Category: business
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New Zealand's International Trade Increased in September 2025 Quarter
New Zealand's international trade saw an increase in the September 2025 quarter. Total exports of goods and services reached $25.0 billion, up from $22.3 billion in the same quarter of the previous year. Imports also rose, totaling $30.7 billion, compared…
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Wellington Advent Calendar Returns with Over 50 Deals
The Wellington Advent Calendar is back, offering locals and visitors over 50 deals across Wellington cafés, restaurants, retail stores, events, and experiences throughout December and January. Wellington City Council made the announcement on December 1, 2025. The council encourages subscribers…
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Mecca Heated Towel Rails Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
Nero Tapware NZ has issued a recall for Mecca 240V Single Vertical Heated Towel Rails (NRV902H) due to a potential burn hazard. Testing revealed that when installed vertically, the upper section of the rail can reach excessively high temperatures, up…
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New Zealand Sees Increase in New Home Consents Driven by Townhouses
Aotearoa New Zealand experienced a 6.2 percent increase in new home consents in the year ended October 2025, totaling 35,552, according to Stats NZ. This rise is attributed to higher-density homes, particularly townhouses, flats, and units. Economic indicators spokesperson Michelle…
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaEconomyReal EstateState Governments
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Stats NZ Updates Technical Notes for Linked Employer-Employee Data
Stats NZ has released the 2025 update to the technical notes for the annual statistics produced from the Linked Employer-Employee Data (LEED). LEED annual tables provide information on New Zealanders’ interaction with the labour market and their sources of income.…
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFederal Government Stats NZLEEDLinked Employer-Employee Datalabour marketincomeself-employmentStatistics NZ
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Traffic Congestion Expected with Auckland IKEA Opening
Auckland Transport (AT) and the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) are advising of potential traffic disruptions due to the opening of IKEA’s first New Zealand store on Thursday, December 4, 2025. The store, located near Sylvia Park, is expected to…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Flight Cancellations, Banking Updates, and Sports Wins
RNZ is reporting that airline passengers throughout New Zealand are experiencing flight cancellations, with more possible due to grounded Airbus A320 jets. It said the Banking Association is criticizing social media, technology, and telecommunications companies for insufficient scam prevention measures.…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Warns of Misleading Black Friday Deals
Consumer NZ is reporting that retailers may be misleading consumers about prices during Black Friday sales. It said deals may not be as good as they appear. Consumer NZ also highlighted deals on recommended products, including TVs, Bluetooth speakers, and…
BusinessScience & TechnologyEconomyTradeComputers and Internet
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Creative Sand Recalls Coloured Sand Due to Asbestos Concerns
Creative Sand has initiated a voluntary recall of its coloured sand product after initial testing revealed the presence of mineral fibres consistent with asbestos. While exposure to asbestos does not cause immediate health problems, long-term exposure can lead to health…
HealthBusinessSocial IssuesAustralasiaMedical ScienceEmployment and LaborEducation
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New Zealand Employment Stagnant in October 2025
New Zealand's employment landscape remained largely unchanged in October 2025, with seasonally adjusted filled jobs across all industries remaining flat, decreasing by only 49 jobs to a total of 2.34 million. According to Stats NZ, primary industries experienced a slight…
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Multiple Product Recalls Announced Due to Asbestos Risk, Fire Hazard, and Choking Hazards
Several products have been recalled due to safety concerns, including the presence of asbestos, potential fire hazards, and choking risks. Consumers are urged to stop using the affected products immediately and follow the provided safety guidelines. Two sand art sets,…
HealthBusinessScience & TechnologyAustralasiaMedical ScienceEnergyLegal Product RecallAsbestosFire HazardChoking HazardSand Art SetAir Purifying RespiratorConsumer ProtectionProduct Safety NZ
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Fire and Emergency NZ Urges Union to Halt Strike
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is urging the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) to call off its strike, scheduled for midday to 1pm tomorrow (Friday). This request comes as the Employment Relations Authority considers an application to provide independent…
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New Zealand Government Net Operating Deficit Reaches $5.3 Billion
New Zealand's general government experienced a net operating deficit of $5.3 billion in the year ended June 2025, according to government finance statistics. This follows a $2.0 billion deficit in the previous year. Total operating income saw a 1.5 percent…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessAustralasiaEconomyFinancial MarketsTradeGovernment
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New Zealand's Net Worth Increases 4.2 Percent in 2024
New Zealand's net worth increased by 4.2 percent in the year ended March 2024, driven by a rise in assets that outpaced liabilities. This information comes from the latest annual balance sheets, which provide estimates of assets, liabilities, and net…
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsBankingTradeAustralasia
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New Zealand Retail Sales Surge 1.9% in September Quarter
New Zealand's retail sector experienced a boost in the September 2025 quarter, with total sales volumes increasing by 1.9 percent, according to Stats NZ. The increase equates to $472 million compared to the June 2025 quarter. The figures have been…
