Paul Clark
Solar to play a key role in transition away from gas: Report
The country's facing a gas crisis, with more and more businesses struggling to access supply, or struggling to afford it. Westpac Industry Economist Paul Clark spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
NZ wine industry under pressure
The New Zealand wine industry is among those that could be hard hit by the 15% US tariffs, particularly the sauvignon blanc producing region of Marlborough. Audio
Sustainable marine sector could boost economy: Report
A new report says a more sustainable marine sector has the potential to power New Zealand's export growth, boosting our economy by an additional $4 billion annually. Westpac industry economist Paul… Audio
Midnight Oil doco: ‘Pub rock was a rebellion of a generation’
As part of the NZ International Film Festival a documentary traces the 45-year journey of the Australian pub rock band, Midnight Oil. Paul Clark, the director, talks to Charlotte Ryan about how 'The… Audio
Westpac report calls for break-up of supermarket duopoly
A just-released Westpac report is calling for New Zealand's supermarket duopoly to be broken up.
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Grocery prices soared 12.5 percent… Audio
Westpac tells wholesalers to embrace new technology
Westpac is telling wholesalers to embrace new technologies and meet rising customer expectations if they want to thrive in a one hundred and thirty eight -billion-dollar $138bn industry. Research… Audio
Covid-19: Not everyone thrilled by MIQ shorter stays
More than 2000 travellers have had a shorter stay in MIQ under new rules and are now isolating at home.
International arrivals only have to stay a minimum of seven days in managed isolation, rather… Audio
Scarce details for returnees on MIQ hotel exodus
A mass departure from MIQ hotels starts on Sunday, as new rules for international arrivals shorten the stay to seven days followed by a three day isolation at home.
MIQ officials say each person will… Audio
Midday Business News for 28 September 2021
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Covid-19 recovery well underway for rural regions
New analysis from one of the country's largest banks shows the New Zealand's economic recovery is well underway, after a year disrupted by pandemic lockdowns, and border closures.
Westpac's Regional… Audio
Technology could displace chemical products industry
Fast changing technology could displace traditional importers and distributors of chemicals for the manufacturing sector. Audio
Business News for 5 February 2020
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Technology threatens NZ's mineral manufacturing sector
Changes in the way metal products are made and consumed could force a number of smaller manufacturers out of business. Audio
Business News for 8 October 2019
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Early Business News for 8 October 2019
A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio
National MP on why the gun buy-back scheme is flawed
National MP for Rangitikei Ian McKelvie sits on the Finance and Expenditure Select Committee overseeing the gun reforms. He told our producer Bridget Burke the gun buy-back scheme is flawed. Audio
Ammunition supplier warns of ‘revolution’ over gun buy-back scheme
Leading ammunition supplier Paul Clark is warning a "revolution" could be the only option for gun owners if the courts do not side with them over the government buy back scheme. He spoke with Lisa… Video, Audio
Softer economy mixed blessing for rental companies
A softer economy could be a mixed blessing for companies which specalise in renting and leasing products. Audio
