Business
Govt announces changes to supermarket sector
The government's calling it an express lane, a way to get new supermarkets into the country to boost competition and give better deals. Acting political editor Craig McCulloch spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Night n' Day on govt plans to fast-track supermarkets
The government is hoping its new plans to fast-track more supermarkets will help to put a lid on the cost of living through more competition. Night n' Day general manager Matthew Lane spoke to Corin… Audio
NZ's free-trade deal with UAE kicks off
The agriculture, trade and investment minister says the deal is estimated to deliver $42 million in tariff savings per year.
Govt announces fast-track plan for supermarkets
New supermarkets that could boost competition will be eligible for fast-tracked approval, under changes announced by the government. Grocery Action Group chairperson Sue Chetwin spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Evening business for 27 August 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Midday Business News for 27 August 2025
Electricity gentailer Meridian says it put the country ahead of profits as it posted a $452 million dollar full-year loss. Audio
Meridian Energy reports big loss after 'perfect storm'
Meridian had a net loss of $452m over the last year against a net profit of $429m.
New visa for business investors launched
International investors could be given residence after 12 months if they buy an existing business and employ more staff.
Growers meet to tackle sector's big challenges
More than 800 produce companies, growers, regulators and government officials attended the two-day horticulture and RSE conferences in Wellington. Audio
Insurance company stripped of FAP licence
The Financial Markets Authority deregistered Les Vela's sole director and shareholder Le Zhou over the filing of fake health and life insurance claims.
Business News for 27 August 2025
Economic recovery may have been delayed but not derailed - that's the assessment of the country's biggest bank. Audio
Locals range from curious to staunchly opposed on giant gold mine
Australian company Santana Minerals intends to plumb the hills between Bendigo and Ophir for a $4.4 billion gold deposit.
Some Cromwell residents upset over Fast-Tracked gold mine
Some Cromwell residents are up in arms about a giant gold mine, poised for the Fast-Track Bill, and set to start changing their backyard as early as February. Otago-Southland reporter Katie Todd has… Audio
From the NZ Wool Growers Board to the runways of Delhi
Pranay Baidya came to New Zealand for his education and now runs his own fashion label in Delhi, India. He's back in NZ for a series of trunk shows and joins Emile Donovan. Audio
Evening business for 26 August 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Builderscrack stands by vetting system after customers scammed by company found on site
An online site that connects people with verified tradies is standing by its vetting and review system despite a number of customers being out of pocket after using a construction company they found… Audio
