Morning Report

An economist says global volatility will be one of the key things that may upset consumer confidence. Audio

The resins manufacturer and takeover target, Nuplex, is expecting earnings growth will come from Asia offsetting the impact of low oil prices on its Middle East performance. Audio

Steel goods and building products manufacturer, Steel and Tube, is looking to a levelling out in the slump in steel prices and strength in the local construction sector to help bolster growth and… Read more Audio

The country's biggest export port - the Port of Tauranga - says it expects that next year will deliver a meaningful lift in earnings as it reaps the benefit of dredging the port to accommodate bigger… Read more Audio

Telecommunications company Spark says it's ready to take on whatever curve ball the fast changing digital economy throws its way, on the look-out for opportunities that keep it ahead of the pack. Audio

The Government now has the power to sell thousands of state homes to community housing groups. Audio

More than 10 fire crews have spent the night battling a large forest fire in North Canterbury. Audio

There's no sign yet of any major congestion on Auckland roads. Audio

News from the rural and farming sector. Audio

Another of the market heavyweights has reported. The telecommunications and digital services company, Spark, has delivered a solid first half net profit, with revenue growth from its mobile and IT… Read more Audio

The Ministry of Social Development has admitted it can't meet the current demand for social housing in Whangarei. Audio

Pope Francis says U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is "not Christian" because of his views on immigration. Audio