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Positive indicators in labour market details, but Kiwibank economists say we need to see 'the labour market really turn, not just stabilise, to have confidence in the recovery'

Positive indicators in labour market details, but Kiwibank economists say we need to see 'the labour market really turn, not just stabilise, to have confidence in the recovery'

Quashed data shows people who auto-renew insurance pay more than those who switch as government launches probe into insurance affordability

Quashed data shows people who auto-renew insurance pay more than those who switch as government launches probe into insurance affordability

Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson says the Government will 'consider necessary initiatives' as premiums continue to grow, raising concerns about insurance affordability and accessibility

Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson says the Government will 'consider necessary initiatives' as premiums continue to grow, raising concerns about insurance affordability and accessibility

Warranties and insurance: Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says temporary suspension proposal 'a precautionary tool to avoid the possibility of disruption to the construction sector'

Warranties and insurance: Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says temporary suspension proposal 'a precautionary tool to avoid the possibility of disruption to the construction sector'

Labour MP Camilla Belich and National MP Greg Fleming combine forces with modern slavery bill that aims to 'stand against exploitation'

Labour MP Camilla Belich and National MP Greg Fleming combine forces with modern slavery bill that aims to 'stand against exploitation'

After more than two decades, National’s Judith Collins will leave politics to head the Law Commission from mid-2026

After more than two decades, National’s Judith Collins will leave politics to head the Law Commission from mid-2026

'Tight control of discretionary government spending': Finance Minister Nicola Willis says Budget 2026 will focus on 'supporting the delivery of core public services'

'Tight control of discretionary government spending': Finance Minister Nicola Willis says Budget 2026 will focus on 'supporting the delivery of core public services'

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announces $1.2 million to support regions impacted by extreme weather events through mayoral relief funds, says there is a strong case for an independent government inquiry

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announces $1.2 million to support regions impacted by extreme weather events through mayoral relief funds, says there is a strong case for an independent government inquiry

Government rejoins the long and winding road towards a beneficial ownership register for companies and limited partnerships. But what about trusts?

Government rejoins the long and winding road towards a beneficial ownership register for companies and limited partnerships. But what about trusts?

With the present government seemingly uninterested in the public benefits of the Lake Onslow pumped hydro scheme, Earl Bardsley identifies the five factors that interest private investors, most of whom will be seeking returns for overseas interests

With the present government seemingly uninterested in the public benefits of the Lake Onslow pumped hydro scheme, Earl Bardsley identifies the five factors that interest private investors, most of whom will be seeking returns for overseas interests

Te Pāti Māori, the Greens, Labour and NZ First could work together, Te Pāti Māori co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer says

Te Pāti Māori, the Greens, Labour and NZ First could work together, Te Pāti Māori co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer says

First Taxpayers’ Union-Curia poll of 2026 shows more people think NZ's heading in the wrong direction than the right direction

First Taxpayers’ Union-Curia poll of 2026 shows more people think NZ's heading in the wrong direction than the right direction

Inland Revenue data for December shows over 6000 KiwiSaver withdrawals due to hardship made in that month

Inland Revenue data for December shows over 6000 KiwiSaver withdrawals due to hardship made in that month

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announces New Zealand’s 2026 general election will be held on November 7. Labour 'fired up and ready to go'

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announces New Zealand’s 2026 general election will be held on November 7. Labour 'fired up and ready to go'

Shake-up to Commerce Commission governance proposes the axing of specific grocery and telecommunications commissioner roles

Shake-up to Commerce Commission governance proposes the axing of specific grocery and telecommunications commissioner roles