Energy the second-biggest concern for Kiwi businesses – ASB survey
Of the more than 400 business leaders surveyed, 54% said they were cutting costs to mitigate challenges, while…
Retail figures: Spending falls in September as consumers cope with rising petrol prices, interest rates, bad weather
“Petrol prices jumped sharply in mid-September. Spending through Paymark at fuel outlets was running 35% ahead of year…
Home security funding proposed for Christchurch City councillors amid rising threats
“Members are, quite rightly, concerned not only about their own personal safety but the safety of their families,”…
Mr Whippy franchisees adapt as dairy and operating costs rise
“I never thought I’d be driving an ice cream van, but I knew what I wanted. I wanted…
Centrix data show financial hardship rising again among Kiwis but mortgage stress eases
“Financial hardship has started to rise again, after easing earlier in 2026.” Personal loans are now the fastest-growing…
ANZ Business Outlook survey: Fuel price rises dent business confidence
Tension in the Strait of Hormuz saw oil prices rise steadily through September, passing back through US$100 a…
Taranaki solar-powered piggery tackles rising costs and welfare reforms
Stanley, who originally started out in viticulture and winemaking, came back to the family farm 12 years ago.…
Commerce Commission says retail petrol prices ‘reasonably reflecting’ changes in import costs
Chapple said the commission’s role was to monitor competition in fuel markets, not regulate or set fuel prices.…
Petrol prices sail past $5 a litre on Hauraki Gulf island as costs start rising again
It found an 83c difference in the average price of regular 91 fuel at the three stations on…
NZ cyber threat report warns of rising risk from AI turbo-charging crime
Cartriona Robinson, head of the National Cyber Security Centre. Photo / Alex Burton National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)…
Tom Bewley: Rising Kiwi motorsport talent’s career in jeopardy over lack of sponsorship
Bewley’s situation is so desperate, his fourth-place finish last time out came with no sponsor on his car.…
How the surging cost of going out is changing American life
Movie tickets have stayed more on pace with inflation, but costs are sometimes far higher than average in…