Metallica at Eden Park drives Auckland hotel prices above $1000 a night
The cheapest rate was $1399 at Proximity Apartments close to Auckland Airport. The most expensive hotel available was…
Wall Street falls ahead of Nvidia results amid doubts over US rate cuts
It’s the weakest reading since April, when President Donald Trump imposed higher-than-expected tariffs. Europe lacked inspiration too with…
Kiwi dollar slumps to 12-year low against Aussie ahead of Christmas travel
“The economic fundamentals have certainly been in Australia’s favour over the last little while and [I] think that…
Christchurch, Wellington get first looks at Ikea pop-up before Auckland store opening
In Cathedral Square, in the heart of Christchurch, locals this morning got the chance to walk through displays.…
Late surge lifts NZ market to start new week with small rise – Market close
Goodson said food and administration prices and local authority rates were still strong but rental inflation was pulling…
Inside Economics: Is the brain drain keeping unemployment down? Plus, green shoots ahead
Regards, Gil Laurenson A: Good question Gil. I’ve also tended to assume the numbers leaving New Zealand must…
Ikea reveals New Zealand‑only menu ahead of Sylvia Park opening
Lingonberry Pavlova is a new take on a Kiwi classic. Photo / Ikea The lingonberry pavlova ($4.00) is…
All Blacks v England: Jamie George urges English teammates to ignore aura of Scott Robertson’s men ahead of Twickenham test
“A lot of teams sit back in awe of the All Blacks and their incredible history and their…
Why China is going full speed ahead with debt-ridden high-speed rail
Changbai Mountain Station near the North Korean border: China’s high-speed rail network spans the country but passenger volume is…
Unemployment hits nine-year high but economists see turning point ahead – Liam Dann
An additional 138,000 Kiwis are in that category. Around the country, the unemployment rate varied widely – generally…
‘Happy to be Dave’: Sir Dave Dobbyn on writing, waiting and why he adores Cuban music
And the ones that didn’t come easy? My theory is it’s a good thing to wait sometimes. Even…
Kiwis v Tonga: Keano Kini makes stunning comeback to re-establish himself as No 1 ahead of Pacific Cup final
Keano Kini dives over for his try against Tonga. Photo / Photosport With Kris ruled out of the…