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Govt finances slightly better than forecast but deficit still sizeable
Government finances are marginally better than expected, but remain in a sizeable deficit, while debt levels have risen as the new government prepares to outline its immediate spending plans in a…
SH73 daily closure set to impact Arthurs Pass village
Business in the small alpine village of Arthurs Pass is expected to take a big hit over the next two weeks with the daily closure of State Highway 73. The highway linking Canterbury
Business in the… Audio
Midday Business News for 5 December 2023
A debt management firm says an ongoing failure to deal with bad debt is costing the economy more than $2-billion a year.
DebtManagers buys non-performing debts from businesses and works directly… Audio
Business commentator Victoria Young
BusinessDesk investigations editor, Victoria Young has been looking at audit firms and the NZX50 companies that use them. And SkyCity's multi-million dollar carpark spat, and why a judge ruled in the… Audio
'I don't think it's going to cost very much' - Willis on Waka Kotahi using English name first
The Finance Minister says it will not cost much for Waka Kotahi to start calling itself by its English name first. Audio
Rate hikes up to 25% proposed as mayors warn of 'broken' funding system
A number of councils are proposing massive double-digit rate rises as part of long-term plan discussions, and warn residents across the country are likely to face the same pain. Audio
Market Update for 5 December 2023
Market Update for 5 December 2023. Audio
Early Business News for 5 December 2023
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. 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
Paku: functional kids toys inspired by Māori tools
Māori have a rich history of designing homes, clothes, vehicles and tools - why should that be discontinued? That's the question that drives Dr Johnson Witehira and Jamie Prier of the new toy brand… 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.
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.
