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Dileepa Fonseka: Risk is a four-letter word in NZ
NZ was once a global leader. Then it got comfortable.
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Trump tariffs are a wealth killer
Two centuries of experience proves the economic foolishness of taxing imports.
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Coal and gold added to critical minerals list
Banks and insurance companies threatened with regulatory retaliation if they block mining.
Economy
Cannabis rule change having impact
Regulatory changes in NZ and Germany have made NZ products more available worldwide.
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