The UK Government is committed to cracking down on mobile phone thefts, after a significant spike in incidents.

New data shows at least 80,000 people have had their phones snatched out of their hands - with only one percent of these cases resulting in arrest.

UK correspondent Enda Brady says the police can't arrest their way out of this epidemic, so manufacturers have been enlisted to build on anti-theft technology.

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The UK Government is committed to cracking down on mobile phone thefts, after a significant spike in incidents.
New data shows at least 80,000 people have had their phones snatched out of their hands - with only one percent of these cases resulting in arrest.
UK correspondent Enda Brady says the police can't arrest their way out of this epidemic, so manufacturers have been enlisted to build on anti-theft technology.
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the Government's plan to crack down on mobile phone thefts

Australia's GDP data is set to be released tomorrow - and experts are outlining their predictions.

This follows last week's inflation data, which is currently at 3.8 percent for the year to July.

HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham is predicting weak economic growth, but rate cuts aren't looking very likely.

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Australia's GDP data is set to be released tomorrow - and experts are outlining their predictions.
This follows last week's inflation data, which is currently at 3.8 percent for the year to July.
HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham is predicting weak economic growth, but rate cuts aren't looking very likely.
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Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist ahead of Australia's GDP announcement

Growing global demand for dairy products and a flat milk supply could be setting the stage for a near-record farm gate milk price this season.

With nine months left in the 2024-2025 season, Jarden and ANZ have outlined their predictions ahead of the latest GDT austion.

The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further.

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Growing global demand for dairy products and a flat milk supply could be setting the stage for a near-record farm gate milk price this season.
With nine months left in the 2024-2025 season, Jarden and ANZ have outlined their predictions ahead of the latest GDT austion.
The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further.
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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the possibility of near-record farm gate milk price this season

New Zealand's chief financial officers have revealed their thoughts in a first of its kind survey.

Hunter Campbell's report reveals 42 percent expect challenging conditions with positive opportunities over the next year.

The survey also revealed 41 percent of CFOs met or exceeded their revenue growth target in 2024.

Infometrics Brad Olsen says they provided a range of concerns including costs, regulation, infrastructure and crime.

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New Zealand's chief financial officers have revealed their thoughts in a first of its kind survey.
Hunter Campbell's report reveals 42 percent expect challenging conditions with positive opportunities over the next year.
The survey also revealed 41 percent of CFOs met or exceeded their revenue growth target in 2024.
Infometrics Brad Olsen says they provided a range of concerns including costs, regulation, infrastructure and crime.
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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the Government's plan to crack down on mobile phone thefts

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