Best Nz Economy Podcasts (2025)

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NZ economy takes bigger hit than forecast 4:15

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The economy has had a worse-than-expected contraction, shrinking 0.9 percent in the June quarter. Employers and Manufacturers Association's head of advocacy and strategy Alan McDonald spoke to Charlotte Cook.

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US economic stresses rising 7:10

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Kia ora, Welcome to Monday’s Economy Watch where we follow the economic events and trends that affect Aotearoa/New Zealand. I'm David Chaston and this is the international edition from Interest.co.nz. And today we lead with news even the giant American economy can't seem to maintain its momentum, with Trump grabbing at all the levers of government.…

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Astrid Jorgensen: Pub Choir founder on her new book Average At Best 15:39

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Astrid Jorgensen used her love of communal singing to build Pub Choir - a concept she took all the way to America's Got Talent. The idea involves turning a theatre of regular people into a choir and with Jorgensen's tuition and a PowerPoint, any group can sing a three-part harmony. She used her experience to craft a memoir - Average At Best. "Can e…

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Ken Follett: author on his new book Circle of Days 16:44

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Ken Follett's made a name for himself as an author of historical epic novels - and he's got a new one out. After starting his career as a thriller writer in the 70s, Ken’s decision to write The Pillars of the Earth in 1989 set his career on a different trajectory, and it paid off. Pillars has sold over 27 million copies and to date remains his most…

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Whitcoulls Recommends: Culpability and Mother Mary Comes to Me 4:26

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Culpability by Bruce Holsinger. When a self driving car crashes, a family’s lives are thrown into chaos. In the aftermath, questions are raised about responsibility for the accident and where the ethical line between human culpability and the technology is drawn. The people in this family are all keeping secrets from one another, and as these are t…

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Megan Singleton: BloggerAtLarge.com writer on how to properly pre-book flights and accommodation 3:39

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It's common for people to want to build a trip around a big event, but waiting for the flights and hotels to line up can be tricky. Booking things at the last minute can add on a bunch of extra costs, so BloggerAtLarge writer Megan Singleton revealed how you can get ahead and make a booking. She also revealed how to make the most out of a cancellat…

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The Sunday Panel: Did Winston Peters make the right call? 10:06

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This week on the Sunday Panel, resident economist at Opes Partners, Ed McKnight, and Newstalk ZB host Roman Travers joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Foreign Minister Winston Peters confirmed New Zealand wouldn't recognise a Palestinian state at this point in time. Are we surprised by this? The All Blacks m…

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Erin O'Hara: naturopath and wellness expert reveals how menopause and hormone changes impact inflammation 4:10

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Inflammation can be caused by a number of factors, but new research has found there's a link between the condition and hormone changes in women. Loss of oestrogen can affect joints and the connective tissue that 'glues' your skeleton together, and the changes in hormones can result in general muscle aches, pains and stiffness. Naturopath and wellne…

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Full Show Podcast: 28 September 2025 1:56:53

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Listen to the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 28 September. Get the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast every Sunday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Mike van de Elzen: Throw-out roasted vegetable salad 3:52

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Throw-out roasted vegetable salad Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes 6 parsnips, carrots, courgette or buttercup & cut into long wedges 2 tbsp cooking oil Heat oven to 180 degrees. Place the vegetables into a large bowl and toss through oil and spiced salt. Then into a roasting tray ensuring all the veggies are single layer. Bake for 20…

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Dr Michelle Dickinson: nanotechnologist on her top three Ig Nobel award nominees 5:14

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The 2025 Ig Nobel awards have been revealed, with drunk bats, pizza-eating lizards and painted-up zebra cows among this year's nominees. Dr Michelle Dickinson's gone through the nominees - and outlined her top three. Does painting a cow to look like a zebra mean it's bitten less by flies? Scientists have long wondered why zebras are not bitten by f…

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Steve Newall: Flicks.co.nz editor on Bird of the Year 2025 5:51

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The highly-anticipated Bird of the Year vote is set to close tonight - with the champion bird due to be announced tomorrow. The annual contest has grown into a cultural phenomenon, and it's produced plenty of memes, international headlines, a bit of vote-rigging scandal, and even controversy when Last Week Tonight got involved. Flicks.co.nz editor …

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Naomi Boak: former park ranger on the start of Fat Bear Week 2025 8:52

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Fat Bear Week 2025 is under way - and people can now cast their votes for their favourite chunky bear ahead of the winter season. Fat Bear Week is an annual competition between brown bears in Alaska, and the bears are all up against each other as they try to eat as much as they can to prepare for hibernation. Former park ranger and long-time worker…

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Adam Pearse: NZ Herald political reporter on Luxon and Willis underperforming in the annual Mood of the Boardroom survey 4:11

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Questions have been raised as to how the Government can bounce back after the recent Mood of the Boardroom survey result. The annual survey of New Zealand business leaders showed Luxon slipping in the rankings of ministers - from 6th to 15th. NZ Herald political reporter Adam Pearse says the economy isn't improving the way the Government needs and …

