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Firms hire more but wage growth muted
Firms are continuing to hire more people, pushing the unemployment rate down to its lowest level in 4½ years. But wage growth remains modest. Audio
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Job figures make rate rise more likely
Bank of New Zealand chief economist Tony Alexander says strong labour market figures published on Wednesday make it even more likely the Reserve Bank will raise interest rates.
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Downer upbeat on NZ arm
The New Zealand arm of Downer EDI says it's about two years away from completing its part of the Christchurch rebuild. Downer also says it's expects to pay more in wages this year.
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NZ arm stars for Downer EDI
The New Zealand arm of Downer EDI was the shining light of the company's first half.
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Last of 35,000 chemical toilets removed
The last of the 35,000 chemical toilets issued in Christchurch after the 2011 earthquakes has been removed.
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Growth forecast warning sounded
First NZ Capital economist Chris Green is warning people to be aware of the underlying drivers behind some of the latest economic growth forecasts.
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Auckland construction builds growth
Auckland Council says construction in Auckland looks set to join the Christchurch rebuild as a major contributor to New Zealand's economic growth this year.
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Log exports continue to boom
The boom in log exports is continuing, with the price for some logs setting new records.
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Hidden peril in insurance change
A Hamilton quantity surveyor says many New Zealanders are badly undervaluing their homes against loss following changes in housing insurance.
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Christchurch assets sale mooted
The Christchurch City Council is reviewing its assets and has acknowledged that selling some is one option to help pay for its share to rebuild the earthquake-hit city. Audio
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Christchurch City Council to review its assets
Audio 24 Jan 2014In a turnaround from last year, the new-look Christchurch City Council has ordered a review of its assets with an eye to possibly selling some. The council has nearly reached its borrowing limit and… Audio
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Manufacturing continues to expand
The manufacturing sector expanded for a 15th consecutive month in December, a new survey indicates.
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Transcript of John Key's speech
A transcript of Prime Minister John Key's address to the West Auckland Business Club, January 23, 2014.
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Christchurch's Re:START mall faces an uncertain future
Audio 23 Jan 2014Christchurch's colourful container mall faces an uncertain future with developers poised to repossess the land it currently sits on, so they can start rebuilding permanent structures. Audio
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Work begins on key projects in rebuild
Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee says he expects a high level of confidence in the Christchurch rebuild this year as work begins on key anchor projects.
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Christchurch on track for rebuild with precinct
Audio 22 Jan 2014The Government is staying upbeat about the Christchurch rebuild despite reports of a landowner pulling out of a 100-million dollar development in the city centre. Audio
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House values to assume repairs done
Christchurch homes are to be revalued by the Christchurch City Council as if they have had all earthquake repairs completed.
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NZ dollar may pass Australian, says HSBC Bank
New Zealand has begun an economic boom that could drive its currency past Australia's for the first time in four decades, says HSBC Bank Australia.
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Flooding of coastal suburbs predicted
A report on rising sea levels is urging the Christchurch City Council to prepare the South Island city for the prospect of some of its coastal areas being under water within 100 years.
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Law change plan for migrant workers
Immigration Minister Michael Woodhouse says the Government is working on legislation that will make the exploitation of legal migrant workers a criminal matter rather than a civil one. Audio
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Claims of migrants being exploited in Christchurch
Audio 6 Jan 2014The First Union says Filipino immigrants working on the Canterbury rebuild are being exploited by local employers who are making them work weekends for free and aren't paying them for months at a… Audio
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Outspoken for 1 January 2014: Christchurch
Audio 1 Jan 2014Who's having all the say in the rebuilding of Christchurch? Are the people being listened to? Belinda McCammon is joined by the chief executive of Canterbury Employers Chamber of Commerce, Peter… Audio
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Art Beat and Art Box
Audio 22 Dec 2013Two projects have combined forces to bring artists back into the centre of Christchurch. Art Beat is a three month music, performance, exhibition and graffiti art initiative at Re:START in Cashel… Audio
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Fewer job adverts but market stronger
Fewer jobs were advertised in November but the long-term trend shows the labour market is still strengthening. Audio
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Chamber tells council to sell assets for rebuild
The Christchurch City Council should sell some assets to meet the shortfall highlighted in a new interim report into its finances, the Canterbury Employers Chamber of Commerce says. Audio
