Westpac economists tip return to growth this quarter as economy shakes off Iran war
“Inflation has lifted significantly and looks set to remain well above 3% over 2026, and core inflation is…
Sport New Zealand report: Women’s sports coverage focuses on results, not journeys
Ask any sports fan what the most memorable women’s sports story was in the past six years and…
King’s School headmaster Tony Sissons to retire after 24 years
“His vision, foresight, energy and unwavering commitment have shaped the school we know today. “Just as importantly, his…
QV House Price Index shows average house prices fell 1.5% in July quarter as winter chill hits
“This isn’t another sudden correction. It’s an already subdued market losing what little momentum it had built earlier…
‘Toy Story 5’ boosts Disney’s earnings with big ticket and toy sales
After more than three decades, Jessie, Buzz Lightyear and Woody are still moneymakers for Walt Disney Co., as…
Unemployment rate hits 5.6% – worse than expectations
“The second quarter of this year was a tough one,” Finance Minister Nicola Willis said, in response to…
Jobless on the rise: Unemployment rate expected to land higher this week
ANZ senior economist Miles Workman. “For the RBNZ, this suggests that the labour market is unlikely to become…
US refiners see billions in profits from global fuel crunch
War and refinery attacks keep global fuel supplies under pressure. Photo / Getty Images Valero’s second-quarter net income…
‘Fuel prices remain a wild card’ – CPI inflation tipped to top 4%
Other economists are picking 1.5% for the quarter and an annual rate of 4.1%. Regardless, the significant concern…
China’s economic growth hits slowest pace in more than three years
“In the first half of the year, the national economy operated within a reasonable range,” the NBS said…
Precinct Properties wins fast-track draft decision for twin-tower Auckland skyscrapers
The tallest of the two towers will rise even higher than the 187m stalled Seascape apartment development. Towers…
Re-embracing fossil fuel: AT getting 8 new diesels; EV Maritime lands big Perth contract – Tech Insider
“The five new vessels will be progressively delivered during the contract term from 2028, and ownership will be…