Consumer confidence sinks to lowest level since 2023 amid global tensions
The present conditions index was similar, falling 14.4 points from 87.9 to 73.5. The measure’s 10-year average is…
Cricket great Sir Richard Hadlee joins fight to save Pegasus Golf Course from housing
“We were drawn to Pegasus to live a dream. Building on the golf course to play three times…
Why the jobs data suggests New Zealand’s recovery is already underway – Cecilia Robinson
That response told me something important. We are not just passive observers of economic sentiment. We participate in…
Housing market: House sales keep falling as first-home buyers drive demand – The Front Page
The Auckland market remains soft, first-home buyers are propping up demand and the rental market is showing signs…
John Campbell’s first morning on Radio New Zealand’s Morning Report, reviewed
New Morning Report co-hosts John Campbell and Ingrid Hipkiss “That took a turn,” Hipkiss said at the conclusion…
New Zealand’s fuel stocks ‘stable’, increases in petrol and jet fuel, diesel level drops
“Movements remain within expectations and show normal patterns.” Finance Minister Nicola Willis today said she was seeing “normal…
Fuel crisis: How New Zealand’s response compares with other countries – from free public transport to work from home days
This week, after public pressure from industry bodies and unions, the Government announced a temporary 30% boost to…
Fitch puts New Zealand AA+ rating on negative outlook over rising debt
But the AA+ rating reflected New Zealand’s “advanced and wealthy economy, high governance standards, and robust policy framework”.…
Ketamine use surges among young people in New Zealand party drug scene – The Front Page
Respondents who use ketamine also reported a younger median age compared to users of other drugs, and a…
Dave Rennie named All Blacks coach: World media reacts to New Zealand’s new coach through to Rugby World Cup
“After the way he was treated by our administration in Australia, to now find himself with arguably the…
Thomasin McKenzie on anxiety, impostor syndrome and Hollywood pressure
“I have to remind myself I’ve worked hard for this, but I still feel impostor syndrome with everything…
New Zealand’s economy is set to outpace Australia’s … now what? – Liam Dann
Kiwis have been heading for greener pastures across the ditch en masse and we’re constantly looking across enviously…