Economy
NZ's United Nations History
As Winston Peters heads to the UN, Context looks back at how NZ has shaped the world stage — from Peter Fraser at its founding to peacekeepers in Korea and Timor, and a fiery clash with Israel. Video, Audio
NZ urged to build new trade blocs
BRICS is shifting the weight of global power, and one expert says it may be time New Zealand changes alliances. Audio
Evening business for 17 September 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Consumer confidence remains soggy amid continued cost-of-living crisis
The survey result is notable, because it was conducted just after the Reserve Bank cut interest rates in August.
Midday Business News for Wednesday 17 September 2025
Midday Business News with Jeffery Halley. Audio
Regional economy shows greenshoots of recovery
After a handful of tough years, farmers in Taranaki are getting a bumper payout for dairy and record beef prices. Audio
Eden Park businesses excited for more shows, but Canterbury fears missing out
The government is probing local rules it thinks could be holding Eden Park back, saying it wants to see more big concerts. Audio
Family shoe business selling up after 140 years
After more than 140 years of making traditionally-crafted leather footware, the McKinlay family is looking for someone else to step into their hard-wearing shoes. The Dunedin-based business produces… Audio
Food prices keep crunch on household budgets
Food prices are rising much faster than wages, making it a "slow grind" for households waiting for relief from the cost of living crisis.
Aviation plan fails to cut regional airport costs: Flying school chief executive
The chief executive of a major flying school says there is nothing in the Government's aviation plan that lowers regional airport costs or unlock cost efficiencies. Ardmore Flying School's Irene King… Audio
Tokoroa braces for further job losses as Carter Holt Harvey eyes plant closure
More than 100 more staff are in line to go in Tokoroa at the local plywood manufacturing plant. South Waikato District mayor, Gary Petley, spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Govt will pay if we don't fix 'leaky tap' of KiwiSaver, expert says
It is your money, but here is why you shouldn't touch it.
Real estate industry 'optimistic', new institute boss says
The effect of official cash rate cuts on the housing market could still take some time to flow through, the Real Estate Institute says.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 16 September 2025
In today's episode, the latest RNZ Reid Research poll has the political landscape in a deadlock -- the Labour Party still a nose ahead of National, but neither side able to govern alone; Nine clergy… Audio
Number of hospitality venues increase despite sluggish economy
Despite the sluggish economy, the number of hospitality venues has been increasing. Restaurant Association chief executive Marisa Bidios spoke to Corin Dann Audio
More voters blame struggling economy on coalition than previous govt
The latest RNZ-Reid Research poll also reveals voters are becoming more pessimistic about the direction of the country. Audio
