Over in Australia, unemployment is on the rise and wages haven't kept up with inflation, leaving many to wonder if the trans-Tasman dream is at risk.

The Australian unemployment rate has reached 4.7 percent, and one expert has warned the nation is on track to have the largest increase in unemployment in the developed world over the next year.

 HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham says disposable incomes haven't risen - and Australia's in a 'challenging' spot.

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Over in Australia, unemployment is on the rise and wages haven't kept up with inflation, leaving many to wonder if the trans-Tasman dream is at risk.
The Australian unemployment rate has reached 4.7 percent, and one expert has warned the nation is on track to have the largest increase in unemployment in the developed world over the next year.
&nbsp;HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham says disposable incomes haven't risen - and Australia's in a 'challenging' spot.
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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. 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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Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on whether the 'Australia dream' is fading

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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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Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on whether the 'Australia dream' is fading

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