New ZealandAllen's exit opens up ministry jobThe State Services Commission is about to embark on a search for one of the most prestigious jobs in the public service - head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.26 Nov 04:00 PM
Banking and financeRates cut to help small firms - China bankChina's central bank said its surprise move to cut interest rates for the first time since 2012 is designed to help small firms.25 Nov 01:30 AM
AgribusinessBeef prices continue to set recordsGlobal dairy markets have plummeted but New Zealand beef prices have continued to hit record highs, while sheepmeat prices have stayed firm, Rabobank says.24 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionDo you support NZ's involvement in the TPP agreement?The Trans-Pacific Partnership is a proposed regional free-trade agreement featuring 12 countries from the Asia Pacific region. Do you support NZ's involvement?24 Nov 12:37 AM
ConstructionGardening fertile ground for Mitre 10Gardening is the gigantic seller for New Zealand's biggest DIY, homeware, trade and household goods chains, dominating all other product category lines.21 Nov 11:52 PM
New ZealandChina President: Labour a 'trail blazer'China's President Xi Jinping this morning met new Labour leader Andrew Little and paid tribute to the party's role as a "trail blazer" in the relationship between New Zealand and China.20 Nov 11:03 PM
HealthcareProfit lift boosts F&P HealthcareFisher & Paykel Healthcare shares have soared to a record high after the medical device maker's sixth profit guidance upgrade in two years.20 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFirst Lady of China's birthday giftThe First Lady of China received the ultimate birthday gift today when she was made an honorary doctor.20 Nov 04:12 AM
BDBDBanking and financeNZ dollar whippy after Fed minutes stay mum on interest rate outlook19 Nov 08:38 PM
EconomyDairy in the doldrumsDairy farmers should be able to weather a low payout for the current season, thanks to last year's record milk price, but two poor seasons in a row would put the sector under financial stress,....19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandChina President in NZ: What Key wantsBoth Prime Minister John Key and Opposition leader Andrew Little want to press visiting President Xi Jinping for Chinese investment that benefits New Zealand.19 Nov 04:00 PM
EmploymentIs it better across the Ditch?For a long time the Lucky Country drew Kiwis to its shores, but as its economy changes we look at some of the risks of relocating to Australia.18 Nov 04:00 PM
TourismChina president's open letter to NZAhead of his third visit to New Zealand tonight, China's President Xi Jinping has penned this letter to New Zealanders.18 Nov 04:00 PM
AgribusinessOz plays catch-up with China FTAA freshly inked free trade agreement could allow Australia to play catch-up with New Zealand's ballooning growth in dairy exports into the Chinese market, according to research commissioned by the NZ....18 Nov 04:00 PM
TourismTV deal opens door to ChinaA China-New Zealand television co-production agreement is set to help Kiwi producers access the Chinese market as the country eyes greater controls on foreign television content.18 Nov 04:00 PM
AgribusinessFonterra payout cut looms as prices fallFonterra now looks certain to drop its farmgate payout to its farmers, after prices fell in the latest overnight dairy auction.17 Nov 09:00 PM
OpinionLori Wallach: Congress will force Obama into TPP compromisePresident Barack Obama's Asia trip and related summits have generated much press coverage about the Trans-Pacific Partnership.To the extent the Democratic Party's election drubbing has figured into TPP stories, the implications for the partnership have of17 Nov 08:30 PM
TourismXi's visit big chance to push NZ IncThe Chinese President's state visit is a massive marketing opportunity for NZ, with a large contingent of Chinese media set to arrive this week.17 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Recall Ypres, Hollande? Now sign hereSo much for the catchphrase "Don't mention the war" - these days no leader in want of a free trade deal should let a historic war go to waste, writes Claire Trevett.16 Nov 08:30 PM
BDBDBanking and financeDollar trades near 7-year high against yenThe NZ dollar held near a seven-year high against the yen before services sector and retail sales figures that are expected to show the domestic economy continues to grow apace.16 Nov 07:58 PM
