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'I will f***ing knock you out': TPM email to members alleges Eru Kapa-Kingi threatened Parliament staff

Eru Kapa-Kingi, son of a Te Pāti Māori MP, has responded on social media.

NZ meat prices soar but industry warns of storm clouds ahead

Non-tariff trade barriers are costing the sector $1.5b in lost value each year.

Business leaders back partnership model to tackle big NZ challenges

In the Mood of the Boardroom survey, 68% of leaders back a partnership model.

Business leaders say AI adoption surging, but many still playing catch-up

CEOs gave AI just 2.86 out of 5 for its impact on business performance.

'We've come through it': Honey sector eyes recovery after Covid collapse

A new 15% US tariff poses a fresh challenge for mānuka honey sales.

Debate grows over how Defence will use $12b boost

Only 32% of top CEOs say 2% of GDP is enough to keep New Zealand secure.

Zespri eyes next decade after hitting $4.5b milestone

The exporter now sells to 52 countries, with US sales up 30% despite tariffs.

CEOs push for independent watchdog to oversee government spending

61% of top executives back an independent budget office for NZ.

How Felicity Roxburgh plans to reshape NZ’s trade voice

Exporters lose up to $12b a year from behind‑the‑border trade barriers.

Dairy giants upbeat despite tariffs and global volatility

NZ secured the first dairy free trade deal with the Gulf Cooperation Council.

Boardrooms split on staff outlook as AI reshapes workforce

Executives warn young talent is leaving for higher wages in Australia.

Business leaders back using KiwiSaver and Super Fund for infrastructure

Just over half of top executives back using KiwiSaver to fund projects.

Mood of the Boardroom: Executives call for long-term energy plan

Half of bosses surveyed said coal use would not hurt export competitiveness.

Deputy PM job share gets mixed review from business leaders

Business leaders give the shared deputy role a score of 3.07 out of five.

Scott St John: New Zealand needs a long-term population policy

Accurate population forecasts shape schools, roads, hospitals and housing.

Cruise industry warns NZ risks losing ships as costs bite

New Zealand is pricing itself out of the market for cruise ships