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Consumer optimism plummets in Wellington
Consumer confidence has turned more pessimistic, and the capital is the most downbeat region of all.
Google parent Alphabet announces first-ever dividend, shares soar
The Google parent announced a dividend of 20 cents per share, cheering investors.
More cuts needed to fix government books - economist
The government can't just rely on axing public sector jobs and has to do more to cut spending, says the chief economist at a free market think tank.
Market Update for 26 April 2024
Business update for [Date Month Year] Audio
Early Business News for 26 April 2024
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
PNG reaps soaring cacao returns but worry for the future
The positives and negatives confronting cacao growers in Papua New Guinea. Audio
Three's Ryan Bridge joining Newstalk ZB?
He is first in line to be the new host of Newstalk ZB's Early Edition morning show, according to a report.
Businesses call for changes to Anzac trading restrictions
Auckland businesses say they will lose out on thousands of dollars in business due to Anzac trading restrictions, and others say the staff costs are too high to justify opening on the public holiday… Audio
Anzac Day trading restrictions: What happens to businesses?
Some will lose out on thousands of dollars, while others say the staff costs are too high to justify opening on the public holiday.
Evening business for 24 April 2024
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Canterbury hospitals on notice to cut spending by $13m by June
The senior leadership team has already held a workshop "to identify local opportunities", leaked documents show.
Canterbury health services told to make savings
Leaked documents show canterbury health services are expected to save more than thirteen million dollars by the middle of the year. Canterbury University's Dr Michael Gousmett speaks to Lisa Owen. Audio
Christchurch City Council reveals $5 million deal for A and P show
The Christchurch City Council has revealed the details of a $5 million deal to protect the future of the New Zealand Agricultural Show - an annual fixture on Canterbury's spring calendar. Reporter… Audio
Telecommunications expert on disaster emergency alert system
A telecommunications expert is warning the government will have to spend a lot more money if it's going to deliver the disaster emergency alert system an independent inquiry has called for. Paul… Audio
Wellington Council calls it quits on Reading cinema deal
Wellington City Council has called it quits on a controversial $32-million-deal with Readings International to reopen the cinema complex on Courtenay Place. Wellington City Councillor Tim Brown spoke… Audio
Christchurch City Council confirms deal to save A and P Show
The Christchurch Council has confirmed a multimillion-dollar deal to save the future of its famous agriculture event, the A & P Show. Christchurch Councillor Sam MacDonald spoke to Morning Report. Audio
