New ZealandMembers of rainbow community more likely to experience daily feelings of anxiety and depression - reportAcademic says stats provide powerful way for rainbow communities to advocate for needs.09 Nov 11:37 PM
New ZealandAnti-government sentiment could impact next census - officialsNew threats are emerging several months after the Parliament occupation and protests.07 Nov 11:32 PM
New ZealandNo sign of cheaper food bills as supplier costs up 10% a yearHigher prices were charged by suppliers to the supermarkets for about 9000 items.06 Nov 11:44 PM
PremiumPremiumOfficial Cash RateUnemployment tipped for record low, wage growth for record highRecord low unemployment and high wage growth may be viewed as bad economic news this week.30 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand4 out of 5 households unprepared for disaster - Stats NZWellington was the most prepared.27 Oct 01:30 AM
Aged careHousehold inflation: New stats reveal who's getting hit hardestAn especially costly three months for the elderly: Stats shed light on inflation impacts.26 Oct 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionHas inflation peaked? New data to reveal how high cost of living has risenConsumer price index data for the September quarter will provide insight into inflation.16 Oct 04:00 PM
EconomyNoodle-mania: The new culprits behind rising food prices revealedRecipe for big bills: Drivers of surging food prices revealed in new data.12 Oct 10:06 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Data Set: Figuring out GDP is like the world's biggest SudokuThe Data Set is a new fortnightly column exploring the data that affects our lives.27 Sep 04:00 PM
EconomyNZ escapes recession: Bigger-than-expected jump in growthMajor surge in economy defies merchants of doom.15 Sep 12:27 AM
AirlinesTourism numbers bounce back but Covid rule changes too late for some bookingsRelaxation of Covid rules has come too late for some bookings, say tourism groups.11 Sep 10:45 PM
EmploymentWage jump: Weekly earnings jump in biggest leap since records beganThe stats say median wages are well up - but does your paycheck tell the same story?17 Aug 05:27 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeCost of living bites: Fresh produce leaps 10 per centCheesed off at food prices? Fear not, economist says, there's reason to be upbeat.12 Aug 05:24 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPoverty, family background don't explain school exclusion rates for MāoriTeacher bias and low expectations are likely to blame, one expert says.15 Jul 05:00 PM
InvestmentArgosy Property profit down marginallyLeasing inquiry strong for big new industrial estates at Mt Wellington and Onehunga.17 May 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeKiwis shrug off inflation woes to spend more in AprilHospitality is the sector still doing it toughest StatsNZ card transaction data shows.09 May 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChris Hipkins: Growth in public service is goodOPINION: Public Service Minister explains a good public service is a core Labour value.08 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Things are grim': Soaring costs pushing more Kiwis into hardship - advocatesChanges to benefits and Working for Families suggested to soften blow of inflation.21 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyFood prices soar again: 'Lock in elevated prices over 2022' - economistFood prices continued to rise in March, led by basic grocery items.13 Apr 05:37 AM
New ZealandNew Zealand is not as rural as we thinkOnly 2 per cent of New Zealand's population are farmers, rural study finds.11 Apr 07:00 PM
Opinion'Deep unfairness': Truth about NZ's public holidaysA large section of our workforce don't get a day off or extra pay on public holidays.06 Feb 09:00 PM
Official Cash Rate'Really worried': National leader reacts as NZ inflation hits 30-year highCost of living rising at the fastest pace since 1990, Statistics New Zealand says.26 Jan 08:59 PM
RetailConsumer card spending rises 1.9% in DecemberIncrease in card spending providing both confidence and risk for 2022.19 Jan 04:20 AM
New ZealandOpinion: It's going to be a painful wait for new housing in WellingtonWellington City has consented 423 fewer new homes than it did in the previous year.17 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhanganui employers struggle to fill jobs as unemployment dropsBusinesses seeking staff are urged to contact the Ministry of Social Development for help.06 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandEmissions from dairy farms highest everEnvironment Ministry blames fertilisers and says emissions from dairy cows are dropping.04 Aug 06:56 PM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesTrust busting: Is it the beginning of the end for hiding relationship property?Trusts used to hide relationship property are under attack and may be losing their power.30 Jul 05:00 PM
AirlinesBubble's brief boost: Stats show impact of Covid comeback in OzCovid's return in Australia during June reflected in travel stats.13 Jul 10:50 PM
New ZealandScientists reveal how lockdown cleared the airA new study reveals the full picture of how lockdown temporarily cut NZ's air pollution.08 Jun 09:55 PM
New ZealandPost-lockdown baby boom? Statistics reveal the oppositeA decline in births in the March quarter has shown there was no lockdown baby boom.18 May 10:59 PM
BusinessFrom high to low: Record migration plunge on full year of border closureThe first full year of closed borders is reflected in the latest migration numbers17 May 05:15 AM
New Zealand'Really hard done by': The region where deaths are expected to outweigh birthsThe region's population in 2018 was 32,400 and it is predicted to be 30,600 in 2048.13 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandBattle for identity: Fijian-Indians see themselves as PasifikaMassey University sociologist says the community has a strong case.16 Mar 12:08 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Jobs bouncing back from Covid? Not so fastPAYE data suggests employment hasn't recovered as strongly as believed.11 Mar 04:00 PM