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Eden Park concerts can become bigger money spinners for Auckland
The stadium could almost triple its annual economic boost to the city if it hosted the 12 concerts it's allowed, new research finds.
Principals' boycott of curriculum roadshows not formal industrial action - union
Union members say they won't attend next month's events promoting the government's curriculum changes until they get a pay offer.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 25th September 2025
In today's episode, Auckland Council has voted in favour of a new housing intensification plan that clears the way for high-rise buildings of up to 15 storeys around public transport hubs; a new… Audio
Property downturn costs one homeowner $1.2 million
The country's median loss is $52,500. Audio
Govt hoping new RBNZ governor will be stabilising force
Former Reserve Bank governor Don Brash is optimistic a new appointee to the role will bring a fresh, transparent communication style. Political reporter Russell Palmer has the story. Audio
Half of Kiwis cut back on fruit and vegetables as costs rise
Numbers cutting back on fresh fruit and vegetables increased from 23.3 percent to 47.7 percent in five years, according to a new report.
Dr Anna Breman appointed Reserve Bank governor
A new governor of the Reserve Bank has been appointed - with Dr Anna Breman set to become the first woman to hold the role. Former Reserve Bank economist Michael Reddell spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Pension age, GST need to rise to meet fiscal hurdles: Treasury
Treasury has warned the retirement age and GST would need to gradually increase over the next 40 years, to solve New Zealand's fiscal challenges. Infometrics chief executive and economist Brad Olsen… Audio
'Misguided intervention': Businesses urge rethink on transaction fee ban
Retail NZ warns the proposed PayWave transaction surcharge ban would spread charges across all purchases, regardless of the payment method. Audio
Who are the candidates for Reserve Bank governor?
The government will announce a new Reserve Bank governor this afternoon.
NZ salary growth slows to just 0.5 percent in three months
The rate salaries in New Zealand are growing is continuing to slow. Seek's Rob Clark spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
The banks offering to help install solar panels on your house
A survey shows nearly half of respondents are considering solar power, as electricity prices rise faster than inflation.
Rising power bills push more kiwis toward solar
It was another winter of power discontent for many households, and banks are expecting more people to inquire about putting solar power systems on their homes as electricity prices rise. Money… Audio
First-home buyers' 10-year, $260,000 rent bill to save deposit
A decade ago, a buyer would have taken nine years to save a 20 percent deposit.
Banking review: scams proving more expensive for victims
Fewer people are complaining about bank scams but those who do get caught in a ruse are on average losing more money, while financial hardship complaints related to banks were...
No Stupid Questions Wednesday 24 September 2025
No Stupid Questions Wednesday 24 September 2025 Audio
Who will the new Reserve Bank governor be?
The new Reserve Bank governor will be announced by Finance Minister Nicola Willis tomorrow. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 23 September 2025
In today's episode, The government is loosening work-to-residency visa settings, creating two pathways to residence for skilled migrants that will start next year, Six thousand doctors and dentists… Audio
How much worse is the economy than two years ago?
Finance Minister Nicola Willis has been under pressure, but how have things changed since the election? Audio
