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End of a green delusion
Flummoxed as always, environmentalists may yet get a carbon tax thanks to Trump.
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Environment
Think like a forest and save billions of dollars
A new half-hour documentary makes the case for native reforestation.
Economy
Kiwibank looks to grow as FY profit tightens
Kiwibank has flagged the NZ economy to improve in 2026.
Economy
Energy shortage reduces and increases regional emissions
Lack of gas reduces industrial production in Taranaki, but Waikato coal increases.
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