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Downer upbeat on NZ arm
The New Zealand arm of Downer EDI says it's about two years away from completing its part of the Christchurch rebuild. Downer also says it's expects to pay more in wages this year.
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NZ arm stars for Downer EDI
The New Zealand arm of Downer EDI was the shining light of the company's first half.
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Last of 35,000 chemical toilets removed
The last of the 35,000 chemical toilets issued in Christchurch after the 2011 earthquakes has been removed.
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Auckland construction builds growth
Auckland Council says construction in Auckland looks set to join the Christchurch rebuild as a major contributor to New Zealand's economic growth this year.
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Growth forecast warning sounded
First NZ Capital economist Chris Green is warning people to be aware of the underlying drivers behind some of the latest economic growth forecasts.
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Log exports continue to boom
The boom in log exports is continuing, with the price for some logs setting new records.
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Hidden peril in insurance change
A Hamilton quantity surveyor says many New Zealanders are badly undervaluing their homes against loss following changes in housing insurance.
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Christchurch assets sale mooted
The Christchurch City Council is reviewing its assets and has acknowledged that selling some is one option to help pay for its share to rebuild the earthquake-hit city. Audio
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Christchurch City Council to review its assets
Audio 24 Jan 2014In a turnaround from last year, the new-look Christchurch City Council has ordered a review of its assets with an eye to possibly selling some. The council has nearly reached its borrowing limit and… Audio
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Work begins on key projects in rebuild
Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee says he expects a high level of confidence in the Christchurch rebuild this year as work begins on key anchor projects.
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Christchurch on track for rebuild with precinct
Audio 22 Jan 2014The Government is staying upbeat about the Christchurch rebuild despite reports of a landowner pulling out of a 100-million dollar development in the city centre. Audio
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Law change plan for migrant workers
Immigration Minister Michael Woodhouse says the Government is working on legislation that will make the exploitation of legal migrant workers a criminal matter rather than a civil one. Audio
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Claims of migrants being exploited in Christchurch
Audio 6 Jan 2014The First Union says Filipino immigrants working on the Canterbury rebuild are being exploited by local employers who are making them work weekends for free and aren't paying them for months at a… Audio
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Outspoken for 1 January 2014: Christchurch
Audio 1 Jan 2014Who's having all the say in the rebuilding of Christchurch? Are the people being listened to? Belinda McCammon is joined by the chief executive of Canterbury Employers Chamber of Commerce, Peter… Audio
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Fewer job adverts but market stronger
Fewer jobs were advertised in November but the long-term trend shows the labour market is still strengthening. Audio
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Chamber tells council to sell assets for rebuild
The Christchurch City Council should sell some assets to meet the shortfall highlighted in a new interim report into its finances, the Canterbury Employers Chamber of Commerce says. Audio
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Calls for Christchurch's rebuild plan to be reworked
Audio 20 Dec 2013There are calls for Christchurch's ambitious rebuild plan to go back to the drawing board in light of a critical new report into the Christchurch City Council's finances. The interim report by the… Audio
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Retail spending in Christchurch down slightly
Spending on retail and hospitality in Christchurch has fallen slightly after a period of strong growth.
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Christchurch in the red
A review of the Christchurch council's finances has confirmed what the new mayor says are her worst fears.
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Morning Report: local papers
Len Brown depicted as Incredible Shrinking Mayor; husband killer Helen Milner had a history of dishonesty and family feuds; Christchurch rebuild costs could be higher than forecast.
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Top Stories for Friday 20 December 2013
Audio 20 Dec 2013Bad news for Christchurch City Council, the rebuild will cost more than they budgetted for and they haven't got the money to pay for it. Len Brown wants to move on but one of his main accusers says… Audio
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Bascand eyes boom year for economic growth
The country's top investment management company says next year could be New Zealand's best vintage for economic growth in a decade.
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Big changes to council's senior management tier
Major changes to the senior management structure of the Christchurch City Council have been finalised following staff feedback.
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Sensing City
A web only special where Roger Dennis explains why he believes Christchurch could become the world's first smart city Audio
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Christchurch council credit rating reaffirmed
Standard and Poor's has reaffirmed Christchurch City Council's A+ financial rating but says it remains on a negative outlook because of uncertainties over the final cost of the city's rebuild after…
