Business
Flights costing Kiwis as much as $3 per km
Short-hop domestic flights are costing New Zealanders as much as 3 dollars a kilometre if they are booked shortly before travel - and that has prompted calls for change. RNZ's money correspondent… Audio
Kiwisaver funds being lent to high alert countries
New research shows half a billion dollars of New Zealanders' money in KiwiSaver and other retail investments has been lent to countries on 'high alert' for human rights violations. The paper written… Audio
Employment affecting relationships between migrants and locals
Employment advocates say the Government is "driving a wedge" between migrant workers and local communities by urging domestic businesses to prioritise New Zealanders. RNZ Asia's Chen Liu reports. Audio
Tough times for Ruapehu District with business closures
Times have been tough for the Ruapehu District with the closure of two forestry mills and the mothballing of the Chateau Tongariro. Penny Miles reports. Audio
Samoan chef dines out on top international food award
Two years ago Henry Onesemo and his wife Debby started Tala, a fine-dining restaurant in Auckland serving Samoan cuisine. Audio
Indian commerce minister visits New Zealand amid trade ‘momentum’
A team of trade negotiators from India is in New Zealand this week to conduct a fourth round of in-person talks as part of ongoing free trade negotiations.
Evening business for 4 November 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Debt issues down as credit demand rises
Consumers and businesses look to be getting their debt levels under control, while an increase in credit demand points to an emerging economic recovery.
Business Commentator Victoria Young
There are signs of green shoots in the economy with several company AGMs showing positive sentiment. The FMA pings accountants, lawyers for misuse of investor certificates. New research lays out who… Audio
Licensing trusts respond to MPs move for more alcohol sales
Two of the few remaining licensing Trusts in New Zealand say the community doesn't want alcohol sold at more places in West Auckland. Chief executive of the Trusts, Allan Pollard spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
PSA takes leagal action against ACC's work from home changes
ACC has told staff they must be in the office three days a week, rather than two. Audio
Evening business for 3 November
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio