Category: trade
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Baby Way Recalls Deluxe Adjustable Baby Walker Due to Safety Concerns
Baby Way NZ Limited is recalling its Deluxe Adjustable Baby Walker with Push Handle and Stationary Stand (Model 509), sold between 18 November 2023 and 11 October 2024. This recall expands upon a previous notice issued on 14 January 2025,…
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Baby Way Recalls Deluxe Adjustable Baby Walker Due to Safety Concerns
Baby Way NZ Limited has issued a recall for the Deluxe Adjustable Baby Walker with Push Handle and Stationary Stand (Model 509). This recall expands upon a previous notice issued on January 14, 2025, which offered a fix-up kit with…
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New Zealand's Greenhouse Gas Emissions Drop 1.5% in June 2025 Quarter
Greenhouse gas emissions in Aotearoa New Zealand decreased by 1.5 percent in the June 2025 quarter, according to Stats NZ. The seasonally adjusted figures show a reduction of 287 kilotonnes. Tehseen Islam, environment statistics spokesperson, stated that the "fall in…
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Choking Hazard Prompts Recall of Rubber Ducks Sold at GameOn Arcade
Auckland Coin Machines Ltd T/A GameOn Arcade has issued a recall for rubber ducks sold between June 19, 2025, and October 17, 2025, due to a potential choking hazard. The ducks, sold at GameOn Arcade Queen Street, PLAY Arcade Queensgate…
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New Zealand's Goods Exports Surge in September 2025
New Zealand's overseas merchandise trade statistics for September 2025 reveal a significant increase in goods exports. Compared to September 2024, exports rose by $928 million (19 percent), reaching $5.8 billion. Goods imports also increased, but at a slower pace, rising…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on School E.coli Outbreak
Radio New Zealand is reporting that a school trip to a Canterbury campground led to an E.coli outbreak. RNZ said the school noticed an unusual number of children experiencing car sickness on the return journey. It added that the school…
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New Zealand Food Prices Rise 4.1 Percent Annually
Stats NZ reported today that food prices in New Zealand increased by 4.1 percent in the 12 months to September 2025. This is the smallest annual increase since April 2025. The grocery food group saw the most significant increase, rising…
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New Zealand Electronic Card Transactions Drop in September 2025
Figures released on October 14, 2025, detail changes in electronic card transactions (ECT) for September 2025. The data encompasses debit, credit, and charge card transactions with New Zealand-based merchants, offering insights into consumer spending and economic trends. All figures are…
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Māori Business Statistics Show Slight Sales Increase in June 2025 Quarter
Statistics New Zealand reported that in the June 2025 quarter, Māori authorities and related businesses saw a slight increase in sales. The total value of sales reached $1,069 million, up $8.2 million (0.8 percent) compared to the June 2024 quarter.…
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Ultra Violette Lean Screen SPF 50+ Recalled Due to Inconsistent SPF Levels
Ultra Violette is recalling its Lean Screen SPF 50+ sunscreen due to inconsistencies in its Sun Protection Factor (SPF) levels. Testing revealed that the product's SPF may range from 4 to 64. The product was sold between 1 October 2020…
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Steelcraft and Britax Strollers Recalled in New Zealand
Britax Childcare (NZ) Ltd has issued a recall for Steelcraft One2 V2 and Britax One2 strollers sold at Baby Bunting NZ between January 1, 2024, and October 6, 2025. The recall affects Steelcraft One2 V2 strollers with series number RM-S287T…
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Stats NZ Releases Household Labour Force Survey Data for September 2025 Quarter
Stats NZ released the household labour force survey estimated working-age population table for the September 2025 quarter. This table provides the population benchmarks used to produce household labour force survey estimates for the upcoming labour market statistics release. The Government…
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Pacific Door Systems Recalls Fire Doors Due to Asbestos Contamination
Pacific Door Systems Limited (PDS) has recalled certain fire-rated doors due to potential asbestos contamination. The contamination involves asbestos fibres impacting one category of fire-rated door ‘cores’ (FRB board) used in Pyropanel fire-rated doors. The FRB board is manufactured by…
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Smartfoods Limited Recalls Tom & Luke and Vogel's Products Due to Metal Contamination
Smartfoods Limited has issued a recall for specific batches of Tom & Luke brand Protein Peanut Brownie Snackaballs and Vogel's brand Cluster Crunch Peanut Butter and Daily Protein Plus Almond Pistachio, due to the potential presence of small metal pieces.…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Funding Boost, Port Expansion, Sports, and More
RNZ is reporting that the government has announced a $42.8 million funding boost for the 'Biodiscovery Platform'. It also said that Northport has been granted consent for a major expansion by the Environment Court after committing to new conditions. In…
