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Expensive solar solution to cut Parliament's emissions
Policy

Expensive solar solution to cut Parliament's emissions

Solar, LEDs at Parliament an expensive way to reduce emissions

Gavin Evans 25 Sep 2020
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Benefits stable as 100,000 come off wage subsidy
Economy

Benefits stable as 100,000 come off wage subsidy

Benefit numbers are holding steady as employers lose wage subsidy support. 

Paul McBeth 25 Sep 2020
Nats propose changes to climate change law, water regulations
News in Brief

Nats propose changes to climate change law, water regulations

National says changes to Zero Carbon Act and water quality regulations are necessary to allow farming to thrive.

Staff reporters 24 Sep 2020
Largest trade surplus in six years
Economy

Largest trade surplus in six years

New Zealand recorded its largest annual trade surplus in six years in August as imports continue to take a hit.The trade surplus was $1.3 billion in the 12 months ended August, compared with a deficit of $5.6 billion in the prior year.Goods exports were worth $60.7 billion, up $1...

Staff reporters 24 Sep 2020


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