Economy
Hosting America's Cup too expensive, Luxon says
Labour says it might not have shelled out the millions required either, but the government should have tried harder.
Early business news for 1 April 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Living wage to be increased to $28.95 per hour
The announcement comes as the minimum wage gets a $0.35 boost to $23.50 from 1 April.
'Better times lie ahead' for economy, but it won't be easy - ANZ survey
The improvement in the economy is looking set to be a bit of a slog, according to ANZ Bank's March survey.
Evening business for 31 March 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Why one atheist thinks the government should keep tax exemptions for churches
Critics say that churches' exemption from paying income tax gives them an unfair competitive advantage. But one atheist says these tax laws are essential for a thriving society.
Steady economic growth expected, but tariff threat looms
ASB Bank says New Zealand's economic recovery will be more Toyota Prius than Ferrari - steady, but not speedy. Audio
Early Business News for 31 March 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
An atheist on why churches should remain tax-free
Critics say that churches' exemption from paying income tax gives them an unfair competitive advantage. But one atheist says these tax laws are essential for a thriving society. Audio
Albanese expects 'one-on-one' tariff discussion with Trump
There are concerns Australia could be impacted by the looming escalation in the Trump administration's global trade war when it unveils the reciprocal tariffs on so-called "liberation day".
Green shoots and dire data, NZME angst, easiest scoop ever
Are our media confusing us with claims about 'green shoots' in the economy at the same time as more dire data in the headlines? Also - the epic security fail at the top of the Trump regime that gave a… Audio
Struggling parents put back-to-school costs on Afterpay
The biggest start-of-year expenses were stationery, followed by transport, uniforms and technology-related costs.
The Panel with Chris Finlayson & Verity Johnson (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Mark Leishman is joined by panellists Chris Finlayson & Verity Johnson. The trio discuss an impending shortage of aged care beds, households doing it tough, and the Kiwi TV show… Audio
Northland has highest proportion on unemployment benefits
While much has been made of Wellington's job cuts, it's Northland that consistently has the highest proportion of its population on unemployment benefits. In February, 11 percent of the working age… Audio