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Pams Mini Hash Browns Recalled Due to Plastic Contamination
Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd is recalling a specific batch of Pams brand Mini Hash Browns due to the potential presence of foreign matter, specifically hard plastic. The affected product is the Pams brand Mini Hash Browns (750g) with a "Best…
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Gilmours Chopped Peanuts Recalled Due to Metal Contamination
Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd is recalling Gilmours brand Peanuts Chopped due to the possible presence of small metal pieces. The recall affects the 3kg plastic bags of Gilmours brand Peanuts Chopped with batch markings NZ039567 (Best Before: 24/04/2026) and NZ040191…
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FreshLife Chopped Peanuts Recalled Due to Metal Contamination
Scalzo Food Industries issued a recall on FreshLife brand Chopped Peanuts (100g) due to the possible presence of small metal pieces. The affected product has a 'Best before 21 05 2026' date. The product, imported from Brazil, was sold in…
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Recall of Piper’s Milkshake Biscuits Due to Undeclared Pistachio
Reduced to Clear Limited is recalling Piper’s brand Milkshake Biscuits in Original and Caramel flavours due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (pistachio). The recall affects Piper’s brand Milkshake Biscuits Original (120g) with a best before date of 15/04/2026,…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Auckland House Fire, Election
RNZ is reporting that emergency services are at the scene of a house fire in Auckland's Bucklands Beach, where two people have died. It said police have taped off part of Murvale Dr as they investigate. Separately, RNZ reports that…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Latta's Death, Fire Truck Issues
RNZ is reporting that clinical psychologist and media personality Nigel Latta died after being moved into hospice last week. A family spokesperson, Bridgette Tapsell, told RNZ that Latta accepted his fate after being told his body could not take further…
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No Radical Intervention in Broken New Zealand Energy Market
The New Zealand government released a major package aimed at *securing the nation’s energy future*. Finance Minister *Nicola Willis* and Energy Minister *Simon Watts* delivered the package at 8 a.m., promising targeted measures to ensure reliability, affordability and investment in…
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New Zealand Government Invests in Energy Security
The New Zealand government has assured power companies that capital is available to support investment in critical electricity infrastructure. Finance Minister Nicola Willis stated, "Reliable and affordable energy is key to New Zealand’s prosperity," emphasizing its importance for households, industries,…
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New Zealand's International Investments Concentrated in Key Nations
New Zealand's balance of payments records the value of the country's transactions with the rest of the world, reflecting changes in financial claims and liabilities. The international investment position provides a snapshot of the country's financial assets and liabilities. As…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Palestinian Reaction, Māori Leader's Death
Radio New Zealand is reporting that a Palestinian man is expressing anger over New Zealand's decision not to recognize Palestine as a state. RNZ also reports on the death of Sir Tumu Te Heuheu, the paramount chief of Ngāti Tūwharetoa,…
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UK and New Zealand Reach Milestone on Auditor Recognition
A Memorandum of Understanding of Recognition Arrangement (MOURA) between the UK’s Financial Reporting Council (FRC) and New Zealand’s Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has reached its two-year anniversary. The agreement, effective from 26 September 2023, allows eligible auditors in both the…
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Trade Depot Recalls Midea Air Fryer Adaptors Due to Non-Compliance
Trade Depot has issued a recall for adaptors supplied with Midea Air Fryers sold between 13 December 2024 and 5 September 2025. The product code is 350117. While the air fryer itself is compliant and safe for normal use, some…
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New Zealand Household Net Worth Increases by 33%
Stats NZ reported today that the median household net worth in New Zealand increased over the three-year period ending June 2024. While wealth increased, the distribution of wealth across New Zealand households remained stable. In the year ending June 2024,…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on House Prices, Speeding Incidents, and Financial Planning
RNZ is reporting that house prices in New Zealand are generally flat, but values are starting to increase in some of the country's more affordable areas. It said property research firm Cotality, formerly Corelogic, released data showing the performance of…
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New Zealand's GDP Declines by 0.9% in June 2025 Quarter
New Zealand's economy experienced a contraction in the June 2025 quarter, according to the latest economic snapshot. The gross domestic product (GDP) fell by 0.9 percent, a reversal from the 0.9 percent increase in the previous quarter. The decline was…
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