Business
Strong sales in Australia increase HLG's bottom line
Glassons' Australian sales picked up 15 percent to $251.5 million, with the company opening two new stores in the country
'Fantastic result': Latest farmgate milk payout may be new norm
The national president of Federated Farmers believes the latest record payout means farmers can be optimistic for their future. Audio
Dairy giant delivers record $16b shareholder payout
Fonterra has delivered one of its strongest results, with revenue up 15 percent, and 16 billion dollars in cash returns for shareholders. Tihoi Dairy farmer Richard Webber spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Evening business for 25 September 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Is it worth fixing your home loan for longer?
Home loan borrowers may have a bit more time to decide when to lock a long-term rate, the country's biggest bank says.
Midday Business News for 25 September 2025
Midday Business News for 25 September 2025 Audio
GST at 32%, pension at 72? Treasury's fixes for financial crunch
Someone is going to have to pay to keep the country's finances in order while the population ages, but who and how need to be decided soon. Audio
NZ King Salmon slumps to half-year loss
Chair Mark Dewdney said the results were impacted by challenging biological performance, with salmon eating less and slightly elevated deaths.
Fonterra still buoyant despite slight drop in net profit to $1.09b
Chief executive Miles Hurrell says the full year ended July has been one of the Co-op's strongest years yet - and the outlook is positive.
Govt hoping new RBNZ governor will be stabilising force
Former Reserve Bank governor Don Brash is optimistic a new appointee to the role will bring a fresh, transparent communication style. Political reporter Russell Palmer has the story. Audio
Fewer cruise ships scheduled to come to New Zealand ports
The cruise ship season is officially underway, but with fewer ships scheduled to come to New Zealand ports this year. Port of Auckland chief executive Roger Gray spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Heavy rain causes another sewage spill in Mahurangi Harbour
Oyster farmers north of Auckland are devastated after rain caused another sewage spill, preventing them from working. Mahurangi Oyster Association chairperson Lynette Dunn spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Pension age, GST need to rise to meet fiscal hurdles: Treasury
Treasury has warned the retirement age and GST would need to gradually increase over the next 40 years, to solve New Zealand's fiscal challenges. Infometrics chief executive and economist Brad Olsen… Audio
Local coffee businesses facing blend of issues
Coffee businesses are finding things a real grind lately - much like the wider hospitality industry. Audio
The Whip for 24 September
It's another hit of the most insightful and sharp 30 minutes in political analysis. Panellists Fran O'Sullivan, Andrea Vance and Marian Hobbs join Wallace to discuss: the NZ Herald Mood of the… Audio
