Nicola Willis confirms Budget 2026 spending plans; return to surplus could be slowed
It couldn’t see the books returning to surplus in its forecast period to 2028/29. Rather, it saw the…
New Zealand set for economic revival in 2026 – what’s fuelling the optimism?
The Official Cash Rate (OCR) has fallen 325 basis points (bps) since August last year to a more…
Heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds expected as summer officially begins
Gisborne and Hastings are making the most of their sunny start to the summer season, with temperatures expected…
Mary Shan beats hot favourite El Vencedor in Great Northern Challenge Stakes at Ellerslie
El Vencedor shook free of that rival before the home turn and appeared to have the race at…
Air New Zealand expects grounded A320 fleet back in service by this evening
“Customers travelling today should continue to check the Air NZ app or website for the latest information on…
Mount Maunganui rāhui in place for one week following man’s death
It extends from the ocean opposite Clyde St on the western side through to the ocean opposite the…
NZ sharemarket starts week up 0.6% – Market close
A larger reduction? Greg Smith, investment specialist at Generate, said there was a positive sentiment for global markets…
Tauranga’s Hairini Bridge undergoes seismic checks for 15th Ave project
Tauranga City Council senior project manager Chris Farnsworth said the early contractor involvement model allowed for better cost…
Genesis pushes ‘go’ on Edgecumbe Solar project
Global industrial and energy company Metlen, through its Renewables and Energy Transition Platform Sector, has been hired for…
OCR Preview: Another rate cut coming – but will it be the last?
“We don’t expect the RBNZ to cut further next year (barring a global shock),” said ANZ chief economist…
Auckland traffic warning as fishing convoy protest hits motorways today
Protesters are planning to depart Albany Park and Ride at 8.30am before heading across the Auckland Harbour Bridge…
Christmas without food and presents? More families struggling, expected to go without
“I only put it there so the kids see it’s a Christmas tree because sometimes we have a…