The country's soon going to see if the Government will stay true to its proclaimed 'year of growth'. 

Finance Minister Nicola Willis is hours away from unveiling her second budget and is promising no frills or excess.  

It's been slowly teasing figures, with a vast majority of initiatives being funded through cost-savings and cuts. 

Auckland Business Chamber CEO Simon Bridges told Ryan Bridge it'll need a sufficient response to where the country is at. 

He says businesses will be looking for strong, clear evidence of the "going for growth" agenda. 

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The country's soon going to see if the Government will stay true to its proclaimed 'year of growth'.&nbsp;
Finance Minister Nicola Willis is hours away from unveiling her second budget and is promising no frills or excess. &nbsp;
It's been slowly teasing figures, with a vast majority of initiatives being funded through cost-savings and cuts.&nbsp;
Auckland Business Chamber CEO Simon Bridges told Ryan Bridge it'll need a sufficient response to where the country is at.&nbsp;
He says businesses will be looking for strong, clear evidence of the "going for growth" agenda.&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE&nbsp;

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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.

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Simon Bridges: Auckland Business Chamber CEO ahead of Budget 2025

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