New Zealand'Needed more than ever': Living wage rises to $29.90 per hourThe new living wage sits $6 above the $23.95 minimum wage.31 Mar 10:17 PM
Politics'Departments have been slow': Act MP presses Collins on English-first branding as Minister 'concerned' at costsJudith Collins has asked for detailed advice on agency rebranding costs. 30 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandGovt seeks public feedback on fuel-related 'red tape' as conflict pushes prices past $3New Zealand is in Phase 1, with enough fuel and no call to stockpile.29 Mar 05:37 AM
PoliticsGovernment considering rapid law change after concerns fuel restrictions not currently legal23 Mar 04:53 AM
PremiumOpinionEd Harvey: Middle East crisis shows why energy independence is a matter of national security09 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumOpinionJackie Lloyd: Construction can't afford to leave half its talent on the sidelines07 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDavid Harvey: How to decode ministers who say they are 'taking advice'OPINION: The phrase often signals delay and strategic ambiguity rather than clarity.01 Mar 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNadine HigginsNadine Higgins: Why I quit a secure job in a tough market – and what you should weigh upOPINION: The questions to ask before you resign from your job.28 Feb 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessTesco walked away from talks to take on supermarket duopoly, documents showAldi and Lidl also declined to engage, leaving the supermarket duopoly intact.27 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandNewly formed Bioeconomy Science Institute to cut 134 jobsThe cuts affect 86 science and 48 professional services roles nationwide.26 Feb 10:33 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark Laurence: We're AI-illiterate, and our economic growth is at stakeOPINION: Nations from the US to Australia are investing heavily in AI skills.17 Feb 05:00 PM
PoliticsRetail crime group chair picked pricier Auckland office over adviceThe group chose a $131,000 Symonds Street office over a cheaper site.15 Feb 12:50 AM
KahuFamily behind burned bakery plead for safety as firefighter strikes escalatePita House in Pakuranga burned down on January 9 during an earlier strike.05 Feb 02:50 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSteve Maharey: What does New Zealand do when the world ruptures?OPINION: If we want to thrive in a ruptured world, NZ must dare to be different.04 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandRetail crime adviser quits over 'untenable' relationship with chairThree of the original five retail crime advisers have now resigned in months.26 Jan 07:17 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Cautiously positive': R&D tax scheme pumps in billions, questions remainResearchers say it’s too early to see if the scheme is driving productivity improvements. 25 Jan 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBenno Blaschke: Why housing reform keeps stalling when politics swervesExperts say real gains in housing affordability will not arrive until the 2030s.21 Jan 08:00 PM
Business61 shops announce closures in 10 days: Will liquidation numbers get worse before they improve?Retail NZ says weak December trading has drained many shops' cash reserves.15 Jan 06:49 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyPower prices to climb again as 2026 election battle lines formPower bills climbed 11.3% in the year to September, with more rises expected.15 Jan 05:11 PM
BusinessElectricity Authority to get tougher fines as power company penalties soarFrom next year, big breaches could cost power firms up to $10m or more.13 Jan 10:46 PM
New ZealandTrade Minister McClay confident Labour will support India Free Trade AgreementThe deal cuts tariffs on about 95% of New Zealand exports to India.24 Dec 04:14 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMartin Gummer: Dear PM, here's how to fix an energy crisisOPINION: An open letter to the Prime Minister calls for an urgent strategy.20 Dec 01:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Unnecessary human cruelty': What Nicola Willis won't do to get the books back in orderThe Ruth Richardson debate was cancelled, but Willis defends her fiscal approach.19 Dec 04:00 PM
EnergyGovernment to open $200m gas fund in January The fund aims to boost gas supply and storage during the energy transition.18 Dec 01:26 AM
OpinionFaster, cheaper … but better? The devil in the resource management reform detailOPINION: More permissive zoning may speed building yet weaken local voices and iwi rights.15 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMarcos Pelenur: Don’t wait out the gas crunch – grab the opportunity to get aheadGas production for this year is now forecast to be 24% lower than earlier estimates.14 Dec 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPhil O’Reilly: Hiring disabled people isn’t charity — it’s smart businessOPINION: Disabled New Zealanders remain among the most excluded in our labour market.13 Dec 07:00 PM
BusinessLost in transition: The businesses trapped by New Zealand's energy crisisGas supply has fallen about 45% in six years as prices for industry double.11 Dec 02:36 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBruce Curtis: How lawyers turn routine legal work into a luxury few can affordOPINION: Many contracts force disputes into private arbitration, keeping rulings secret.10 Dec 05:00 PM