ConstructionGovt predicts boom year for house buildersBuilders will put up 18,000 to 20,000 new houses this year, according to a forecast.16 Feb 03:00 PM
EconomyMore marrying as recession fades - celebrantsCouples are rushing back to wedding chapels after putting off getting married during the recession.10 Feb 08:44 PM
AgribusinessSheep numbers fall, dairy cows reach recordSheep numbers have continued to fall, dairy cow numbers are rising and grain crops increased markedly, latest agricultural production figures show.08 Feb 11:00 PM
AgribusinessExports down for fourth quarter in a rowExports have fallen for the fourth quarter in a row, but the trends are easing.28 Jan 10:45 PM
New ZealandSmall businesses call for more frontline policeSouth Auckland small business owners are feeling safer after a series of violent attacks in 2008, but say more police and security are needed.25 Jan 11:00 PM
BusinessWill internet kill the video store?The movie rental business is under threat from faster broadband speeds that allow consumers to download films without leaving home.09 Jan 03:00 PM
EconomyNZ annual trade deficit at seven year lowNZ had a lower than expected trade deficit of $269m in November, while the annual trade deficit fell to its lowest level since September 2002.06 Jan 10:46 PM
BusinessBiggest influx of migrants since 2004New Zealand's population is set to swell by 20,000 for this year - the biggest jump in migrants since 2004.20 Dec 11:05 PM
TourismTourist numbers edge upThe number of visitors arriving from overseas edged up slightly in November compared to a year earlier.20 Dec 10:45 PM
