laying bare the cost of Donald Trump's tariffs for New Zealand.  The US President is imposing 25 percent tariffs for all st...

Cameron Bagrie: independent economist on whether New Zealand's Superannuation needs to be reformed

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An economist says New Zealand needs to have a tough conversation about superannuation. Finance Minister Nicola Willis yesterday told Newstalk ZB the s...

David Moffett: former NZ Rugby chief executive on the organisation taking legal action against Ineos

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One of New Zealand Rugby's major sponsors has found itself offside with the national body. In a recent statement, NZR has confirmed they're launching ...

Matt Crockett: Kāinga Ora chief executive on the company's new approach to tackling rent debt

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kāinga Ora's hoping more tenants will stay on top of rent after it's written off debts.  It's announced a tougher stance on rental debt - and wi...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Hipkins and Luxon clashing in the House

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It was Chris versus Chris in the House this afternoon, as Hipkins went toe-to-toe with Luxon in the House today The Prime Minister drew first blood in...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on whether Trump will grant Australia an exemption from latest tariffs

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's uncertainty whether or not Australia will get off scot-free from Donald Trump's latest tariffs. The US President is imposing 25 percent tariff...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the Hurricanes naming four captains for 2025 Super Rugby season

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hurricanes coach Clark Laidlaw believes a new 'quartet' captaincy model reflects the selection tussles ahead for the Super Rugby side. 2024 skipper Br...

Winston Peters: NZ First leader addresses new bill designed to repeal 2021 fluoridation law

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

NZ First's Winston Peters is determined to give Kiwis the right to choose as part of a new bill. The Party has introduced a member's bill that aims to...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the Labour MPs facing consequences over WhatsApp group comments

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Over in the UK, a second Labour MP has apologised for comments made in a WhatsApp chat after Andrew Gwynne was dismissed over comments he sent to...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on the possibility of more Trump tariffs

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

US President Donald Trump has signalled an incoming announcement of 25 percent tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports into the US.  Trump als...

Michelle Isemonger: loan market advisor on the backlog impacting loan requests

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Banks are clearing a backlog of lending requests after 'unacceptable' delays of up to five weeks, which caused stress for borrowers before Christmas. ...

The Huddle: Should we be worried about another Labour term?

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Josie Pagani from Child Fund joined in on a discussion about the following issues of t...

Full Show Podcast: 10 February 2025

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 10 February 2025, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop talks about the 100 global ...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister unbothered by underwhelming poll result for the coalition

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Two new polls show a shift in the political mood - but National's Nicola Willis isn't too worried about these results. Both the Taxpayers' Union-Curia...

Chris Hipkins: Labour leader cautiously optimistic off the back of new poll results

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Labour is cautiously optimistic a new poll might spell trouble for the coalition. The Taxpayers' Union-Curia poll earlier today showed it could not fo...

Chris Bishop: Infrastructure Minister on the growing demand to invest in New Zealand's projects and industries

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government could be willing to let more foreign investors into a summit it announced today, as demand exceeds spaces. The Prime Minister's announc...

Jem Aswad: Variety executive music editor reviews the Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fresh off the back of a successful Grammy Awards sweep, rapper Kendrick Lamar played his Super Bowl half time show today. Lamar's performance happened...

David Seymour: ACT leader defends attempt to drive Land Rover up Parliament's steps

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

David Seymour is playing down criticism after he drove a 77-year-old Land Rover up the front steps of Parliament.  Parliamentary security stopped...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Prime Minister Chris Luxon unveiling investor summit

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government has unveiled its first quarterly action plan for 2025, with a focus on growth and expanding the economy. A two-day international invest...

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Anthony Albanese underperforming in the weekend by-election

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Victorian voters in the outer-western suburban state seat of Werribee have voiced their feedback in this weekend's by-election - and they're not too h...

Anna Powles: Massey University associate professor of security studies on the state of New Zealand's relationship with the Pacific nations

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Concerns have been rising about a possible diplomatic row between New Zealand and the Cook Islands. A couple of weeks ago, Foreign Minister Winston Pe...

Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the Philadelphia Eagles winning the Super Bowl LIX

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Philadelphia Eagles have dashed the Kansas City Chiefs' hopes of a three-peat, with a dominant 40-22 win. Quarterback Jalen Hurts scored three tou...

Full Show Podcast: 07 February 2025

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 7 February 2025, Health New Zealand Chief Executive Margie Apa calls it quits befo...