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Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB rugby commentator on the All Blacks beating out the Wallabies 33-24 5:55

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The All Blacks have set their eyes on consistency after snaring the Bledisloe Cup for another year. The 33-24 win over the Wallabies keeps the trophy at NZR headquarters - the 23rd consecutive summer it will spend there. Newstalk ZB rugby commentator Elliott Smith says the All Blacks didn't fold like they did in Wellington last time, but there's st…

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Geoffrey Miller: geopolitical analyst on Winston Peters claiming New Zealand won't recognise a Palestinian state 9:12

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An international relations expert is deeming New Zealand's decision on Palestinian statehood as 'surprising'. Winston Peters confirmed at the UN General Assembly that we won't recognise a Palestinian state right now - as the conditions aren't right. Geopolitical analyst Geoffrey Miller says this decision is out of synch with our international allie…

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Full show: Q+A with Jack Tame, September 28 2025 55:28

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With former Permanent Representative of New Zealand to the United Nations Colin Keating, and Auckland mayoral candidates Wayne Brown and Kerrin Leoni.By Q+A with Jack Tame

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Kerrin Leoni: Why I'd be a better Auckland mayor than Wayne Brown 14:50

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Kerrin Leoni: Why I'd be a better Auckland mayor than Wayne Brown by Q+A with Jack TameBy Q+A with Jack Tame

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Wayne Brown: Why I should be re-elected as Auckland's mayor 17:44

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Incumbent Auckland mayor Wayne Brown says his priority, if re-elected, is to "fix" Auckland Transport. .Q+A asks him about his record, how effective he's been influencing central government, and why he has been avoiding some mayoral candidate debates..Join Jack Tame and the Q+A team and find the answers to the questions that matter. Made with the s…

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Former top diplomat on Govt's Palestinian state decision 13:56

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The decision not to recognise a Palestinian state puts New Zealand out of step with the likes of Canada, the UK and Australia. .Colin Keating is New Zealand's former permanent representative to the UN and was outspoken on its Security Council as the Rwanda genocide unfolded. He gives his assessment about what New Zealand's position could mean for i…

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Sam Clouston - REX Recommends 10:09

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In case you missed it... Dom talks with Otematata Station Stock manager Sam Clouston about life on the farm, the growing success of his leather goods business, Clouston Craft, and what products he makes. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram…

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Mark Allen - REX Recommends 36:42

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In case you missed it... Dom talks with 2025 NZ Winegrowers Fellow Mark Allen about his life in viticulture, his role in the creation of the NZ wine industry and his focus on research and innovation. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Fa…

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Midday Report Essentials for Friday 26th September 2025 13:43

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In today's episode, the man who lit the fatal Loafers Lodge blaze has been found guilty of five counts of murder, and guilty of one count of arson. A former minister says bold action is needed to reform the energy sector and help grow the economy.Technology that could reduce methane emissions from cattle by as much as 30 percent is a step closer to…

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Poodles and pups: Rangiora goes barking mad 1:27

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Precious pups and poodles have descended on Rangiora for the National Dog Show. Show director Martin Hewitt spoke to Charlotte Cook.

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Methane-cutting cattle vaccine a step closer to NZ trials 3:05

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Technology that could reduce methane emissions from cattle by as much as 30 percent is a step closer to being trialled in New Zealand. AgriZeroNZ chief executive Wayne McNee spoke to Charlotte Cook.

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Midday Rural News for 26 September 2025 6:52

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Midday Rural News for 26 September 2025.

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Midday Sports News for 26 September 2025 1:51

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Midday Sports News for 26 September 2025.

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Midday Business News for 26 September 2025 9:05

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Midday Business News for 26 September 2025.

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Bridges calls for bold energy reform to boost economy 4:25

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A former minister says bold action is needed to reform the energy sector and help grow the economy. Simon Bridges spoke to Charlotte Cook.

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Loafers Lodge arsonist guilty of five murders 3:22

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The man who lit the fatal Loafers Lodge blaze has been found guilty of five counts of murder, and guilty of one count of arson. Our reporter Lauren Crimp spoke to Charlotte Cook from outside the High Court in Wellington.

