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Credit scores remained stable in August level 4 lockdown - data
New data shows mortgage applications have fallen, alongside car loans, personal loans and new credit card applications..
Govt funding for gang-run meth treatment programme cleared
The Auditor General has told National Party MPs there was nothing wrong with two government payments made to gang members.
Auckland water charge hike 'wrong' - ex Watercare CEO
The former head of Auckland's water services says ratepayers face hikes in water charges that are wrong and unnecessary.
Water charges are forecast to double over the next decade, beginning with a 7… Audio
Confusion over university accommodation payments in lockdown
Some university students feel frustrated they weren't told what would happen to their accommodation payments before the 72-hour travel window shut two weeks ago, and are now feeling stuck in their…
The Panel with David Cormack and Ali Jones (Part 2)
Panellists David Cormack and Ali Jones on our trust in the state, support for our tourism industry, and the connection between music and the stock market. Audio
Smaller firms make-up majority of $876m wage subsidy payout
More than a quarter of the country's employees are being propped up by the latest Covid-19 wage subsidy round, with just over $876 million paid out so far.
The Panel with Wendyl Nissen and Sir Ian Taylor (Part 2)
Panellists Wendyl Nissen and Sir Ian Taylor on South Auckland families struggling to access food in lockdown, how to prevent driveway deaths and whether we should bring back hats Audio
Reserve Bank eyes protection for insurance policy holders
The Reserve Bank is proposing to put in place an insurance policyholder protection scheme, along the lines of protection for bank deposits.
Midday Business News for 31 August 2021
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Financial Planner Liz Koh - Nest eggs, the mistakes people make with KiwiSaver
Liz says KiwiSaver is not a 'set and forget' investment. There are many mistakes you can make along the way that can potentially have a significant impact on your retirement outcome. There are… Audio
Medicinal cannabis firm Rua Bioscience posts $6.17m loss
East Coast based medicinal cannabis company Rua Bioscience has recorded a loss of $6.17m, but chief executive Rob Mitchell says this was expected.
Budget services warn over buy now, pay later under lockdown
Budgeting services are warning people not to get carried away with buy now pay later products if they're struggling to get by.
Official documents show that following last year's alert level 4… Audio
The Panel with Julia Whaipooti and Mark Knoff-Thomas (Part 2)
Panellists Julia Whaipooti and Mark Knoff-Thomas on why Auckland Libraries are ditching overdue fines, employee rights under lockdown, and why townhouses are all the rage. Audio
Why coins will continue to stand the test of time
In his new book, When Money Talks: A History of Coins and Numismatics, Professor Frank L. Holt investigates the history of money in the form of coinage and the discipline that studies it, highlighting… Audio
Community projects missing out on pokie funds in lockdown - GMANZ
Hundreds of community projects will suffer because no money is going into pokies during lockdown, a GMANZ spokesperson says.
Queenstown set to lose 'millions and millions' in revenue as Winter Pride festival axed
One of the biggest festivals on Queenstown's calendar has been cancelled as a result of yesterday's lockdown announcement.
Officials keep close eye on 'buy now pay later' usage during lockdown
Official documents show that following last year's nationwide alert level 4 lockdown, there was a significant uptake in buy now pay later usage compared to uptake for other credit products.
Your Money with Mary Holm
Mary discusses Active vs Passive share funds folllowing a listener's letter. Audio
SkyCity Casino reports improved full-year profit
Casino operator SkyCity has reported an improved full-year profit, but revenue was knocked by intermittent Covid closures and it's already counting the cost of the current lockdown.
House resale profits hit record high
A CoreLogic report shows median gain on resales stands at $347,000, but it indicates the strong profits won't last forever.