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National blames Government profligacy for "fragile" economy
National has attacked the Government over the latest GDP figures, saying the economy is in a fragile state thanks to its profligacy. New Zealand is technically in recession, with GDP down for the… Audio
Liquid gold: paying plasma donors, saving lives and money
Paying blood plasma donors in New Zealand would ensure enough is in the country to meet patients' needs. In Alberta, Canada, donors receive up $105 NZD ($65 USD) per donation. Georgetown University's… Audio
Businesses ready for tough winter as recession strikes
The country has slipped into recession - brought on by devastating floods and a cyclone as well as rising interest rates. The figures show negative growth by whisker for the last quarter of 2022 and… Audio
New Zealand officially enters recession
New Zealand has officially dipped into a recession according to GDP figures released this morning.
The GDP fell by 0.1 percent in the last quarter according to Stats NZ, in line with expectations.
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The staggering difference in petrol price across the country
That's the staggering difference in the cost of a litre of unleaded 91 petrol across Auckland and the AA says the difference could be up to 65 cents a litre for diesel. Motorists have enjoyed a fuel… Audio
The cheapest and most expensive places to fuel up in Auckland
Petrol prices across Auckland are varying drastically, with a 61-cent difference between the cheapest and priciest. Audio
Verdict due out today on whether NZ is in a recession
GDP figures out today will reveal whether or not the economy has tipped into recession, after negative growth of 0.6% in the December quarter of 2022. The figures are a key indicator of the health of… Audio
Primary industry exports earn a record $56.6 billion
Primary industry exports are forecast to reach just over $56 billion by the end of this month. That's higher than expected, and is largely due to an increase in dairy, seafood and processed food… Audio
NZ is living beyond its means, may fall into recession - IMF
The financial agency praised New Zealand's "exemplary" handling of the pandemic but said the government's 'generous' financial and monetary support had overheated the economy.
New data suggests property market may be bottoming out
New property price figures out today suggest the market could be bottoming out. CoreLogic's interactive Mapping the Market tool shows that around twelve percent 12% of the suburbs it tracks saw… Audio
Police make third arrest over online term deposits scam
A 60-year-old Auckland man is the latest person to be charged with money laundering in relation to an online scam that has seen victims lose millions of dollars.
HSBC to phase out retail banking services in New Zealand
The London-based bank wants to focus solely on commercial banking.
Minibus bus fares remain unchanged for 30 years in North Canterbury
In North Canterbury, a transport service for older members of the community and those with disabilities hasn't upped its prices in over 30 years. Audio
'We're worried about where New Zealand is going'- National
RNZ has placed a web journalist on leave while it investigates their editing of web articles to add a pro-Russian stance. The reporter says they've been doing it for five years, and were never tapped… Audio
New Zealanders across the ditch want visa money back
A migration agent is pleading with Australia's government to refund the permanent resident visa costs paid by some of her New Zealand clients.
The visas were approved just months before Australia… Audio
Rich List: New Zealand's wealthiest worth $72bn
This year's NBR Rich List reflects impacts from extreme weather and falling house prices.
Agribusiness owners and retirement village operators are notable losers, with some 2022 Listers dropping out… Audio
Is the universal basic income the answer to inequality?
Would you like to be paid a basic income, no matter what? In the UK, a proposed trial would see 30 people paid an unconditional sum of about NZ$3295 a month for two years to see what effect it has on… Audio
Law and order now number two issue for voters, but most still concerned about the cost of living
Fear about rising crime has hit a record high in the latest political survey, now featuring as the number two issue for voters in New Zealand.
Some New Plymouth properties face 100% rates rises
Some properties in New Plymouth could face rates rises of over 100 percent next year, under a proposal being voted on next week. Most residential properties would see rates increases up to a maximum… Audio
First supermarket-style foodbank in South Island opens in Chch
The Christchurch City Mission is opening the South Island's first supermarket style self-serve foodbank.
It's part of an $11 million redevelopment.
The revamp comes as we head into the coldest… Audio
