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Unemployment rises to highest level since 2020
Unemployment has risen to a four-year high as the recession caused job losses, slowed hiring, and dented wage growth.
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Need a builder? Now might be the time
5 Feb 2025Builders affected by the economic downturn have gone from turning away work, to fighting for jobs. Audio
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Most households expect a financially tough 2025 - survey
Westpac NZ estimates more than one in five customers expect to find this year more financially stressful than last year.
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Farmers count blessings with "life-saving rain" but others under pressure
31 Jan 2025Radio New Zealand's Country Life team regularly check in with farms and orchards around the country. Here's the latest regional wrap -- it is dry out there for farmers.
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From pup to pro: Miley the Huntaway hits her stride
31 Jan 2025We catch up with Miley the young Huntaway and her trainer Chris Shaw as she celebrates her first birthday and see what this pup has been up to. You will be blown away by how much progress she has…
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"We'd known each other for 17 years before we got married!"
31 Jan 2025There's never a dull day on Kaihoka, the Wyllie's isolated Golden Bay farm, which has been the backdrop for scenes from The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.
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Fields of sunflowers a golden fundraising boost for farmers
Dozens of paddocks planted in bright yellow sunflowers have been drawing visitors to farms throughout Aotearoa this summer.
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Bishop reveals plan to 'turn around' Kāinga Ora
The Housing Minister says the total number of social houses will not reduce under the government's shake-up.
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Government drops 'redundant' ram raid bill
Labour proposed the legislation to reduce break-ins, but Paul Goldsmith says a 'more targeted' response is needed.
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Leaders lay out goals at Iwi Chairs Forum
4 Feb 2025The political situation is simply one of the big topics, Ngāti Kahungunu iwi chair Bayden Barber says
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Iconic Te Tii Marae wharenui reopens
3 Feb 2025A dawn ceremony was hosted by mana whenua Ngāti Rāhiri and Ngāti Kawa who welcomed iwi leaders, politicians and the masses. Audio
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Te reo version of Shrek to premiere at Māoriland Film Festival
3 Feb 2025Shrek has been reimagined and redubbed in te reo Māori as part of a collaboration between Māoriland Productions and the American studio Dreamworks and will premiere at the Māoriland Film Festival in…
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Yarrow Stadium to be renamed as sponsor pulls out
4 Feb 2025The more than two decades-long naming rights deal at Yarrow Stadium in New Plymouth is coming to an end.
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Sailing's administrators first to face scrutiny by new body
4 Feb 2025Our fourth strongest Olympic sport is in hot water over allegations about the way it conducts itself.
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Tariff war sparks interest rate warning in NZ
Trade tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China could mean interest rates stay higher here.
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Trump's trade war could spell bad news for NZ
After US President Donald Trump introduced tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China one economist warns a potential trade war would have dire consequences for New Zealand exports. Audio
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Remains of missing tramper found by hunter
4 Feb 2025The remains of a tramper who was missing in the Pureora Forest near Lake Taupō since March last year have been found.
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Alleged extortion case by supermarket security guard referred to police
4 Feb 2025Pak N Save is conducting a review after a security guard allegedly tried to extort a customer. Audio
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Hobson's Pledge-backed realtor loses challenge over compulsory Māori values course
4 Feb 2025The decision in the High Court means she faces the prospect of being ineligible to practice as a real estate agent for five years.
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Man accused of shooting pig hunters to find out if he'll be released on bail
4 Feb 2025Stu Edmondson has pleaded not guilty to murdering a hunter and attempting to kill another.
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Auckland Council's off-leash rule changes at popular dog park over-the-top - pet owner
4 Feb 2025Off-leash dog rule changes 'using a sledge hammer to crack a nut' Audio
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Is paid parking the answer for this town's growing needs?
4 Feb 2025Rangiora and Kaiapoi residents will get the chance to have their say on what parking demand might look like in 2040, and whether they are willing to pay for a good spot.
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Kiwis feel worse about their quality of life, but it's getting better - survey
4 Feb 2025New Zealanders are feeling worse about their quality of life, according to a new survey.
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Wellington house prices plummet nearly 25%
Average values have fallen sharply over three years, according to latest official valuations.
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