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Ardern’s long shadow
Bill Clinton's famous 'It's the economy, stupid!' will be lingering in ministers' ears.
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News in Brief
Migration continues to increase, in both directions
Departures are now at similar levels seen before covid, but arrivals are yet to match pre-pandemic levels of about 121,000 people a year.
News in Brief
Manufacturing sector shrinks again
New Zealand manufacturers may need to brace for a challenging year.
Primary Sector
ASB expecting 'substantially lower' milk price next season
ASB Bank is forecasting $8.65 per KgMS for this season and $7 for next.
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