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Liam Dann: The only way is up for our economy in 2025
OPINION: Last week's GDP shocker took the edge off the Christmas cheer,
Bruce Cotterill: Hard lessons from a tough economic year
Politicians are urged to prioritise unity and decisive action amid economic challenges.
A crazy media year: 24 awards for 2024; TV weather presenter, radio sports host quit roles; 5 newspapers saved
Who's in line for ainfluential TVNZ role?; $1 sales: five NZME community newspapers saved.
Matthew Hooton: Luxon Government guilty of profligacy not austerity
OPINION: Willis urged to adopt drastic spending cuts to avoid economic catastrophe.
Merger by stealth? RNZ to move in with TVNZ in Auckland in 2025
The two public broadcasters will come together physically in Victoria St.
This popular town's newspaper was closing. And then the editor stepped up
A newspaper has been saved, paving the way for several similar deals for other towns.
'Splashing the cash' questions: RNZ boss defends increased salaries, bonuses and staff numbers
Work under way to change content, tone of traditional radio shows to stabilise audiences.
Richard Prebble: My answer to the Cook Strait ferry problem
OPINION: Ferries dilemma reveals deeper port strategy issues.
The advertising landscape is in for a seismic shake-up. Are NZ agencies and clients ready?
A global mega-merger is likely to have ramifications for the Kiwi advertising market.
Sasha Borissenko: Why NZ lawyers face festive season cyber crime surge
OPINION: Cyber crime alert as the Law Society cautions the legal sector on scams.
Liam Dann: Last blast of economic news to offer no tidings of comfort or joy
OPINION: Economy watchers will have to wait a little longer for the silly season
Mary Holm: Can I use my KiwiSaver to buy a campervan?
OPINION: There are rules and restrictions on what you can take your money out for.
Film awards strife: Sponsor's sick Liam Payne joke; TVNZ moves; Exclusive: News bill on hold
'Clusterf***': Anger amid AT advertising tender fallout; UK doco on missing NZ kids.
'Very disappointed': Govt puts digital news bill on hold, may follow hardline new Oz law
The Government has signalled a potentially harder line – but it will be delayed.
Matthew Hooton: Government gets fast-track reform right
OPINION: Expect a construction boom with less risk of corruption than feared.
Editorial: Govt's Kiwibank move a good step in the right direction
OPINION: Ultimately, a public listing may be needed for it to reach a competitive scale.
Richard Prebble: Dairy should be NZ’s economic growth engine not immigration
OPINION: Dairy is a sustainable way to grow the country.
'Frustrating': NZ's biggest advertising tender canned - AT leaves outdoor firms in lurch
AT will start all over again in 2025 as 18 months of work goes by the wayside.
Ruthi Bommoju: How to avoid costly mistakes in restructuring staff
OPINION: If employers don't follow correct processes, a personal grievance case can ensue.
Liam Dann: Reliance on ‘bank of mum and dad' a worrying trend for NZ
How do we stop economic inequality from becoming ever more entrenched?
Bruce Cotterill: Health system in crisis - the need for radical change
Why New Zealand’s health outcomes are declining despite funding boost.
Mary Holm: How do you find a good financial adviser?
OPINION: There two ways to get help – through either a mentor or an adviser.
'Freaked out a bit': TVNZ star reveals why she quit and reaction; RNZ salaries jump $5m in a year
Community editors consider ways to save titles; Former leader takes Whakaata Māori to ERA.
'Shambles': Trouble at Māori TV as 27 roles gone in restructure, HR boss quits
Whakaata Maori issues lengthy press release on confirmed proposals amid internal tensions.
Editorial: Painfully slow sell-down of airport stake has cost Auckland Council millions
EDITORIAL: Political debate about public ownership comes at an opportunity cost.
Matthew Hooton: Luxon in denial about NZ's economy - and sliding support for his Govt
OPINION: The Government seems to prefer to sit on its hands.
'Sad day': NZME to close 14 community papers by Christmas - private buyers may be keen on some titles
'This is a sad day for NZME and it’s not news I want to be sharing.'
Richard Prebble: The coalition Govt is creating red tape as fast as Labour
OPINION: David Seymour's regulation-busting ministry needed more than ever.
Dame Theresa Gattung: Why the 8.2% gender pay gap matters for all Kiwis
OPINION: A new toolkit aims to tackle the gender pay gap in New Zealand.
Ex-Files: Can I make a claim for occupational rent after separation?
Occupational rent claims are discretionary; assess property value for better outcomes.
Liam Dann: RBNZ's grim warning as productivity woes come to a head
OPINION: New Zealand faces a future of slow and low GDP growth on its current path.
Steven Joyce: Wayne Brown’s proposed shake-up of Council Controlled Organisations just rearranging deckchairs
OPINION: Council organisations need to be independent of political whims.
Mary Holm: Will helping out an older friend affect my pension?
OPINION: Most of the answers to a prospective carer's questions are pretty good news.