The importance of migrants being able to speak English has been highlighted by a new survey which shows level of ability affects migrants' earning power.

Economists are right when they say that people respond to incentives, and teachers are no different, but the responses aren't always the ones we'd want.

Know yourself and understand your environment.

New Zealand food prices fell in April as consumers paid less for soft drinks and supermarket shopping.

Latest property stats show the number of sales eased in April, with prices down slightly from the month before.

The Reserve Bank's view that the kiwi dollar is set to keep falling has reduced prospects of a cut in an official cash rate, economists say.