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How much of the economy is really 'up and running' at level 3

Is New Zealand's economy really running at three quarters of capacity?

Winston Peters slams NZ economy, says big changes needed

Anyone who thinks it will be business as usual can forget it, Winston Peters says.

Local Focus: Rotorua businesses nervous about opening up in level 3

Optimism and dread in equal measure for businesses. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Liam Dann: Why strong lockdown gives NZ the economic edge

New Zealand needs to be smart about attracting new investment and finding new markets.

Trade expert urges restart of manufacturing

Trade experts warn exporters fear loss of market share to overseas rivals during lockdown.

Liam Dann: 8 reasons NZ is in good shape to get through this

The situation is grim, and will be for a while, but NZ has some big things going for it.

Antidepressant in short supply as pandemic holds up shipment

Fluoxetine is in short supply after shipment from India held up by Covid-19.

Battle for medical supplies turns dirty in pandemic

The race to secure medical gear has turned dirty as countries try to outbid suppliers.

Recalls for processed meat in US rise drastically

Objects can chip teeth, cause choking and can injure the intestinal tract.

Cadbury announces changes to chocolate blocks

The trial is taking place nowhere else in the world, only New Zealand.

Data points to economic boost

GDP growth has slowed but recent run of strong data suggests it's not as bad as expected.

From high school drop-out to adidas high-flyer

Zion Armstrong has transformed from a cash-strapped Kiwi sprinter to an adidas high-flyer

Cavalier expects first-half loss as sales slide

Challenging trading conditions expected to translate into a $1.1-$1.6m first-half loss.

Westpac: The worst is over, economy headed for rebound

Headwinds remain but the slowdown in GDP growth may have bottomed out, say economists.

Kiwi baggage firm Glidepath sold to French robotics company

Founded by Sir Ken Stevens Glidepath 47 years ago, it grew around the world.

Editorial: 150 job losses huge blow to Whanganui as Mars Petcare pulls out

Our thoughts on the Mars Petcare closure and the loss of 150 jobs