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Economist says OCR hike is justified and economy can absorb more rises

Cameron Bagrie says the economy can absorb more, as the official cash rate rises after the Reserve Bank's 25 basis point lift.

They donate $25,000 a year to Meet the Need, representing a beast from each of its more than 112 farms.

Labour Transport spokesperson Tangi Utikere says the cost of living is the number one issue for rural and urban households alike.

Kristi Wright has taken over as executive director of the Fairlight Foundation, following in the footsteps of contributing founder Laura Koot.

New Zealand Farm Environment Trust general manager Sarah Harris says the Coast was one of only two regions the awards did not cover.

Bayleys' Raymond Mountfort says median prices are holding, up 1.3% year on year for mid-2026, while more expensive properties are up 11%.

The sector is calling for stronger recognition of its $340 million export role in government policy.

Blue Skies Weather forecaster Tony Trewinnard says a westerly-focused pattern is driving heavy rain onto the West Coast and cold to the south.

Supplier payout lifted to $17.18 per kilogram of milk solids, pushing search for new sheep milk suppliers across the North Island.

Days in milk, peak cow numbers, lameness and mastitis data all flow through, with reproduction and fertility data to follow.