Fonterra cuts milk price mid-point forecast to $9.50/kg
At the last sale on November 19, the GDT price index fell by 3% while whole milk powder…
Consumer confidence and lower interest rates driving mortgage activity
“The continued decline in the OCR is beginning to reshape New Zealand’s credit landscape, providing a much-needed boost…
Guy Fawkes: Weather conditions set to impact festivities, caution advised
She said the high temperatures were likely to dry out the grasses and vegetation, which could increase the…
Tesla profit falls 37% to $2.4 billion on higher costs, tariffs
Tesla has reported a hefty drop in profits, citing a drag from tariffs and other expenses that more…
Inflation hits 3% as consumers suffer largest power price spike since 1989
The largest contributors to the annual inflation rate were all in the housing and household utilities group. The…
Food prices rise 4.1% for September year, fall monthly for first time since February
Fruit and vegetables are up 5.8% annually (down 2.5% monthly), and non-alcoholic drinks are up 3.3% annually (up…
Retail spending dips 0.5% in September as growth streak ends
The only category within the month to report spending growth was hospitality, which recorded a rise of 1.5%…
The hidden price of blindness: Palmerston North mother lost her sight after measles
“The thing is that people often ask me, do I regret it? Is it a bad thing? Would…
Northland community heroes tackle homelessness and poverty head-on
She got mixed up with a gang and spent many more years living “in survival mode”. Even after…
Northland community heroes tackle homelessness and poverty head-on
She got mixed up with a gang and spent many more years living “in survival mode”. Even after…
Rotorua roadworks: Reckless driving and abuse at Mamaku site spurs NZTA warning
“We know most drivers do the right thing – but even one risky choice can have serious consequences.”…
NZ sharemarket ends week up 2.2% – Market close
‘Bad news means good news’ Shane Solly, portfolio manager with Harbour Asset Management, said it had been a…