Catherine Beard
Private sector says govt luring workers away from busine
Government agencies are expanding rapidly, raising fears the public sector is sucking workers away from private businesses with big money offers.
Updates from 18 departments and ministries reveal… Audio
NZ exporters welcome China trade upgrade
Exporters are rejoicing after the government announced an upgrade to New Zealand's free trade agreement with China.
The deal will allow faster access to Chinese markets for New Zealand goods and a… Audio
Mood of the boardroom down
The annual Mood of the Boardroom survey conducted by The New Herald has found optimism at its lowest in 19 years. The Panel speaks to Catherine Beard Executive Director, ExportNZ & ManufacturingNZ of… Audio
Travel bans cause dismay and uncertainty, markets plunge
There's massive uncertainty in the travel and export sectors due to Covid-19, amid the escalating lock downs in Europe and the United States, and with new travel restrictions on the cards for New… Audio
Exporters remain upbeat, unaffected by US-China trade dispute
Local exporters remain upbeat and appear to have escaped relatively unscathed from the US-China trade dispute, according to a new survey. Audio
Govt not replacing trade commissioner to India's capital
The country's trade representation in India is being reduced. Trade and Enterprise has confirmed it won't replace India's trade commissioner, Jane Cunliffe, when her posting to New Delhi ends in… Audio
Iran sanctions to hit NZ exporters
A local industry group says the news is worrying for New Zealand companies doing business with Iran. Audio
Exporter survey shows growing confidence
As New Zealand negotiates its way around a brand new Trans-Pacific Partnership deal, a new survey suggests growing optimism amongst exporters. The 2017 ExportNZ DHL Export Barometer published on… Audio
Ardern takes first step on world stage at APEC
The Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern, is on the world stage for the first time this weekend, when she joins leaders in the Asia-Pacific region to discuss trade and security. Ms Ardern leaves for APEC in… Audio
Exporters' wishlist throws weight behind free trade deals
Exporters and manufacturers have thrown their weight behind free trade deals on a wishlist for this year's election. Audio
Iran offers kiwi exporters potential
The lifting of economic sanctions on Iran could open up a significant new market for New Zealands' exporters. Audio
Government's blamed for running out of ideas on job front
New Zealand's unemployment rate hit 6 per cent yesterday with economists warning it will head higher still in coming months. Audio
Export NZ sets sites on Europe following TPP agreement
Export New Zealand says it's setting its sights on access to European markets now that New Zealand has secured a free trade agreement with its Pacific partners. Audio
ExportNZ says TPP opens access to important markets
Export New Zealand says the Trans Pacific Partnership gives manufacturers, producers and the service sector equal access to huge international markets with high value consumers, allowing them to… Audio
Exporters more cheerful but still stumbling over trade barriers
Exporters are feeling more cheerful and optimistic about the future, with expectations of improved orders and higher profits over the next 12 months according to a new survey by ExportNZ. Audio
Manufacturers make the most of a high NZD
The manufacturing sector is making the best of a high New Zealand dollar by ramping up investment in imported plant and materials. Audio
Manufacturing sector continues to hum: 30 months of expansion
The manufacturing sector continues to show solid expansion, although it's slowed down a bit from February. Audio
Exporters squeezed as biggest export market weakens
As the New Zealand dollar edges towards parity with the Australian, exporters are continuing to feel the squeeze. Audio
Manufacturing confidence keeps growing
Manufacturing activity is at its highest since July last year according to a leading measure of confidence in the sector. Audio
Manufacturing activity rises to strongest level in five months
Manufacturing activity rose in August, to its strongest level in five months. Audio
