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Dosh app's banking plans: 'It's about making everyone's lives easier'
A financial technology start-up vying to become a bank says it will be able to provide potential consumers with cheaper fees, better security and an easy-to-use app.
Watch: Govt an 'absolute disgrace' on climate change - Hipkins
The Labour leader says if Luxon was being honest on his overseas trips he would be saying the government is taking New Zealand backwards on climate.
The Pre-Panel for 10 July 2024
Today on the Pre-Panel, Mark Leishman previews tonight's show and producer Sam Hollis joins to discuss the importance of workplace friendships. Audio
OCR remains unchanged at 5.5% for eighth consecutive meeting
However, the Reserve Bank has hinted rate cuts may be closer than previously thought.
Northport container terminal expansion rejected
Plans for a major container terminal have suffered a blow with independent commissioners turning down an application for a multimillion-dollar port expansion.
Number of jobseeker beneficiaries on the rise
Almost 4500 more people have signed up to the Jobseeker Work Ready benefit since the start of May, and business data paints a grim picture with more job losses on the horizon. RNZ's Money… Audio
Warnings over job cuts to science sector
A coalition of the country's leading science groups is warning it will take decades to undo the damage of sweeping jobs cuts to the sector. Between 350 and 360 specialist science jobs have been axed… Audio
Personal finance: David Boyle
David Boyle, formerly of Mint Asset Management, formerly with the Commission for Financial Capability. Audio
Campaign to ban private jets targets Wellington fliers
Airline passengers landing in Wellington yesterday afternoon may've noticed an alteration to the capital's hillside sign. Audio
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.
