Buyers snap up utes ahead of higher fees for polluting vehicles
New car registrations hit a record in February, as people flocked to buy utes before the new tax on polluting vehicles comes into effect.
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Ukraine invasion: NZ economy feeling flow-on effects of sanctions against Russia
It might be happening on the other side of the world but the economic shockwaves of the Russian invasion of Ukraine are reaching New Zealand consumers.
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NZ state-owned investors to sell Russian assets
New Zealand’s state-owned investors are trying to sell some Russian assets.
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Changes needed so the cash system can serve the needs of NZers – Reserve Bank
The central bank’s 2021 cash survey found nearly two-thirds of New Zealanders were using cash to pay for everyday things, compared with nearly everyone in 2017 and 2019.
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Productivity should be concern for environmentalists and economists – NZIER
Poor productivity is hurting New Zealand’s ability to address climate change, according to the Institute of Economic Research (NZIER).
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Hybrid workers the happiest and most innovative employees – study
Covid has ushered in the era of hybrid working, with fewer long and expensive commutes, more time with family, and a chance to work the hours that suit, according to a two-year study.
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Local chapter of a global climate governance initiative launched
Directors are getting some additional help to navigate climate change risks and opportunities, which are expected to have influence well beyond the boardroom table.
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Failure of Otago building company signals tough times for construction sector
The failure of a South Island building company may be a sign of things to come for the construction sector.
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Annual Budget 2022: Waste and climate top the impacts out west
Waitākere Ward Councillors Linda Cooper and Shane Henderson are urging west Aucklanders to make sure they have their say on the council’s Annual Budget, which includes several issues that will impact west Auckland, including changes to waste collection… Continue reading
Credit approvals continue to be hit by changes to rules – Centrix
The latest credit data from Centrix shows lending had become more restrictive since changes to the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act (CCCFA) came into effect in December, as the number of approvals fell again in February.
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