Economy
Locals say Queenstown is suffering from overtourism
Otago Regional Councillor Councillor Alexa Forbes says Queenstown is suffering from overtourism. Forbes spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Steel and Tube reports loss after drop in revenue
Steel and Tube said the fall in revenue was driven by a fall in volumes and aggressive price competition.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 25 August 2025
In today's episode, house prices remain stuck despite lower interest rates giving first-home buyers a win, while leaving property owners gnashing their teeth; Thousands of people are opting to pay for… Audio
Costs mount in paid-off homes, leaving retirees struggling
Some are still paying almost $800 a month, a look at the cost of living shows. Audio
PM Luxon on falling house prices
House prices remain stuck despite lower interest rates giving first-home buyers a win, while leaving property owners gnashing their teeth. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Treasury has a great cost-benefit calculator for big-spending projects - we just need to use it better
Analysis: What is the true value of a policy project? For governments tasked with improving citizens' lives while spending taxpayers' money responsibly, this is no mere academic question. It lies at…
Are websites like Fishpond the answer for cheaper groceries?
Consumer NZ warns many still prefer a one-stop shop for all their shopping needs, rather than shop around.
Kiwibank unlikely to reshape market, even with $500m boost - analyst
Victoria University associate professor Martien Lubberink says banking report confirms stable market controlled by 'big four'.
Banking inquiry acknowledges it's no silver bullet for competition
The big four banks' focus on lower-risk activities like retail banking would usually see lower returns, but they actually had higher profitability than international peers, it found.
Midday Report Essentials for 22 August 2025
In today's episode, Emergency Services will now be able to locate people via their cell phones, even if they have not called 111 themselves; The Women's Rugby World Cup is set to start on Saturday… Audio
What will Fonterra's sale mean for New Zealanders?
Fonterra has agreed to sell its consumer businesses to French multinational dairy company Lactalis - the world's largest dairy outfit. The proposed $3.8 billion sale still requires approval from… Audio
Timber Industry Federation on Carter Holt Harvey plans to close Eves Valley sawmill
Carter Holt Harvey is planning to shut down the Eves Valley sawmill near Nelson, with 142 jobs on the line. New Zealand Timber Industry Federation executive director Jeff Ilott spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Auckland vet receives over 400 applicants for role
Landing a job at the moment is tough, and a vet on Auckland's North Shore has shared a staggering example of how many people are out there competing for the jobs on offer. Onewa Road Veterinary… Audio
Timber industry battening down the hatches
Carter Holt Harvey is planning to shut its Eves Valley sawmill and focusing on Kawerau, with 142 jobs affected.
Evening business for 21 August 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 21st August 2025
In today's episode, the Reserve Bank cut the Official Cash Rate by 25 basis points on Wednesday, as expected; Plane spotters lined the streets of outside Whenuapai air base last night to watch the… Audio
