GDP shrank 0.2pc in third quarter
Gross domestic product figures released this morning show NZ came close to a double-dip recession this year.
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Media scrutiny forces Carter to cancel holiday on public purse
Independent MP Chris Carter was going to use his international travel perk for an overseas holiday but cancelled it after media found out, it was reported last night.
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Borrowing soars as deficit tops $15b
The amount the Government has to borrow each week has jumped from $250 million a week to $300 million a week.
<i>Fran O'Sullivan</i>: We're in deep, but let's not be a Pig
John Key yesterday displayed all the characteristics of a man deeply afflicted with political Tourette's syndrome.
Govt's deficit is pushing the limit, says Key
Economic data to be released tomorrow will show the Government's fiscal position is on the outer limit of what it regards as acceptable, Prime Minister John Key says.
School fruit programme gets reprieve
Research shows the Fruit in Schools scheme is helping kids stay focused and better behaved in the classroom.
<i>Brian Fallow:</i> Good news, bad news
If the good news is that the Reserve Bank expects rates to be lower for longer, the bad news is why it thinks that.
Treasury ready to advise on privatisation options
Treasury is sitting on advice to the government about options for selling state assets, and is just waiting to be asked to produce it.
Govt signals further round of cuts
The Government has signalled a further round of belt tightening in the public sector.
Govt deficit $1.9b higher than forecast
Finance Minister Bill English has foreshadowed a New Year review of government spending