Business
The skills employers are looking for
The most in demand work-place skills are communication, relationship-building and team leadership, a new analysis suggests.
What's the secret behind IKEA's global success?
Emile Donovan speaks to University of Otago consumer behaviour expert Professor Lisa McNeill. Audio
Restaurant Brands takeover all but assured as bid reaches key milestone
Finaccess Restauración made the bid of $5.05 a share in late September.
Prestigous Michelin Guide sets its sights on local eateries
Some restaurateurs are starry-eyed at the prospect of the prestigious Michelin Guide setting its sights on eateries across the country. For the first time in 125 years the Michelin guide will include… Audio
Evening business for 6 November 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Over $6 million being spent on bringing Michelin stars to New Zealand
Michelin stars could apparently guide more tourists to Aotearoa. The prestigious stars are awarded to restaurants offering quote " outstanding cooking" and the guide of the same name reviews and… Audio
The latest overseas investment in NZ
A lily bulb processing plant, production forests and land for a gold mine buffer zone are some of the latest purchases by international investors.
Ride and Sing: The Invercargill taxi with a (loud) difference
If you're in Invercargill on a Friday or Saturday night you might catch the bright lights and booming sound of a karaoke taxi. Josh Coats created Super Ridez just five months ago - and it's already… Audio
BNZ reports steady profits despite slow economy
Lending increased nearly 5 percent, with home lending rising at nearly three times the growth in business loans.
Michelin star guides coming to New Zealand restaurants
New Zealand restaurants are to be included on the Michelin Guide. Minister for Tourism and Hospitality Louise Upston spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss following the announcement. Audio
Australian govt to make streaming services produce local shows
The Australian government is bringing in legislation to make international streaming services produce Australian content. The Screen Production and Development Association or SPADA has been… Audio
'People learning to manipulate the system': Call for KiwiSaver changes
There's concern withdrawals are being made for the wrong reasons, like "botox and lip fillers".
Businesses welcoming govt plan to move homeless from city
Business owners are welcoming news that the government plans to act on homelessness in Auckland's CBD. Heart of the City chief executive Viv Beck spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
CEO Interview: Catherine McGrath, Westpac New Zealand
Westpac New Zealand has this week reported a 13% in full year net profit to $1.197 billion. It's a strong result in a tough economy, and it comes as questions continue about competition and the size… Audio
Brighter employment news in Rotorua
With unemployment hitting a nice year high, there's some brighter news in Rotorua. David Tapsell, Chair of the mall owner Pukeroa Oruawhata Trust spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Unemployment reaches nine year high
Unemployment has reached a nine year high, with 160,000 people out of work. Clyde Orchards general manager Kris Robb spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
