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Air pollution: Tighter controls imposed around Mt Maunganui
Heavy industry is set to stay in Mount Maunganui despite air pollution problems, but stricter controls have been put in place on what will be allowed in future.
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Present and former Finance Ministers clash over shorter-term 'fiscal cliffs'
7:02 pm todayNicola Willis has accused the previous government of finding "workarounds" to hide funding shortfalls. Grant Robertson says it shows she hasn't even read the…
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Businesses cautiously optimistic after change in government
5:22 pm todayBusinesses are largely cautiously optimistic about the outlook for the economy under the new government.
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Expert Feature: Job Interviews
2:30 pm todayThinking about a new job in the New Year? CEO of Kinetic Recruitment, Kate Ross, is our expert this week, she's got all the tips and tricks to help you through… Audio
Air pollution: Tighter controls imposed around Mt Maunganui
Heavy industry is set to stay in Mount Maunganui despite air pollution problems, but stricter controls have been put in place on what will be allowed in future.
Present and former Finance Ministers clash over shorter-term 'fiscal cliffs'
Nicola Willis has accused the previous government of finding "workarounds" to hide funding shortfalls. Grant Robertson says it shows she hasn't even read the Budget.
Evening business for December 4 2023
News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6342316894112 Video, Audio
Businesses cautiously optimistic after change in government
Businesses are largely cautiously optimistic about the outlook for the economy under the new government.
Expert Feature: Job Interviews
Thinking about a new job in the New Year? CEO of Kinetic Recruitment, Kate Ross, is our expert this week, she's got all the tips and tricks to help you through a job interview, including how to calm… Audio
Made in NZ: Paku, making Maori tool toys for play and education
After noticing that all the toys and tools their kids were using were of European influence, Dr Johnson Witehira, a Maori Design Specialist, began asking himself why it was, that traditional Maori… Audio
Midday Business News for 4 December 2023
Businesses are cautiously optimistic about the outlook for the economy under the new government.
Anan Zaki has the business news. Audio
Insurer Tower to review ownership structure after reporting full-year net loss
The review will look at Tower's capital structure and the business' competitiveness.
Cost of living pressures drive drop in retail spending
Falling local spending as household budgets face greater pressure is leading to "unprecedented challenges" for the retail sector.
Market Update for 4 December
Market Update for 4 December 2023. Audio
New Zealand to put 'every single effort' into getting free trade deal with India
A trade expert is sceptical about New Zealand's ability to lock in a free trade agreement with India within three years, but the trade minister says it is possible.
KiwiSaver: Early withdrawals double as purses put under strain
The money withdrawn early from KiwiSaver funds due to financial hardship has doubled compared to a year ago, with significantly more people taking money out before retirement.
As news fades from social media platforms - where does that leave journalism?
Opinion - News organisations that work through social media will have limited control as terms of service are changed at will, leaving news companies to deal with the consequences, Merja Myllylahti wr…
Evening business for 1 December 2023
News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6342137075112 Video, Audio
Buyer beware: Consumer NZ warns of short expiry date on xmas gift cards
Buyer beware of gift cards with short expiry dates this festive season, that warning from Consumer NZ. An estimated $10 million in unspent vouchers go unspent each year. Consumer NZ says that makes… Video, Audio
Consumer confidence remains pessimistic as inflation pressures persist
ANZ's latest consumer survey shows the number reporting they were now better off financially rose slightly, but so did the number expecting the economy to be worse off in a year's time.
Free dental care rolls into Porirua
A community-led initiative in Porirua is taking the reigns from politicians and having a crack at offering free dental care themselves. It's been spearheaded by Anita Taggart and Jodi Watene. Audio
Midday Business News for 1 December 2023
Consumer confidence has improved but remains pessimistic as household budgets remain squeezed, deterring people from big spending.
Anan Zaki has the business news. Audio
Consumer NZ releases gift card 'naughty' and 'nice' lists
Santa has a 'naughty or nice' list, and this year so does Consumer NZ.
