Business
The Warehouse to cut 270 head office jobs in restructure
The company's chief says its cost base is unsustainable.
Evening business for Wednesday 4th February 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Lyttelton Port posts record half-year profit
That's thanks to growth in bulk imports and exports.
Why has wine gone out of flavour for many of us?
Vineyards around the country are approaching harvest time, and while it is still too early to tell how the vintage will go, if it's anything like last year's, thousands of tons of grapes could be left… Audio
Midday Business News for Wednesday 4th February 2026
The latest news from RNZ's business team. Audio
Synlait’s comeback delayed as costs stay high
The dairy company is forecasting a hefty half-year loss as its recovery takes longer than hoped.
New high-tech manufacturing plant opens in Canterbury
Enatel's new 8000 square metre factory is situated by Christchurch Airport.
The reality of Mount businesses after fatal landslide
Mount Mainstreet manager Jay Banner told Morning Report local businesses have taken a significant financial hit. Audio
Authors miss out on vital annual payment after government department bungle
The Public Lending Right scheme makes a payment to authors each year, when they have sufficient books in New Zealand libraries. Audio
Another town's residents say insurer has shut down new policies
Several South Island towns were already on a list of areas AA won't issue new policies for. Audio
Home insurance premiums fall despite ongoing weather risks
The availability of insurance has also improved across the country - even though some insurers are limiting their coverage in flood-prone areas. Audio
How much do accountants actually earn?
Australian accountants are still getting paid more than New Zealanders - but the local sector had a bigger pay bump in the past year.
Did you miss the best time to lock in a longer home loan rate?
BNZ has increased some of its longer-term home loan fixed rates.
Evening business for Tuesday 3 February 2026
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Midday Business News from Tuesday 3rd February 2026
The latest news from RNZ's business team. Audio
Retirement villages face reform, and a shake-up for MediaWorks
What does 2026 hold for the retirement village sector with reform expected to be introduced in the middle of the year. Victoria also discusses the sale of MediaWorks owner QMS to Australia's Nine… Audio
Well-known Petone Italian restaurant closes doors after 20 years
The owners of Soprano on Jackson Street are selling up after an "incredibly tough" few years.
Decluttering leads to recycling opportunity for Bay of Islands shops
Post-Covid decluttering is a gift that keeps on giving for small community organisations and businesses.
Morning Market Update for 3 February 2026
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio