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Majority of New Zealanders View Mining Positively, New Poll Finds A new nationwide survey has found that mining enjoys more support than opposition among New Zealanders, with many recognising its contribution to jobs, exports, and economic growth. The Curia Market Research poll, which surveyed 1,400 people across the country,

TSB is selling itself to Heartland Bank for $620 million in a deal that would create New Zealand's largest regional bank. The conditional agreement would see Heartland Group buy all of TSB's shares from the Toi Foundation to create TSB Heartland Bank. The combined bank would

The following people have been recognised with awards in the King's Birthday Honours 2026. The New Zealand Order of Merit DNZM To be Dames Companion of the said Order: Mrs Susan Jean Hassall, ONZM, JP - For services to education Professor Elizabeth Mary Rata - For services to

New Zealand added 4333 jobs in April, but economists warn the gains probably won't last. Stats NZ data showed filled job numbers rose 0.2 percent between March and April — the second consecutive month of growth. Compared to a year earlier, job numbers were up 0.5 percent,

There is a national story, and then there is a Southland story. The Budget announcements might not have everyone around the country jumping for joy. There is still plenty of conversation around caution, and businesses waiting for things to improve before making decisions. But honestly, Southland has never really operated

Gun licence fees will not skyrocket after the government found $44.9 million to fund the new firearms system. Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee said the Budget 2026 funding would prevent licence fees rising to six and a half times their current level. "This funding ensures New Zealand can

Childcare centres will get extra funding six months early after the Government brought forward a $40 million boost. Associate Education Minister David Seymour announced the 1.5 percent subsidy increase will now come in July 2026, instead of January 2027. "There are few things as important to Kiwi parents

New Zealand will return to budget surplus a year earlier than expected, with Finance Minister Nicola Willis delivering a disciplined Budget 2026 focused on getting the books back in order. Treasury now forecasts a $2.6 billion surplus in 2028-29 under the government's preferred measure, compared to a