The September quarter's reprieve from inflation is likely to be temporary, according to one expert.

The Consumers Price Index measure of household expenses rose 3.7 percent in the year to September - down from 4.1 annually to June.

Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says changes since mean it'll go up again - pushed by many costs.

"Going through into building costs, we've seen the likes of international airfares that have gone up, we've seen property maintenance costs lift - all of that just makes us uncomfortable when you take all of that into account." 

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The September quarter's reprieve from inflation is likely to be temporary, according to one expert.
The Consumers Price Index measure of household expenses rose 3.7 percent in the year to September - down from 4.1 annually to June.
Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says changes since mean it'll go up again - pushed by many costs.
"Going through into building costs, we've seen the likes of international airfares that have gone up, we've seen property maintenance costs lift - all of that just makes us uncomfortable when you take all of that into account."&nbsp;
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Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.

Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers. Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.

Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers.

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on inflation dropping to 3.7 percent in the year to September

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National's unveiled a 26 point plan for its first 100 days if re-elected.

The first pledge will be introducing KiwiSaver changes to parliament, including $15,000 for every newborn, and making the scheme compulsory.

Other promises include cutting student loan repayments, extending paid parental leave, boosting Pharmac funding for cancer medicines and capping council rates increases.

Nicola Willis says the party's been campaigning hard on these issues and voters should know what to expect.

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National's unveiled a 26 point plan for its first 100 days if re-elected.
The first pledge will be introducing KiwiSaver changes to parliament, including $15,000 for every newborn, and making the scheme compulsory.
Other promises include cutting student loan repayments, extending paid parental leave, boosting Pharmac funding for cancer medicines and capping council rates increases.
Nicola Willis says the party's been campaigning hard on these issues and voters should know what to expect.
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Nicola Willis: National Finance Spokesperson on the party's plan for first 100 days of re-election

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Ahead of the long weekend, Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson joined Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that Was. 

They discussed the latest from the election campaigning, the aforementioned long weekend for Labour Day, and what makes a business successful. 

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Ahead of the long weekend, Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson joined Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that Was.&nbsp;
They discussed the latest from the election campaigning, the aforementioned long weekend for Labour Day, and what makes a business successful.&nbsp;
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Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Election campaign, long weekends, business success

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THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Friday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Well, a Feeling, Anyway/Friends Like These/Mark the Week/How to Succeed In Business. I Think

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THE RE-WRAP: A Seismic Shift

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on inflation dropping to 3.7 percent in the year to September

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