Business
Newly qualified tradie at 56 years of age
Most people recovering from an illness as serious as breast cancer would probably take it easy and do as little as possible - but not Nelson woman Wendy Ramsay. At 56, Wendy has just become a… Audio
Solar energy company Lodestone raises $50m, not ready for public listing
Fast-growing solar power company Lodestone Energy says a public listing could be on the cards in the future, but it is not ready yet.
Tauranga councillor on price of air fares from city
A Tauranga councillor says lack of airline competition in the region has been an issue for years and domestic prices are a big concern for residents. Papamoa Ward Councillor Steve Morris spoke to… Audio
Markets Update for 23 April 2025
A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio
Medicinal cannabis producers veer away from local market for export
New Zealand's medicinal cannabis sector is warning that "onerous" regulations around production are restricting the local sector, while international players flood the market.
Business News for 23 April 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Early Business News for 23 April 2025
A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio
Upset in the infant formula industry
A $2 billion industry faces new rules to protect new parents - and it's pushing back.
The fuss over new infant formula rules
A two billion dollar industry faces new rules to protect new parents - and it's pushing back Audio
Local game developers call for more tax relief to stay in New Zealand
The gaming industry is aiming for $1b in export revenue by 2028.
'Bugger off': Mayor's harsh words for West Coast coal mine protesters
Grey District Mayor Tania Gibson said the government's fast-tracking process for mining was good for the region.
Evening business for 22 April 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
US stocks drop amid Trump's tirade against Fed chair
Trump's tariffs have roiled financial markets in recent weeks and remain a big concern for investors. Audio
Investors flee to gold amid US turmoil
Gold prices are on a record-breaking streak as the US dollar continues to weaken against most major currencies.
'It's cheaper to go to the States than Wellington'
A man says it's "tone deaf" for Air New Zealand to be showing off its new uniforms at a time of high airfares. Audio
Hotel room rates rise as visitor numbers rebound
Tourist hotspots are seeing a rise in hotel room rates with international visitor numbers back to 86 percent of pre-Covid levels.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 22 April 2025
In today's episode, the Prime Minister joins us from London to talk about Pope Francis death and the PM's meeting with King Charles, mourners are gathered at St. Peters Square in Rome and Catholic… Audio
Markets Update for 22 April 2025
A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio
