Construction growth: Multi indicators now pointing to a rebound
Seasonally adjusted data show building activity in the June quarter was up 6% on the March quarter, although…
Letters: Thiel’s Kiwi status, questioning Seymour’s values and lifting the pastry lid on pies
There seems to be no evidence of Key’s loyalty towards New Zealanders. Rob Harris, Riversdale Beach. Bye-bye pie,…
Questions over Dell’s $9.7b contract with Pentagon after Trump buys stock
Dell has a long-standing partnership with Microsoft and is a major buyer of Microsoft Windows PC licenses. The…
NZTA apologises to business for signs pointing people to closed dump station
Hall was also told of another sign outside the livestock waste dump station at Matawhero Saleyards telling people…
Unemployment may have peaked at 5.3% – Westpac survey
“However, there was a slight improvement in the December quarter, consistent with our view that the unemployment rate…
Are recent mortgage rate increases justified? Banks accused of putting profits ahead of NZ’s economic recovery
The banks’ moves came as swap rates, which influence longer-term mortgage rates, spiked in the fortnight following the…
Man brandishes spear gun at pensioner before stealing car in Papatoetoe, Auckland
“The man allegedly pointed a spear gun at the woman but fortunately, she locked her doors and quickly…
One Love music festival cancels 2026 show due to tough economic climate
“Because of these factors, along with unforeseen developments behind the scenes, our team has had to make the…
Vanished in Russia: Kiwi family in limbo 18 years after Blenheim father’s disappearance
His family believe he was murdered – probably “knifed” to death – and his body disposed of. To…
Major clue that Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban were headed towards divorce
Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman, previously considered one of the most solid and loved-up couples in Hollywood, at…