Business
Class action lawsuit lodged against Hawke's Bay Regional Council
A class action lawsuit is being lodged against Hawke's Bay Regional Council this week, alleging incompetence led to 400 properties and businesses flooding in Wairoa last year. Tairawhiti Hawke's Bay… Audio
Major Electricity Users' Group on govt's response to challenges in the energy market
The government will release its long-awaited response to challenges in the energy market on Wednesday morning. Major Electricity Users' Group Chair John Harbord spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
More company liquidations as tax debt collection intensifies
Company liquidations are up 26 percent on last year.
'Uncertainty and changing nature' of US tariffs making it hard for NZ exporters
NZ Trade Minister Todd McClay is confident New Zealand exports will still find markets, as the US continues to pile on the tariffs.
Why Trump makes a strong case to tariff foreign movies
The chief economist at a Wellington-based think tank believes the US president has a stronger than usual argument, but says he'll struggle to do it. Audio
NZME to keep running anti-Māori wards ad Stuff removed
A controversial anti-Māori wards ad has been removed from Stuff's websites following complaints, but it will continue to be advertised with the NZ Herald.
Evening business for 30 September 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
How many more empty shops are there really?
Data reveals extent of Auckland, Wellington's retail woes Audio
Midday Business News for 30 September 2025
Midday Business News for 30 September 2025 Audio
Wine export volumes strong, value down slightly in year ended June
NZ Winegrowers annual report indicates exports rose 5 percent by volume in the year ended June, though the value of exports was down slightly at $2.10 billion.
SolarZero, Kitchen Things staff receive payments - but customers aren't so lucky
Customers are likely to lose out.
Fast food operator Restaurant Brands receives full takeover offer
Restaurant Brands operates the KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Carl's Jr. brands in New Zealand.
Taxis refusing short distance rides from airport
Some people in suburbs close to Wellington Airport have reported being refused rides from taxis at the airport due to the short distance of the trips. Audio
Home loan rate drops below 4.5%
BNZ says it will drop its one-year fixed home loan rate to 4.49 percent.
Southern Cross posts $56.9 million deficit for year ended June
The Southern Cross Health Society continues to make record returns to members, though insurance premiums will rise as costs have left the society's insurance business in the red.
What's up with the Napier Woolworths diagonally opposite?
The continued existence of the supermarkets so close to each other has raised plenty of questions. Audio
