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Some are starting to wonder if businesses have become too enthusiastic with price rises.
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The nation's weather forecasters are going toe to toe to bring Kiwis the latest updates.
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The long-running rail project has frustrated residents, workers and business owners.
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The National leader wanted to see more fiscal responsibility.
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There were widespread calls for austerity, but the Govt didn't go as far as many expected.
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Overworked, underpaid: What nurses and teachers want from the Budget
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Wellington hostel fire: What we know so far
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Budget 2023: With failing infrastructure, why are we afraid of more debt?
New Zealand has under-invested in infrastructure for decades.
Sleep pods, longer-haul flights, new snacks: The big changes coming to air travel
Optimism remains high in the travel and tourism sectors.
‘Heightened anxiety’: The psychological impact of extreme weather
North Islanders were again on high alert this week.
Thousands of job cuts: The economic storm set to hit Kiwi families
The economic situation is set to become far worse.
Auckland flooding: Why are we seeing more frequent, intense rainfall?
Another major weather event has caught us by surprise.
Is Labour facing 'coalition of chaos' amid drama with Te Pāti Māori and the Greens?
There are question marks hanging over whether these parties could work together.
After the coronation: The challenges ahead for King Charles
The coronation of King Charles was a jubilant affair, but big questions persist.
How Hollywood’s writers’ strike could ruin your favourite TV shows
More than 11,000 writers are striking across the United States.
‘Meka coming back to her whakapapa’: Why Whaitiri’s shock move makes sense
Those familiar with Whaitiri's background and motivations weren't as surprised.
Stadium wars: Eden Park v the waterfront - which will win?
The debate about the future of Auckland's sporting venues is set to heat up.
The Front Page: Why has the Government spent so much money on consultants?
Outside consultants have been raking it in - but this isn't anything new.
Countdown to the Coronation: Everything you need to know about the big event
King Charles III's coronation will be rich in history and tradition.
Will Luxon’s campaign millions be enough to beat Hipkins?
The worlds of politics and money often intertwine.
Rich paying 'lower tax rate than supermarket cashiers': Is it time for change?
Research shows wealthy Kiwis aren't paying their fair share.
Talent battle: NZ faces bigger threat than just Australia
The battle for skilled workers is heating up around the world.
‘Organisation in crisis’: NZ Defence Force battling to hold on to staff
Staff are leaving in droves as they look to better support their families.
Is hosting the Commonwealth Games really a good idea?
It's expensive to host a major sporting event.
‘Swinging a blunt tool’: Has the Reserve Bank gone too far with rates rises?
Economists around the country were caught by surprise.
Covid, RSV, flu: The winter wave of infection heading our way
The coronavirus isn’t the only illness that we’ll have to contend with.
Land of the long red tape: Is it time to loosen NZ’s building restrictions?
A prominent developer is bemoaning New Zealand's red tape.
1800 years and counting: Could the supervolcano at Taupō blow?
Seismologist says the Taupō volcano last erupted around 1800 years ago, in 232 AD.