Japan’s Cabinet OKs record defense budget that aims to deter China
Japan’s Cabinet on Friday approved a record defense budget plan exceeding 9 trillion yen ($58 billion) for the…
Shopper stampedes are a thing of the past, but Boxing Day sales are still a big driver of spending
Retailers are anticipating a boost in activity during today’s Boxing Day sales, despite tough economic conditions across Australia.…
Karaka developer spends millions on water fix, unlocking 5000 new homes
Fu admitted he was a selfish saviour because he did it to save his 250-home subdivision with its…
Auckland’s Victopia apartments: Scaffolding to go after $72m fix
Residents began moving back last October but by January 9 this year, people were able to return to…
Wells spends thousands on Comcars to attend grand finals, but has plenty of company
Labor’s Anika Wells kept a Comcar waiting while she attended sporting events on three occasions, costing taxpayers thousands…
Financial controller who spent $289,000 on travel, Uber Eats spared jail
Transactions described in the police summary of facts and a determination of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Disciplinary…
Schools’ spending on cruises, travel, hospitality scrutinised
The report said one school board provided so little financial information auditors could not give an opinion on…
Black Friday spending down in 2025 in blow to retail recovery
“Across the three groups we are tracking weekly, the pattern over the month continues to show more spending…
Government spending 'like there’s no tomorrow’ despite ‘predictable budgetary pressures’ – The Journal
Government spending ‘like there’s no tomorrow’ despite ‘predictable budgetary pressures’ The JournalShare of corporation tax set aside by Govt…
Government borrowing third-highest record in October as people not spending
Government borrowing was higher than expected and consumers tightened their belts, spending less than anticipated, official figures show.…
Colombia’s Petro releases bank records to counter U.S. drug claims, sparking backlash over spending
BOGOTA, Colombia — Colombian president Gustavo Petro has publicly released his bank records in an effort to demonstrate he has…
Fonterra sale: Economists see payout boosting provincial spending
Mike Jones, chief economist at BNZ, said the extra cash flow for farmers would give them options. “I…