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Talks are underway between McDonald’s and New Zealand's arable industry to encourage the fast food giant to use locally grown grain for its burger buns.
The New Zealand branch of McDonald’s currently uses grain sourced from imported Australian wheat - which then gets processed in Auckland.
The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further.
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The US mid-term elections are set to take place in four weeks, and experts are speculating about what this means for the economy.
Donald Trump's approval rating has fallen - and it's increased the likelihood that the Democrats could take the House.
Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie explained what this could all mean for investors.
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In last night's debate, politicians and influential business leaders outlined their visions for the future of New Zealand's economy.
The future of growth is top of mind for many, and one expert has outlined a plan for how the nation could grow its GDP.
Growth NZ co-chair Bowen Pan says New Zealand needs to focus on the sectors where it can be 'world-class' - as it can't be good at everything.
"This is things like clean, cheap energy, like technology innovation... it's obviously not the whole answer, but it's a really good part of the answer."
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New Zealand Rugby is filing in the High Court to protect its Chiefs trademark as Australian rugby league bosses push ahead with calling the NRL's 19th team the Papua New Guinea Chiefs.
The new team is set to join the competition in 2028, with the official launch intended for October 21.
Chiefs chief executive Simon Graafhuis says there's been 30 years of growth and development for the Super Rugby franchise, and they're hoping to avoid confusion.
"In terms of brand and IP lore, I think it's pretty clear."
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National's small business plan is being seen as practical, but not transformational.
The party's released a 47 point plan to cut red tape for small businesses, which it would implement if re-elected.
It features tweaks to non-trade barriers, employment relations, health and safety, and a review of the compulsory GST registration threshold.
ABC Business Sales Managing Director Chris Small told Mike Hosking that yes, it will help, but it's not particularly transformational or material when you think of being a business owner.
He says the idea is good and they're showing they have a soft spot for small businesses, but they could've put a bit more meat on the bone.
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