ANALYSIS: The smallest council had the largest turnout of voters, while Auckland’s turnout was the lowest.
The latest quarterly survey of business opinion suggested activity was flat in the September quarter.
ANALYSIS: In 1965, there were seven working-age Kiwis for every person over 65. Today, there are only four working-age Kiwis for every person over 65, and by 2065, it’s projected to be just two.
ANALYSIS: The Treasury seemed surprised that massive fiscal stimulus actually fuelled the economy.
ANALYSIS: Chris Hipkins says Labour will wait another 12 months before releasing its fiscal plan.
ANALYSIS: It would boost the coalition’s election prospects.
ANALYSIS: Grant Robertson’s legacy is being demolished amid a return to economic orthodoxy.
ANALYSIS: New Zealand reiterates its support for a two-state solution.
ANALYSIS: More people believe NZ is on the wrong track as economy continues to stutter.
ANALYSIS: If not, more substantive reform might be needed.