Economy
$1b Budget cut could slow economic recovery, experts warn
Economists also break down what the cut to the government's operating allowance might mean for households.
Malcolm Turnbull
Former Australian Prime Minister, Malcolm Turnbull, on the global ramifications of Trump's tariffs. Plus, why he was surprised at Winston Peters' decision to fire Phil Goff. Video, Audio
Evening business for 29 April 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
The Chathams Islands look to build a sustainable future
New Zealand's remotest community relies heavily on public money, but it's not what the community wants for itself.
Let's Go Swapping
It's the shopping buzz without the budget blowout: More people are using clothing swaps to update their wardrobes without spending a cent. Katy Gosset gets an invite and learns the tips that make for… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 28 April 2025
In today's episode, Police are investigating after three applicants who failed physical testing were still admitted for training, the police have been using special powers in a bid to clamp down a… Audio
Political commentators Gareth Hughes and Ben Thomas
Politics: Gareth Hughes and Ben Thomas talk about the Prime Minister's fortunes, Winston Peter's clash with RNZ and the NZ First Member's Bill to legally define a women Audio
Ministers rejected advice to review climate grants
Officials from Inland Revenue and Treasury have told the Government there is no proper evidence that hundreds of millions of dollars of subsidies to some of our biggest carbon polluters are needed… Audio
Early Business News for 28 April 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Evening business for 24 April 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
ANZAC Day trading rules don't make sense - retailers
Some tourist towns like Paihia can trade on Anzac Day, while Tairua, Whitianga and Whangamata in the Coromandel can open, so long as it falls on a Friday or Monday. Some of the stores Checkpoint spoke… Audio
Doors close on Te Atatū Woolworths
But why are residents so upset by the temporary loss of their supermarket?
Consumer confidence rises despite concerns over higher inflation
"It's still a long way from suggesting good times for the retail sector," ANZ's chief economist says.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 24 April 2025
In today's episode, the Green party responds to New Zealand First's proposed new legislation to define the term "woman" in law as "an adult human biological female", Te Pati Maori MPs have again… Audio
China trade tariffs not sustainable - US Treasury Secretary Bessent
US stocks have rallied on hopes that the world's two biggest economies might lower steep trade barriers.
Luxon promotes NZ's rocket, tech talents to UK businesses
The tech sector is New Zealand's third biggest source of exports behind meat and dairy, the prime minister said in London.
What NZ could be looking at in a global recession
New Zealand will inevitably be pulled into the world's economic gloom to some extent, but we have some cushioning in place.
