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Number of disabled people in financial hardship growing, data shows
It's been a tough few years for many households - but people with disabilities have been struggling particularly hard, representatives say.
Uncertain funding, politics hindering development - report
The infrastructure and building sectors want a more reliable pipeline of work, a new survey has found.
How do our 1 percenters compare to the rest of the world?
New Zealand's richest people are worth at least $4.375 million as an individual and $8.727m as a household.
Are there recession-proof jobs?
It's been a difficult time for anyone looking for a job - but if you're looking for a "recession proof" option for the future, employment experts say there are a few roles to consider.
Behind the picket lines
From the Cook Strait ferry strikes to the fiery union battles of the 1970s, New Zealand’s history is written in industrial action. Now, as nurses, teachers and doctors walk off the job, what lessons… Video, Audio
Evening business for Wednesday 1st October
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Government takes softly softly approach to energy reform
Analysis - The government's response to electricity sector reform has been talk of significant changes followed by gradual, piecemeal measures that disappoint many, Gyles Beckford writes.
Timber industry welcomes 10% tariff as a 'bit of relief'
News the US imposed a tariff of 10 percent on imported timber has come as a relief to industry, which expected a higher figure.
Labour slams govt's electricity sector changes
The Labour party has slammed changes to the electricity sector announced on Wednesday as "weak and short-sighted". Labour's Energy spokesperson Megan Woods spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
What makes a New Zealand '1 percenter'
New data shows what you need to be among the country's richest people.
Govt announces plan for challenges facing energy market
The government has announced its plan in response to the challenges facing the energy market. Business editor Gyles Beckford spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Carter Holt Harvey to close Tokoroa plywood plant
More than 100 jobs are set to go, with Carter Holt Harvey closing its plywood manufacturing plant in Tokoroa. Worker Amira Turner spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Class action lawsuit lodged against Hawke's Bay Regional Council
A class action lawsuit is being lodged against Hawke's Bay Regional Council this week, alleging incompetence led to 400 properties and businesses flooding in Wairoa last year. Tairawhiti Hawke's Bay… Audio
Major Electricity Users' Group on govt's response to challenges in the energy market
The government will release its long-awaited response to challenges in the energy market on Wednesday morning. Major Electricity Users' Group Chair John Harbord spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
