Economy
When more money doesn't mean more nice things
The language of the Budget sometimes takes a professional to decode. A look at what's real, and what's nominal. Audio
A boost for brewers
Some good news to come out of President Trump's tariff wars - local brewers like Taranaki's Three Sisters - are reporting an increase in beer sales to China. Why are our brews so popular? Audio
Strong Chinese demand pushes global EV sales
The International Energy Agency expects EV sales will reach 40 percent by 2030.
Evening business for 15 May 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
NZX boss says regulations changes will attract more local businesses
Changes to market regulations making prospective financial information (PFI) optional will make it a much more attractive option for local businesses, says its head.
Food prices rise at fastest rate in more than a year
The price of butter increased 65 percent, cheese was up 24 percent, and milk 15 percent.
Falling interest saving home loan borrowers $2.2b, bank says
BNZ says falling interest rates will put $2.2 billion dollars into the pockets of New Zealanders with mortgages over the six months to a year. Audio
House prices fall as sellers get reality check
Sellers are increasingly willing to meet the market to get their properties sold, the Real Estate Institute says.
Water rates triple for Central Hawke's Bay residents
Angry Central Hawke's Bay residents are wondering how they're going to pay for a tripling in their water rates. Hawke's Bay reporter Alexa Cook has the story. Audio
Free GP visits and new taxes in Greens' alternative budget
The Green Party's budget plan has been called 'Marxist' by NZ First Leader Winston Peters and 'clown show economics' by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick spoke to… Audio
Early Business News for 15 May 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Growth a key concern for businesses - survey
It's the first time the issue has emerged as a priority and signals that businesses are starting to look ahead after a tough few years.
The confusing blitz of the pay equity bill
The government's shock and awe approach to changing the legislation has fanned the flames of anger.
Poor political strategy fans pay equity fury
The government's lightning blitz on pay equity claims has left whole sectors devastated, and the public confused about what just happened. Audio
The Panel with Paula Penfold & Phil O'Reilly (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Paula Penfold & Phil O'Reilly. The three of them discuss: the governments use of urgency for the Equal Pay Amendment Bill, the history of… Audio
The Panel with Paula Penfold & Phil O'Reilly (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Paula Penfold & Phil O'Reilly. The three of them discuss: a lack of funding for hospice care. Plus, do we need to re -think how we provide… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 13 May 2025
In today's episode, RNZ understands pornography found on the work computer of former deputy commissioner of police, Jevon McSkimming, is being investigated as alleged objectionable material, New… Audio
