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Thousands sign up for benefit, more job losses on horizon
Over 2000 more people went on the jobseeker benefit in the month of May alone.
Government relaxes car fuel efficiency standards
The government has relaxed car fuel efficiency standards, saying the current rules are too strict for importers. Transport Minister Simeon Brown says the changes aim to reduce transport emissions… Audio
Early Business News for 10 July 2024
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
Has the Reserve Bank gone too far?
The bank needed to slow the economy to bring inflation down. But has it done too much?
Ever thought about buying yourself a job? Some people are doing exactly that
In the face of the economic downturn, some people are doing exactly that. Audio
Evening business for 9 July 2024
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Smart road user charging system 'fairer' than fuel tax
A public policy think tank says "smart" road user charges could be more fair than motorists paying fuel tax.
A new way for you to find a better power deal
Electricity Authority funds the Powerswitch website but it says consultation shows people want an improved service.
Demand for people looking to buy jobs up 50%
ABC business sales, a broker for small businesses said sales have soared in the past three months - and are up more than a third on a year ago, ABC Managing Director Chris Small speaks to Susana… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 9 July 2024
Today on the Pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman previews tonight's show and producer Sam Hollis joins to discuss the unrivalled growth of Amazon 30 years on from the online retailer's launch. Audio
Job ads down, competition up - 'It's a lot tougher'
Finding a role is getting harder, with listings down and more competition than ever from other job hunters.
Permanent generational wealth gap created during Covid
And the boom is unlikely to happen again, economists warn.
Wellington school auctioning off Taylor swift trip
Would you enter a raffle to to see Taylor Swift in London, with flights and seven nights accommodation included? Wellington's Clyde Quay School is guessing a lot of people will... with the raffle on… Audio
Report looks into worker treatment at Dior factory
Investigators in Milan have found workers at Chinese-owned suppliers for Dior have been exploiting workers at factories in Italy, including forcing them to sleep there overnight, according to a report… Audio
Which products have the largest mark-ups in NZ?
Among small, medium and large businesses, antique and used goods dealers are making the largest profits.
How Boeing's plea deal could affect the planemaker
The agreement in principle allows the company to escape a courtroom battle with federal prosecutors.