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Multiple Product Recalls Announced Due to Asbestos Risk, Fire Hazard, and Choking Hazards
Several products have been recalled due to safety concerns, including the presence of asbestos, potential fire hazards, and choking risks. Consumers are urged to stop using the affected products immediately and follow the provided safety guidelines. Two sand art sets,…
HealthBusinessScience & TechnologyAustralasiaMedical ScienceEmployment and LaborEnergyLegal
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Woop Limited Recalls Pistachio Dukkah Due to Undeclared Peanut Allergen
Woop Limited has initiated a recall of a specific batch of its Woop brand Pistachio Dukkah due to the presence of an undeclared peanut allergen. The affected product is the Woop brand Pistachio Dukkah with a best before date of…
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Wellington City Council Pauses Golden Mile Project, Releases Deloitte Report
Wellington City Council Chief Executive Matt Prosser has released the independent analysis of City Council processes and spending, the Future Fit Pōneke report by Deloitte, on November 25, 2025. In related news, the Golden Mile project has been paused by…
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Stats NZ Details GDP Calculation Changes for September 2025 Quarter
Stats NZ will release a methods paper detailing changes to data and methods used in the upcoming Gross domestic product: September 2025 quarter, scheduled for release on December 18, 2025. According to Stats NZ, the paper offers “an early indication…
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsTradeFederal GovernmentAustralasia
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NZ On Air Boosts Journalism Funding by $1.6m
NZ On Air has extended funding for two journalism initiatives, the Local Democracy Reporting scheme (LDR) and Open Justice, after receiving an additional $1.6m from the Government in Budget 2025. The funding aims to support local journalism, with a focus…
Politics and GovernmentMediaBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingMedia Crisis NZ On AirLocal Democracy ReportingOpen JusticeJournalismFundingAmie Mills
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Stats NZ Corrects Graph Title in October 2025 Overseas Merchandise Trade Report
Stats NZ has corrected the title of a graph in the Overseas merchandise trade: October 2025 news story published on 21 November 2025. The last graph in the news story had the incorrect title of Selected country of origins for…
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Wellington City Council Announces Alcohol Licence Applications
Wellington City Council has announced a list of recent alcohol licence applications that are open for public comment. The applications include a range of establishments, from restaurants and bars to supermarkets and clubs. Among the applicants are: Sage and Salt-Restaurant…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ ranks internet providers, tests toys
Consumer NZ is reporting that it ranked 13 internet providers in New Zealand from best to worst, based on nearly 2,000 survey responses. It said a survey participant could win $500 for completing a car survey. Consumer NZ also said…
BusinessScience & TechnologyWorldAustralasiaComputers and InternetTrade
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New Zealand Meat Exports Hit Record $10 Billion
New Zealand's meat exports have reached a record $10 billion in the year ended October 2025, according to data released today by Stats NZ. "This is the first time that year-ended meat exports have reached $10 billion," said international accounts…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Offers Black Friday Shopping Tips
Consumer NZ is advising shoppers to be wary of Black Friday deals. It said that retailers often tout big savings, but research shows not every deal is a real bargain. Consumer NZ offers a subscription that gives access to product…
BusinessMediaAustralasiaTradeDigital and Print PublishingSocial Issues
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Bondi Sands Sunscreen SPF 50+ Recall Due to Quality Concerns
Bondi Sands has issued a recall for its Zinc Mineral Broad Spectrum UVA & UVB Protection Sunscreen SPF 50+ Face Lotion 60ml and Body Lotion 120ml. The recall affects specific batch numbers sold between December 2023 and November 2025 at…
HealthBusinessScience & TechnologyAustralasiaTradeMedical ScienceSocial Issues
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New Zealand Business Price Indexes Rise in September 2025 Quarter
New Zealand's business price indexes (BPI) saw increases in the September 2025 quarter. The output producers price index (PPI) rose 0.6 percent, while the input PPI increased by 0.2 percent. The farm expenses price index (FEPI) showed a significant rise…
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FMA Updates Guidance on Insider Trading
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) - Te Mana Tātai Hokohoko has released an updated information sheet to promote stronger practices regarding insider trading within the investment industry. This follows engagement with industry participants. The information sheet, titled Insider Trading: where…
BusinessLegalFinancial MarketsEconomyTradeAustralasia Financial Markets AuthorityFMAinsider tradinginvestment industryLouise Ungerinstitutional investorsTe Mana Tātai HokohokoNZ Financial Markets Authority
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New Zealand's Financial Advice Sector Sees Growth, Faces Scams and Misconduct
The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has released its final Financial Advisers Update for 2025, reflecting on a year of progress and engagement within the financial advice sector. The FMA noted the sector is embedding the financial advice regulatory framework, with…
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentLegalScience & TechnologyFinancial MarketsEconomyFederal GovernmentComputers and InternetSocial Issues Financial AdviceFinancial Markets AuthorityFMAScamsFraudRegulatory ReturnsInvestmentNZ Financial Markets Authority
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Trek Recalls Precaliber Bicycles Due to Brake Failure Risk
Trek Bicycle Corporation has announced a recall of specific Trek Precaliber bicycles due to a potential safety hazard. The recall affects Precaliber 12 (Model Year 2026 in Red and Flamingo Pink) and Precaliber 16 (Model Year 2024 in Dark Aquatic,…