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The Government wants to give local bodies more power – that should include the power to tax, Jonathan Barrett argues
17th Jul 24, 12:46pm
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The Government wants to give local bodies more power – that should include the power to tax, Jonathan Barrett argues
Emilie Rutledge says the international economics of oil markets could determine who wins and who loses November's US presidential election
16th Jul 24, 11:02am
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Emilie Rutledge says the international economics of oil markets could determine who wins and who loses November's US presidential election
A nation reinvented: 40 years on from its 1984 victory, the Fourth Labour Government still defines NZ, Richard Shaw says
15th Jul 24, 1:07pm
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A nation reinvented: 40 years on from its 1984 victory, the Fourth Labour Government still defines NZ, Richard Shaw says
AI supercharges data centre energy use – straining the grid and slowing sustainability efforts
12th Jul 24, 8:32am
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AI supercharges data centre energy use – straining the grid and slowing sustainability efforts
Here’s how ‘microgrids’ are empowering regional and remote communities across Australia
5th Jul 24, 11:30am
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Here’s how ‘microgrids’ are empowering regional and remote communities across Australia
When it comes to power, solar is about to leave nuclear and everything else in the shade
3rd Jul 24, 12:27pm
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When it comes to power, solar is about to leave nuclear and everything else in the shade
Record labels are suing tech companies for copying classic songs – and the results could shape the legal future of generative AI
2nd Jul 24, 4:39pm
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Record labels are suing tech companies for copying classic songs – and the results could shape the legal future of generative AI
Joe Biden’s debate disaster – who could replace him on the Democrat ticket in November?
1st Jul 24, 3:15pm
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Joe Biden’s debate disaster – who could replace him on the Democrat ticket in November?
Cheaper mortgages, tamed inflation and even higher home prices: how 29 forecasters see Australia’s economic recovery in 2024-25
1st Jul 24, 11:00am
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Cheaper mortgages, tamed inflation and even higher home prices: how 29 forecasters see Australia’s economic recovery in 2024-25
NZ’s government wants to kick-start a mining boom – but they’re unlikely to hit paydirt, Glenn Banks says
27th Jun 24, 1:15pm
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NZ’s government wants to kick-start a mining boom – but they’re unlikely to hit paydirt, Glenn Banks says
Peter Martin explains why he believes the Australian economy is about to turn up
26th Jun 24, 11:58am
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Peter Martin explains why he believes the Australian economy is about to turn up
Big tech companies were open to online safety regulation – why did NZ’s government scrap the idea?
25th Jun 24, 9:49am
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Big tech companies were open to online safety regulation – why did NZ’s government scrap the idea?
How would a switch to nuclear affect electricity prices for Aussie households and industry?
24th Jun 24, 2:12pm
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How would a switch to nuclear affect electricity prices for Aussie households and industry?
Given it’s now possible to invest in bitcoin on Australia’s largest stock exchange, Marta Khomyn asks if the crypto-asset is going mainstream
22nd Jun 24, 9:28am
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Given it’s now possible to invest in bitcoin on Australia’s largest stock exchange, Marta Khomyn asks if the crypto-asset is going mainstream
Resource management is always political – the Fast-track Approvals Bill is just honest about it, Jeffrey McNeill argues
21st Jun 24, 11:54am
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Resource management is always political – the Fast-track Approvals Bill is just honest about it, Jeffrey McNeill argues
Please stop obsessing over words. It’s quite simple: the RBA thinks inflation is too high, Stephen Bartos says
20th Jun 24, 12:18pm
Please stop obsessing over words. It’s quite simple: the RBA thinks inflation is too high, Stephen Bartos says
People are worried about the media using AI for stories of consequence, but less so for sports and entertainment
20th Jun 24, 9:53am
People are worried about the media using AI for stories of consequence, but less so for sports and entertainment
Anne Twomey says South Australia’s plan to ban political donations raises big risks as well as benefits
18th Jun 24, 12:46pm
Anne Twomey says South Australia’s plan to ban political donations raises big risks as well as benefits
Global demand for oil could peak soon meaning NZ’s plan to revive offshore exploration doesn’t add up, Jen Purdie says
14th Jun 24, 9:48am
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Global demand for oil could peak soon meaning NZ’s plan to revive offshore exploration doesn’t add up, Jen Purdie says
What are the functions of the modern university? Anthony Richardson offers seven answers for the government review
9th Jun 24, 8:30am
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What are the functions of the modern university? Anthony Richardson offers seven answers for the government review
Cryptocurrencies use massive amounts of power – but eco-friendly alternatives come with their own risks
7th Jun 24, 1:38pm
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Cryptocurrencies use massive amounts of power – but eco-friendly alternatives come with their own risks
Solar farms can eat up farmland – but ‘agrivoltaics’ could mean the best of both worlds for NZ farmers
6th Jun 24, 2:29pm
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Solar farms can eat up farmland – but ‘agrivoltaics’ could mean the best of both worlds for NZ farmers
Sue me, if you can. How laws that prevent directors being sued make firms less likely to recall potentially dangerous products
6th Jun 24, 12:33pm
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Sue me, if you can. How laws that prevent directors being sued make firms less likely to recall potentially dangerous products
Martin Brook says New Zealand needs to consider how it can meet the demands of a new economy, practically as well as morally and ethically
5th Jun 24, 9:25am
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Martin Brook says New Zealand needs to consider how it can meet the demands of a new economy, practically as well as morally and ethically
China turns to private hackers as it cracks down on online activists on Tiananmen Square anniversary
4th Jun 24, 9:27am
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China turns to private hackers as it cracks down on online activists on Tiananmen Square anniversary