BDBDAgribusinessTrade deficit smaller than expected in JulyThe country's trade deficit was smaller than expected in July as exports of fruit and meat drove overseas sales higher.26 Aug 01:20 AM
BDBDTourismNZ guest nights fall in JuneGuest nights fell across all accommodation sectors except backpacker stays.11 Aug 11:30 PM
BDBDManufacturingUnemployment ticks up to 5.9pcThe jobless rate is up as the number of new jobs created fails to keep pace with an expanding population.04 Aug 11:05 PM
EconomyMigrants for regionsThe Government says a new plan to lure migrants away from Auckland will boost regional economies, but admits it will do little to ease Auckland's housing pressures.26 Jul 05:00 PM
BDBDBusinessMigration rises to a new recordMigrant arrivals climbed 15 percent to 115,700 in the year, while departures fell 8.1 percent to 57,400.20 Jul 11:19 PM
BDBDRetailFresh milk hits lowest price since 2013The average price for 2 litres of blue-top milk was $3.36 in June, down 9.4 per cent from its peak in November 2014.12 Jul 11:18 PM
BDBDTourismGuest nights rise at fastest pace in two yearsThe boost was fuelled by a rebound in both domestic and international travellers and a lift in South Island and hotel park stays.09 Jul 11:40 PM
BDBDBanking and financeRetail card spending stalls in JuneThe economy has started to slow, with confidence declining as dairy prices remain lower for longer.08 Jul 10:49 PM
New ZealandKiwis living 'outside the norm'An analysis released by Statistics New Zealand found tens of thousands of Kiwis don't go home to a traditional house.07 Jul 03:29 AM
BDBDTourismMigration hits new recordNZ has had a net gain of 57,800 migrants in the year through May - the 10th consecutive record-breaking month.22 Jun 12:40 AM
BDBDCompaniesEconomy slumps as dairy crisis bitesGross domestic product grew just 0.2 per cent in the first three months of the year, according to Statistics New Zealand.17 Jun 09:31 PM
BDBDBanking and financePaying by plastic on riseKiwis spent more on their electronic cards in May, as increased retailing of consumables offset a flat month.09 Jun 11:44 PM
BDBDConstructionNZ building consents fall in AprilBuilding consents fell in April, after the previous month's strong gain, as intentions to build houses decreased.28 May 11:19 PM
KahuKiwis are better off and mostly happyStatistics NZ's General Social Survey has been conducted every two years since 2008-09.26 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandKiwis struggle with accepting mental illnessNew Zealanders are accepting of diversity, sexuality and religion but not of mental illness.26 May 03:40 AM
New ZealandMaori, Pacific, Asian populations on the riseNew Zealand’s Maori, Pacific and Asian populations are on the rise, new projections from Statistics New Zealand reveal.21 May 03:24 AM
BDBDTourismNZ migration hits new recordMigration rose to a new annual record in April, as more students arrived from India and China and fewer locals left.20 May 11:41 PM
BDBDEnergyLower fuel costs drive down NZ producer input, output prices in first quarterProducer input and output prices fell in the first quarter, reflecting lower fuel costs and weakness in prices of meat and dairy products.18 May 11:50 PM
KahuMore Kiwis gain degreesMore Kiwis have formal qualifications, according to new census figures released today.12 May 02:24 AM
TourismCricket World Cup boosted visitorsStatistics New Zealand figures out today show national guest nights have risen every month for the past year.12 May 12:20 AM
BDBDBanking and financeCard spending slips in AprilCore retail spending (excluding fuel and vehicle-related spending) fell 0.8 per cent in April, the first time since last June.10 May 11:41 PM
New ZealandLife expectancy gap narrowsData released by Statistics New Zealand today showed the life expectancy for children has increased by one year for females and 1.5 years for males in the past eight years.08 May 03:29 AM
BDBDManufacturingNZ dollar drops US1c on labour dataThe New Zealand dollar has dropped by US1c after labour data out this morning showed wage growth was less than expected.06 May 04:51 AM
All BlacksA star is born - mostly in JanuaryIf your own international rugby dreams have been thwarted but you want your son to one day pull on the All Black jersey, plan ahead and try for a January baby.05 May 05:00 PM
BDBDTourismMigration hits new recordThe country had a net gain of 56,275 migrants in the year through March, 75 per cent higher than the 31,914 gain in the year earlier period.22 Apr 11:45 PM
BDBDEconomyInflation slumps again - CPI dips 0.3pcInflation is down again, with falling petrol prices pushing the consumers price index down 0.3 per cent in the March quarter.19 Apr 11:00 PM
BDBDBanking and financeKiwi shoppers hit the tills in MarchLatest stats show New Zealand consumers are starting to spend up in the shops, with electronic card spending up 3.7 per cent last month.12 Apr 11:55 PM
BDBDBanking and financeRetail card spending up 1.2pc in FebNew Zealanders increased spending on debit and credit cards in February, led by gains in hospitality and apparel as low inflation 09 Mar 11:31 PM