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Hugh McDonald - Seeds, science & sports turf 19:32

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Dom talks with Hugh McDonald, CEO of PGG Wrightson Seeds, about the current state of the seed market, the Gene Technology Bill and the business of sports turf. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.…

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Blair Stewart - NZ hops leading the charge on global stage 26:08

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Dom talks with NZ Hops Ltd CEO Blair Stewart about the 2025 harvest, the ongoing success of the Nectaron and Superdelic varieties and the global hop market. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.…

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REX Sep 26 - Blair Stewart from NZ Hops and Hugh McDonald from PGG Wrightson Seeds 49:04

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with NZ Hops Ltd CEO Blair Stewart about the 2025 harvest, the ongoing success of the Nectaron and Superdelic varieties and the global hop market... And he talks with Hugh McDonald, CEO of PGG Wrightson Seeds, about the current state of the seed market, the Gene Technology Bill and the business of sports turf…

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Markets recoil with scepticism 5:16

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Kia ora, Welcome to Friday’s Economy Watch where we follow the economic events and trends that affect Aotearoa/New Zealand. I'm David Chaston and this is the international edition from Interest.co.nz. And today we lead with news that currency markets, bond markets and equity markets all react to unexpectedly 'strong' US data releases overnight, muc…

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Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 25th September 2025 16:04

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In today's episode, Health Minister Simeon Brown says new funding for Health New Zealand will expand access and reduce wait times; There's déjà vu on the streets of New York as New Zealand's foreign affairs minister was stopped from entering a Trump event for the second time; Chatbots may be useful when opening a bank account or solving a problem w…

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'Sweet as' and 'cuzzy bro' in latest Oxford Dictionary 3:39

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If you don't know what the words 'rark', 'lux' or 'hapu' mean, you'll be able to look them up in the next edition of the Oxford English Dictionary. Oxford English Dictionary executive editor Danica Salazar spoke to Charlotte Cook.

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Using AI can be effective as traditional therapy: Research 3:03

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Chatbots may be useful when opening a bank account or solving a problem with your internet connection, but what about solving an argument with your partner? The study's author, Laura Vowells from University of Lausanne, Switzerland, spoke to Charlotte Cook.

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Midday Rural News for 25 September 2025 6:58

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Midday Rural News for 25 September 2025

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Midday Sports News for 25 September 2025 2:16

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Midday Sports News for 25 September 2025

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Midday Business News for 25 September 2025 8:01

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Midday Business News for 25 September 2025

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Road blockades deny Peters attending Trump event in NY 3:54

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There's déjà vu on the streets of New York as New Zealand's foreign affairs minister was stopped from entering a Trump event for the second time. Political reporter Anneke Smith spoke to Charlotte Cook.

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Health Minister announces new funding for Health NZ 4:14

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Health Minister Simeon Brown says new funding for Health New Zealand will expand access and reduce wait times. Former Te Whatu Ora Board Chair Rob Campbell spoke to Charlotte Cook.

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Ginny Dodunski - What's new in the wormwise world? 19:12

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REX Producer Jo Grigg talks with Ginny Dodunski from Wormwise about the new way of remembering the basics of drench resistance using FARMED (Feeding, Avoiding worms, Refugia, Monitor and Effective Drench), the financial cost of having drench resistance and what dropping ewe numbers and increasing cattle can do to the bottom line. Tune in daily for …

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Sam Clouston - Crafting leather goods fit for purpose 10:02

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Dom talks with Otematata Station Stock manager Sam Clouston about life on the farm, the growing success of his leather goods business, Clouston Craft, and what products he makes. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn f…

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Fiona Hugues - The life & times of a food stylist 25:29

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Dom talks with Food Stylist, Cook, Art Director and Consultant Fiona Hugues about what a food stylist actually does, working for some of NZ's biggest and most successful food and beverage producers, and keeping up with the latest trends in styling. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, vis…

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REX Sep 25 - Food stylist Fiona Hugues, Sam Clouston from Cloustan Craft and Ginny Dodunski from Wormwise 57:55

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On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Food Stylist, Cook, Art Director and Consultant Fiona Hugues about what a food stylist actually does, working for some of NZ's biggest and most successful food and beverage producers, and keeping up with the latest trends in styling... He talks with Otematata Station Stock manager Sam Clouston about life…

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America turns economically brittle on Trump corrosion 5:20

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Kia ora, Welcome to Thursday’s Economy Watch where we follow the economic events and trends that affect Aotearoa/New Zealand. I'm David Chaston and this is the international edition from Interest.co.nz. And today we lead with news we are less than a week away from another potential US federal government funding shutdown. But first up today, we can …

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How to spot a bubble 29:47

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Is the market in a bubble? With US exchanges seeing record highs, AI hype still soaring, and a recent US Federal Reserve rate cut, it’s a question some investors are asking. In this episode, we get Scott Phillips’ views on identifying an expensive share price vs a worthy buy—based on his experience as The Motley Fool’s Chief Investment Officer, Adv…

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Inside the government’s multi-billion dollar digital shake-up 38:41

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The way the New Zealand government buys technology is about to change in a big way. A Cabinet paper from Judith Collins, the minister for digitising government, has outlined and approved a plan to centralise IT and digital-related government procurement decisions within the Department of Internal Affairs. Facing up to $13 billion in planned technol…

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Midday Report Essentials for 24 September 2025 14:46

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In today's episode, the coalition government's plan to overhaul the holidays act has had a mixed reaction, with employers broadly supportive and unions flagging some concerns, the rate salaries in New Zealand are growing is continuing to slow, the world's most powerful tropical cyclone this year is ready to hit Hong Kong, voting for local elections…