Economy
Labour criticises govt's books after fiscal update
Labour says Finance Minister Nicola Willis' reputation is in tatters after the report, while National says it's Labour's fault the books are so bad in the first place. Labour finance spokesperson… Audio
Early Business News for 18 December 2024
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
The Panel with Chris Wikaira & Jenni Giblin (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Chris Wikaira & Jenni Giblin. They discuss: Nationals EV charger promises, whether groceries really are cheaper across the Tasman, and… Audio
The Panel with Chris Wikaira & Jenni Giblin (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Chris Wikaira & Jenni Giblin. They discuss: the Half Year Economic and Fiscal update and a rise in abuse directed at retail workers. Plus… Audio
Evening business for 17 December 2024
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Govt announces minimum wage to get lowest increase since 1990's
The below-inflation lift of 1.5 percent, which comes into effect in April, brings the minimum wage up to $23.50. But the Employers and Manufacturers Union said the small increase reflects the… Audio
Willis adopts convenient new measure for finances
Analysis - The opening of the books at Treasury has revealed a bleak economic outlook, and a new measure to improve that picture.
Midday Business News for 17 December 2024
Midday Business News for 17 December 2024. Audio
Minimum wage set to increase by 35 cents
The minimum wage will rise by 35 cents next year to $23.50 an hour in what the government describes as a "modest increase". NZCTU acting president Rachel Mackintosh spoke to Tuwhenuaroa Natanahira. Audio
Local council spending under government spotlight
The Government has announced changes to the Local Government Act to remove the four wellbeings - social, economic, environmental and cultural - and refocus councils on basics like roads and pipes… Audio
PM Luxon on Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update
Treasury will release its Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update on Tuesday afternoon. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Blame game ahead of opening of the books
It's widely expected the government will face bigger deficits for longer, with a latest update to show a sluggish economy. Audio
Treasury set to release Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update
Treasury will release its Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update on Tuesday afternoon. Business Editor Gyles Beckford spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Govt to crack down on rates increases
The Government is cracking down on rates increases and wants to re-focus local councils on basics like roads and pipes. Local Government Minister Simeon Brown spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Early Business News for 17 December 2024
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Economic slowdown expected in GDP figures
An economist says regardless of the September quarter results, recent evidence suggests the economy is past the worst.
How many jobs have really been lost in Wellington this year?
Data shows Wellington City has lost over 19,000 jobs in the past year -- equal to 11.6% of jobs in the area. Audio
