Money
Revenge saving phenomenon taking hold overseas
You might have heard about revenge spending - where people buy things they maybe don't need after a period of constraint. But what about revenge saving? Money correspondent Susan Edmunds has been… Audio
'Compromising public safety': FENZ calls for union to withdraw strike noitce
Fire and Emergency New Zealand are looking to take the matter to the Employment Relations Authority.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 3rd October 2025
In today's episode, protestors gathered outside Foreign Minister Winston Peters' home in Auckland on Thursday night in support of those on board the Global Sumud Flotilla; The home of the ASB Classic… Audio
Govt announces new $15m roof for Auckland Tennis arena
The roof project is the first investment announced as part of the government's $70 million Major Events and Tourism Package.
Afterpay changes 'raising red flags' - financial consultant
Afterpay has reversed a policy it put in place in March which stopped people racking up debt by using buy now, pay later on essentials. Audio
Afterpay to again let customers buy fuel and groceries
Afterpay is once again letting customers buy fuel and groceries with no payment upfront. Financial inclusion consultant Natalie Vincent spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Some homeowners consider ditching gas as prices rise
With natural gas reserves dropping, prices rising and the future of gas supply uncertain, some New Zealand home owners may be considering switching to electric. Ben Mayne from Ben Mayne Plumbing and… Audio
Westpac becomes latest bank to cut rates
The bank's one-year home loan rate is in line with BNZ and ANZ.
Rolleston 1080 bait factory sold at a loss
The West Coast Regional Council sold its controversial Rolleston 1080 factory last year for $70,000 under valuation, records show.
Midday Essentials for Thursday 2nd October 2025
In today's episode, the Global Sumud Flotilla that has been trying to get aid into Gaza has been intercepted by the Israeli navy, and some New Zealanders taking part are now on an Israeli vessel; The… Audio
How do our 1 percenters compare to the rest of the world?
New Zealand's richest people are worth at least $4.375 million as an individual and $8.727m as a household.
Auckland Airport in midst of multi-billion-dollar transformation
Auckland Airport is in the midst of a multi-billion-dollar transformation it says will set New Zealand up for the future. Auckland Airport CEO Carrie Hurihanganui spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Biggest bank cuts interest rates
The country's biggest bank has moved to match BNZ with a one-year home loan rate below 4.5 percent.
Firefighters to strike in mid-October
New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union has announced all firefighters will walk off the job for one hour in mid-October over pay. Union national secretary Wattie Watson spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
What makes a New Zealand '1 percenter'
New data shows what you need to be among the country's richest people.
How much money do you need to be a '1 percenter'?
The "1 percent" is often used as shorthand for the wealthiest people on the planet. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
How the cost of living hits for New Zealanders with blindness
It's Blind Low Vision month - First Up talks with music teacher Josaiah Fue about the cost of living and Dan Shepard how the Blind Low VIsion NZ is raising awareness. Audio
TradeMe's latest listings with Emma Bacon
This week on TradeMe - a Mk1 Escort Rally car and a house that comes with a million dollar Rolls Royce. Audio
How could a 100% tariff affect NZ's film industry?
Trump and his tariffs are the lead characters in a drama that could have serious consequences for Aotearoa's film industry. Donald Trump announced a 100 percent tariff on all films produced overseas… Audio
