Latest from Ministry of Economic Development

Police directive on $500 thefts sparks call for urgent clarification

Retailers are seeking clarity on police directives about low-value theft.

Govt offers $200m for would-be gas investors

Shane Jones says the fund allows the Crown to take a 10%-15% stake.

‘Hanging on till ’26′: Record 400+ queries as businesses seek restructuring advice

More businesses than ever are seeking help with restructuring amid rising unemployment.

Sasha Borissenko: The great Kiwi workplace wipeout

OPINION: The Government is waging war on employment rights.

Editorial: We've reached the point where KiwiSaver changes must occur

OPINION: By 2028 there will be a million Kiwis aged 65 or older.

Power prices: Poll reveals Kiwis’ growing concern

Nearly half of New Zealanders also back breaking up the gentailers.

58m wall, no 'fatal flaws': New details about dam for Heretaunga revealed

'Regional council wants to get the hell out as soon as possible.'

‘Rip-off’: App developer and Consumer say fees will stifle open banking

Government, banks respond.

Opinion: Why more generation won’t solve NZ’s energy woes

OPINION: New Zealand's electricity demand could nearly double by 2050.

Tech Insider: Telcos worry about levy rise, Starlink in the gun, liquidator of Kim Dotcom-founded crypto firm updates

Consumer advocates and the industry are at odds. PLUS: Updates on two crypto liquidations.

‘Really disheartening’: Contract changes could affect Living Wage workers

Nicola Willis says it’ll help businesses access $50 billion in contracts.

Firefighters with wrong gear burned by sulphuric acid - report

Two firefighters wearing incorrect safety gear suffered burns.

Economic growth announcement

Nicola Willis, Erica Stanford and Louise Upston hold announcement about economic growth. Video / NZ Herald

Public sector cuts: $58m so far in redundancy payouts at Govt agencies

Nicola Willis says the cost is small compared to the $6b they're expecting to save.

Matthew Hooton: Government’s savings programme half-hearted, poorly targeted

OPINION: With the dire need to cut costs, agencies should have to justify why they exist.

Audrey Young: Luxon's next four problems and how to deal with them

Opinion: Now it's down to deciding who gets what position.