BDBDEconomyNZ median house prices hit new highThe median house price in New Zealand rose to a record $380,000 last month as sales jumped by almost a third compared to October 2011, according to new figures.08 Nov 08:45 PM
EconomyStartling data early test for Reserve Bank governorThe worst jobless rate so far this millennium only adds to the evidence that the economy has lost momentum since mid-year.08 Nov 04:30 PM
BDBDEmploymentUnemployment rate upNew Zealand's unemployment rate has risen unexpectedly, increasing to 7.3 per cent - the highest since 1999.07 Nov 09:50 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: US President on edge of fiscal cliffLooking at the US' fiscal numbers it is hard to escape the conclusion that the land of the free is also the land of the free-loader, writes Brian Fallow.07 Nov 04:30 PM
EmploymentSacked meat firm boss awarded $100kAn Invercargill meat company has been ordered to pay its former chief executive more than $100,000 in unpaid bonuses, compensation and other costs.07 Nov 12:15 AM
Official Cash RateWheeler warns against credit growth (+video)Reserve Bank governor Graeme Wheeler has warned excessive credit growth may trip up New Zealand's economic rebalancing and has singled out agricultural debt as being uncomfortably high.06 Nov 11:30 PM
OpinionOverseas land figures disputedThe recent debate over how much of our farmland is overseas owned shows very large differences in estimates, writes Bill Rosenberg.06 Nov 08:30 PM
EmploymentNZ's safety record slammedBlame game over Pike River starts in earnest as task force leader describes nation's workplace record as 'extremely poor'.06 Nov 04:30 PM
EconomyRent, don't buy, says economistAucklanders' love affair with property has been questioned by a leading economist who says renting makes more sense.05 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionPeter Lyons: More fun than mowing the lawnsI own a major airport, three retirement village operators, a chain of petrol stations, two power companies, two insurance companies, two banks and an iconic fast food operator. I don't own a house and never have.05 Nov 04:30 PM
EmploymentTop boss slams $1m salariesMore than 40 executives at three of New Zealand's top companies now earn more than $1 million a year, and one of our top bosses has taken a swipe at CEOs' salaries.04 Nov 04:30 PM
EmploymentKiwis want flexible work optionsNinety per cent of New Zealanders say flexible employment options such as working from home are an important factor when looking for a new job.04 Nov 04:30 PM
EmploymentCaregiver neglected disabled manA caregiver refused to put underpants on a physically disabled elderly patient, and left him unshaven and unwashed on top of his tangled catheter.02 Nov 10:00 PM
Employment$185,000 in unpaid bonuses awardedAn Auckland textiles company has been ordered to pay its former general manager $185,000 after it short-changed him on his bonus payments.02 Nov 12:30 AM
EconomyChris Barton: Taxation's black holeNew Zealand is an attractive destination for foreigners who want to make their taxes disappear.01 Nov 08:30 PM
OpinionRussel Norman: NZ has to live within its means againNew Reserve Bank powers and quantitative easing are among tools that could wean us off debt without hurting economy, writes Russell Norman.01 Nov 04:30 PM
EconomyApartment prices to rise: ExpertsChanges to bank lending criteria are making it easier to buy apartments, but experts say increased competition will force prices up in Auckland's overheated market.01 Nov 04:30 PM