Callum Mallett: Fletcher Building handing over Sky City rebuild

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sky City says a February opening date for its International Convention Centre is prudent.  The Centre was initially planned to open in 2020, but ...

Cam Mitchell: 1,500m race to be replaced with Commonwealth Mile

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Medal events for the 2026 Commonwealth Games have been announced - and there's a surprising change to a popular race.  The 1,500 metre race will ...

Lance Burdett: Man fatally hit three times on motorway

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Three drivers who fatally hit a man walking on Auckland's South-Western Motorway are being urged to come forward.  Not one stopped, despite strik...

Ian Powell: Control style of Health NZ makes CEO position ineffective

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Relationship issues and organisational structure are thought to be contributing factors to Health NZ CEO Margie Apa's resignation.  She's left th...

Wayne Mapp: Concerns low ammunition will impact Defence Force training

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

BussinessDesk reports sources say supply issues meant the country got down to its last 50 rounds of artillery ammunition. NZDF is adamant it has the s...

Francesca Rudkin: We owe our first responders as much support as possible

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week another police officer was struck by a vehicle, this time in Huntly. The officer suffered moderate injuries.  It comes after the horrib...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the death toll from Swedish school shooting

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A mass shooting in Sweden has left 11 dead, with many more still in hospital after the attack. A gunman opened fire at an adult education centre in th...

Stephanie Batchelor: Milford Asset Management expert unpacks Google's financial results

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alphabet, the parent company of Google, has reported its latest financial earnings - and the investors aren't thrilled. Shares reportedly dropped 7 pe...

Irene King: aviation commentator on Air New Zealand's plans to build a new luxury lounge

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Air New Zealand has confirmed it is looking into developing a new luxury lounge for frequent flyers. The airline is staying tight-lipped about what th...

The Huddle: Does the Koru lounge need upgrading?

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the...

Full Show Podcast: 05 February 2025

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 5 February 2025, Donald Trump says the US is going to take over Gaza after meet...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on whether we can expect changes to corporate tax rates

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government is talking up the fact it’s exploring ways of making the tax system more business-friendly, with details of potential changes to be u...

Paul Duignan: AI commentator and psychologist on whether New Zealand should ban DeepSeek

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

DeepSeek, the new Chinese AI-powered chatbot platform that made headlines all over the world, will be banned from Australian Government devices after ...

Gregor Paul: NZ Herald rugby writer unpacks TJ Perenara's protest message and how it divided the team

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

TJ Perenara's infamous haka that divided the nation also ended up dividing the team, according to new reports. The speech in te reo before the test ag...

David Seymour: ACT Party leader responds to behaviour from Waitangi Day protesters

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

ACT's leader doesn't want the Waitangi Trust to face financial repercussions following an intense day at the Treaty grounds. New Zealand First MP Shan...

Jarrod Kerr: Kiwibank chief economist says the Reserve Bank needs to help boost recovery following latest unemployment data

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kiwibank says the latest unemployment figures are ugly, but in line with expectations.  The unemployment rate rose to 5.1 percent in the December...

Robert Patman: Otago University Professor for International Relations on the implications of Donald Trump's plan for Gaza

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Donald Trump's suggestion he could take over Gaza casts a shadow on hopes for a two-state solution.  The President said today Palestinians could ...

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Shane Jones threatening to stop funding for the Waitangi National Trust

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand First MP Shane Jones is threatening to withhold Waitangi funding, over recent actions at the commemorations. Protesters turned their backs...

Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Donald Trump's bid to 'take over' Gaza

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's disbelief and criticism over comments on the Middle East by the US President. Donald Trump's suggested Palestinians should leave Gaza for Jord...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on new reports revealing TJ Perenara blindsided the team with protest haka

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The hoo-ha over TJ Perenara's message before leading the All Blacks final haka last year has erupted again. His speech in te reo before the test again...

Geoff Chase: Canterbury University professor on the new evidence disputing Lucy Letby murder case

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

High insulin levels in babies - used to convict UK nurse Lucy Letby - could have occurred naturally.  A jury found the 35-year-old guilty of the ...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Nigel Farage's Reform Party leading in a UK poll for the first time

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nigel Farage's right-wing Reform UK Party overtook the Labour Party to become the country's most popular political party in a new YouGov poll. The pol...

Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on whether Australia's OCR will be adjusted in February

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Australia has kept their official cash rate on hold for an entire year - but one expert believes that's likely to change. The nation has been committe...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host outline predictions for February GDT auction

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Experts are hoping for a good result ahead of tonight's GDT auction. Jarden economists are expecting a 4 to 5 percent lift - off the back of a solid a...

Full Show Podcast: 04 February 2025

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 4 February 2025, Kainga Ora has got a turnaround plan, and it involves selling of...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on Treasury's latest warning to the Government

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Treasury has warned the Government that 'significant reforms' or 'reductions to public services' will be needed in the not-too-distant future if it st...

The Huddle: Will these new changes help Kāinga Ora?

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute and former Health NZ chair Rob Campbell joined in on a discussion about the following issues of...

Claire Matthews: Massey University banking expert on the Government critiquing the banks' withdrawal of lending to petrol stations

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister has taken aim at the chief executives of New Zealand’s largest banks saying it was 'utterly unacceptable' that some were withdraw...

Jack Mesley: Super Rugby Pacific CEO on the organisation introducing a Player of the Year award for the 2025 season

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's optimism from the head of Super Rugby Pacific that players and coaches will stay genuine with their votes for the competition's new award. The...

Ben McNulty: Wellington City Councillor reveals rates bill unlikely to change as housing valuations dip

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wellington housing valuations have taken a dive, with no suburb unscathed.  QV valuations show house values have fallen 24.4 percent since 2021, ...

Robin Oliver: OliverShaw Tax Partner on the Government hinting towards changes to corporate tax settings

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand could have one of the least competitive corporation tax rates - but that could change by May. The Prime Minister has hinted this year's Bu...

Simon Moutter: Kāinga Ora chair on the plan to turn the state housing agency around

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kāinga Ora is focused on bringing down its building costs going forward. The Government is taking aim at its pricing - saying it is refocusing the st...

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Peters' meeting with the Mexican ambassador

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mexico's ambassador met with Winston Peters at Waitangi today following last week's infamous comments made by Shane Jones. The NZ First MP made headli...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on NSW transport minister Jo Haylen using taxpayer-funded ministerial car for personal trips

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jo Haylen has quit as the New South Wales transport minister after it was revealed she used a ministerial car for personal purposes. It recently emerg...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Super Rugby Pacific introducing a Player of the Year award

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Super Rugby Pacific chief executive Jack Mesley feels they've landed on the best possible format for the competition's new Player of the Year award. C...

Simon Watts: Climate Minister confirms commitment to targets amid Paris Agreement discussion

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Climate Minister is reiterating support for climate targets. Act leader David Seymour's suggested New Zealand could pull out of the Paris Climate ...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Luis Rubiales going on trial over World Cup kiss

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The former president of Spain's football federation, Luis Rubiales, is set to go on trial later today. Rubiales stands accused of sexual assault for k...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on the market response to new Trump tariffs

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

President Donald Trump is set to impose new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China - and the markets took a tumble overnight. Canada and Mexico are facin...

Scott Brown: former US ambassador to New Zealand on how the nation can respond to Trump tariffs

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One expert believes the US could potentially establish a Free Trade Agreement with New Zealand. Donald Trump is set to meet with the leaders of Canada...

The Huddle: Are Luxon's Waitangi Day plans a cowardly way out?

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Josie Pagani from Child Fund joined in on a discussion about the following issues of t...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister hints at upcoming update into procuring new ferries

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

More details could be coming this week about the procuring company for the Interislander ferries. In December last year, the Government announced it w...

Full Show Podcast: 03 February 2025

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 3 February 2025, Trade Minister Todd McClay speaks to Ryan Bridge as fears of a US...

Sean Mandell: LA entertainment correspondent recaps the highs and lows of the 2025 Grammys

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The 67th Grammy Awards took place today - and plenty of the biggest names in music got to take home some awards and accolades. Chappell Roan won the G...

Brent Barrett: Palmerston North City Councillor stands by proposed fizzy drink ban at sports grounds

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One councillor's standing by a proposed fizzy drink ban, despite community pushback. Palmerston North City Council has proposed to include Central Ene...

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Prime Minister Chris Luxon's plans for Waitangi Day

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister's revealed he'll be spending this year's Waitangi Day in the South Island.  Chris Luxon is not visiting the Treaty Grounds thi...

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the floods raging through Queensland

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Northern Queensland floods are yet to reach predicted levels.  Parts of the north-east have had about a metre of rain since Friday, and a woman d...

Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the NFL expanding games over to Melbourne

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Melbourne is closing in on securing a NFL regular season game in 2026. The Herald Sun reports that Melbourne has beaten Sydney to the race to win host...

Vanessa Horne: Commerce Commission General Manager of Competition, Fair Trading and Credit on Bed, Bath & Beyond being fined for selling unsafe products

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bed, Bath & Beyond has been fined $230,000 for selling more than 27,000 products without proper labelling or instructions. The company sold 3700 s...

Todd McClay: Trade Minister warns Donald Trump's tariffs likely to have an impact on Kiwi businesses

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's Trade Minister isn't speaking out against Donald Trump's tariffs just yet, but admits they'll impact Kiwi businesses. The US President h...

Kate Ross: Swivel Careers founder on the rise in teenagers struggling to find work

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's belief the job market is tougher for teens without any experience than ever before. Hawke's Bay local Kaitlin Elsworth has spent two years sea...

Full Show Podcast: 31 January 2025

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 31 January. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every w...

Gail Downey: UK Correspondent on the new criminal offence for people smuggling, and retail crime on the rise

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

People smuggling is seeing a crackdown in the UK after roughly 37,000 people crossed the Channel in small boats last year.  The new criminal offe...

Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on DeepSeek

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Chinese company DeepSeek is shedding light on the nations censorship and information control, and causing mass interest in doing so. Asia Business Cor...

Jos Ruffell: Garage Project co-owner on smaller excise tax to support the brewery industry

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A new report has found that beer makes up almost 1% of our country's GDP. Brewing accounted for $3.6 billion of our GDP last year and 1.3% of the...

Sports Huddle: Nicky Styris & Andrew Gourdie on protesting in sports, Moana Pasifika's goals, Auckland FC and the new Warriors captain

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sports Journalist Nicky Styris and Sports Commentator Andrew Gourdie on the Huddle.  Who will the new Warriors captain be? The Huddle throws Mitc...

Paul Harvey: Compass Managing Director on the delay of school lunches again

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An oven issue is responsible for delaying school lunches across Auckland today.  It is another blow for the scheme that saw principals likening t...

Alison Paul: OceanaGold Senior Vice President on Shane Jones mining ambitions

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Resources Minister Shane Jones wants to double mining exports by 2035, claiming it will let the country reach three billion dollars in mineral exports...

Simeon Brown: Health Minister on the Dunedin Hospital downscale

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Simeon Brown has confirmed plans for Dunedin's new hospital, unveiling details of the project, which will cost 1.88 billion dollars to complete. The l...

Jason Walls: Political Editor on the school lunches critique, and what Simeon Brown has done with Dunedin Hospital

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The quality of school lunches is the talk of the town after lacklustre images have circulated of the meals.  In day 4 of the scheme, Labour's Edu...

Logan Church: US Correspondent on the Washington DC plane crash,

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

More than 40 bodies have been pulled from the wreckage after last nights plane crash in Washington DC.  US Correspondent Logan Church said Air Tr...

Jason Pine: Sports Contributor on Auckland FC sitting top the league, and Super Rugby pre matches underway this weekend

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Pre-season matches are underway in Super Rugby this weekend for all six New Zealand-based sides.  What has led to Auckland FC sitting at the top ...

Fleur Fitzsimons: PSA Acting National Secretary on public service workers working from home on Fridays

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Almost half of New Zealand's public servants are working from home one day a week, according to data released by The Public Service Commission.  ...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Bristol potentially cutting down black bin collections to once a month

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bristol could potentially become the first major city in England to cut their black waste bin collections down to once per month. The Green Party-led ...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the ongoing volatility in the tech market

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's been plenty of volatility in the tech market this week off the back of the recent DeepSeek fiasco. Despite things picking up after this week's...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Kāinga Ora reversing its decision on wool carpets

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kāinga Ora has announced it will allow wool carpet providers the chance to tender for supply of carpet and underlay in its homes. The agency has spen...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on the US Federal Reserve leaving rates on hold

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The US Federal Reserve has left its benchmark interest rate unchanged, due to stubbornly high inflation. US President Donald Trump has voiced his disa...

The Huddle: What's going on in Parliament this week?

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, broadcaster Mark Sainsbury and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more...

Henry Russell: ANZ economist on the US overtaking Australia as New Zealand's second-biggest export market

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Growing demand for burger meat has super-charged New Zealand's exports to the United States. The US has recently overtaken Australia as New Zealand’...