Cost of living: More Kiwis struggle to afford essentials, seek cheapest products
“Quality, durability, local purchasing and responsible consumption continue to matter.” The latest study surveyed 1096 New Zealand adults…
Healthcare in Napier proves a pressing issue as candidates talk through solutions
About 200 people watched the debate, ranging from teenagers to a mother with her newborn to pensioners. Healthcare,…
Winston Peters warns bottom-trawling review could cost jobs
He described the policy as “desperate”, though he said he would look at the details. “We’d like to…
All Blacks v Wallabies: More injury concerns for Dave Rennie after big Eden Park win
“He’s been phenomenal all year. He was outstanding in South Africa. He’s taken his game to another level,”…
Tauranga fashion company Blackstone Clothing dodges $40,000 bullet as shopping network TVSN shutters
She said their agent, who deals quite heavily with TVSN, sounded a warning a week before TVSN emailed…
Election 2026: Labour’s living wage plan for public service workers could fuel inflation, economist warns
Labour couldn’t say how many people would receive a pay bump, or how much its pledge would cost…
Election 2026: What is on older Kiwis’ minds this election?
Concerns about healthcare services, waitlists and prevention work are high on the priority list. “For us we really…
Green Party announces $4 billion passenger rail plans connecting major cities
The Greens’ planned Stage Two works for a faster journey between Auckland and Tauranga – under the Project:…
Election 2026: Labour won’t detail cost of pay equity change in pre-election plan
But Hipkins today said a figure for pay equity “won’t be a specific line item” in Labour’s fiscal…
Wellington students react to Labour’s pledge to cut loans by 10% if elected
“No one should have to move overseas to build a future,” he told attendees at Labour’s official election…
Cost of living: Here’s why it feels like your money is tighter
Milk The average price for two litres of milk was up 57% over 10 years, from an average…
Wash U CIO Says OpenAI and Anthropic Are in Trouble
Scott Wilson knows what it is like to make a contrarian bet that pays off big. His early…