New figures show electric vehicle sales have skyrocketed in just a month.
New Zealand
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Figures provided to 1News by Westpac, based on a comparison of major supermarket prices, show Kiwis are paying noticeably more for common Easter items.
Business
11:43am
Withdrawals from the scheme for financial hardship reasons have increased significantly in recent years.
Mon, Mar 30
The Motor Trade Association said drive-offs are nothing new, but could worsen because of tough financial times.
Crime and Justice
Sat, Mar 28
The Government has confirmed a second toll despite consultation showing "low levels" of public support.
Fri, Mar 27
Finance Minister Nicola Willis outlined "four clear phases" that responded "proportionately" to the risks to New Zealand’s fuel security.
Dealers say electric vehicles are being snapped up as Kiwis look for ways to cut fuel costs.
Environment
Thu, Mar 26
Hastings Mayor Wendy Schollum told Breakfast it was not just those at the plant directly impacted, but the "knock on effect" throughout the wider community.
Wed, Mar 25
The increases come as most major banks raise their rates, with wholesale interest rates trending higher, driving up what it costs them to borrow the money they lend.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis said from April 7, 143,000 working families with children will get an extra $50 a week through a boost to the in-work tax credit.
Tue, Mar 24
The company has refused to say how many jobs are affected.
The Government has announced a support package to ease the impact of increasing fuel prices - but how does it work and who is eligible?
The temporary boost to the in-work tax credit will also expand eligibility to about 14,000 additional working families, who will receive the credit at a reduced rate.
Politics
Reserve Bank Governor Anna Breman has explained how the conflict in the Middle East will impact New Zealand's economy over the near and medium-term.
ASB has raised and lowered some of its home loan rates, citing "volatile" wholesale interest rates that continued to trend higher.
Cabinet has signed off on what support the government will offer in the face of rising fuel costs.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon acknowledged the impact of diesel's role in the economy is key.
Mon, Mar 23
Andrew Harris from Harris Contracting in Ashburton told Breakfast it was the toughest economic conditions he'd ever faced in the sector.
Nicola Willis said the buffer was contingent on ships continuing to show up.
Sun, Mar 22
Not just driving: how the fuel crisis might in turn affect the cost of your coffee, Uber eats and more.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis might be being optimistic if she thinks inflation at 3.7% is a "worst case scenario", one economist says.
Social and economic circumstances have increased people's reliance on cheap and convenient options, says Kelly Garton.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis said it was a "reminder" of why fiscal discipline matters.
Sat, Mar 21
In times like these, finding a few areas where you can exercise some control will help both your bank balance and your mental wellbeing.
Life
From rising grocery bills to global uncertainty, a new TVNZ+ series captures what’s really on New Zealanders’ minds in an election year.
