EconomyCarter rules out intervention on milk pricesAgriculture Minister David Carter has ruled out government intervention to keep milk prices down, saying high international prices will benefit the New Zealand economy.21 Feb 01:00 AM
BDBDAgribusinessDairy prices up again - Fonterra auction up 3.9pc The price of milk powder rose to the highest level since Fonterra began its online auctions in July 2008 in last night's auction.15 Feb 07:00 PM
BDBDOfficial Cash RateCommodities rally overnight on China demandStocks on Wall Street were mixed as investors awaited a fresh reason to extend the rally, while commodities including oil, gold and copper were boosted on hopes that Chinese demand would remain strong.14 Feb 07:00 PM
AgribusinessTranstasman investment deal on agendaFinalising a new transtasman investment agreement is on the agenda in talks between Julia Gillard and John Key.14 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandGreens oppose Gillard addressing NZ ParliamentAllowing the Australian Prime Minister to address NZ's Parliament could undermine its sovereignty, the Greens say.13 Feb 11:10 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Gillard given unique chance to advance 'shared future'11 Feb 04:30 PM
CompaniesSoaring world copper prices a challenge for $2b industryScrap metal dealers and exporters say soaring commodity prices are bringing challenges to an industry that's worth $2b a year to the New Zealand economy.08 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandOne arrested after Greenpeace boards shipOne person has been arrested and four remain on a ship which Greenpeace boarded to prevent it from being unloaded in New Plymouth.05 Feb 03:33 AM
