Katie Bradford

Auckland

Reporter at TVNZ

Political Reporter at 1 NEWS

Business Correspondent 1News/TVNZ. 2018 East West Centre Jefferson Fellow. Views are my own etc. [email protected]

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Analysis: Investment summit an overture to the hopes of a nation

1 month ago | 1news.co.nz | Katie Bradford

Business Correspondent Katie Bradford attended the the overseas investment summit in Auckland this week — or at least the parts open to media. She looks at whether it was the answer to New Zealand's problems. At a glitzy gala dinner at Auckland Museum on Thursday night, international guests enjoyed an opera performance so good that even diehard rock fan (aka the Transport Minister) Chris Bishop enjoyed it.
Raising an Empowered Voice: Teaching My Daughter About Activism, One Conversation at a Time

1 month ago | imperfectlymom.medium.com | Katie Bradford

Katie Bradford·Follow4 min read·--I remember being a teenager, maybe 16 or so, having one of those hours-long phone conversations with a boy I kind of liked — but, of course, we were just friends. He was smart, well-informed, and full of opinions, and he was absolutely flummoxed by the fact that I identified as a Republican at the time. He started asking questions about my beliefs, my values, and how I reconciled them with my political leanings.
Charges filed against two Pak'nSaves for 'misleading specials'

1 month ago | 1news.co.nz | Katie Bradford

The Commerce Commission has filed charges today against two Pak'nSave supermarkets over alleged breaches of the Fair Trading Act. The consumer watchdog been watching supermarkets closely and signalled in December that it would consider filing charges over misleading specials. 1News can now confirm charges have been laid in the Auckland District Court against Pak'nSave Silverdale in Auckland and Pak'nSave Mill Street in Hamilton.
Sky TV takes first-half profit hit amid satellite problems

2 months ago | 1news.co.nz | Katie Bradford

Sky TV's summer satellite issues have led to it taking a financial hit as it announced its half-year results. The broadcaster has suffered a 106% decrease in net profit, registering a $1.75 million loss. It says its satellite migration project and prolonged economic headwinds had contributed to the half-year result.
OCR preview: You betcha - it's likely another rate cut

2 months ago | 1news.co.nz | Katie Bradford

It's the Reserve Bank's first official cash rate (OCR) decision of 2025, and you betcha, it’s likely to be another cut, writes 1News Business Correspondent Katie Bradford. Homeowners – or those dreaming of owning their own slice of Kiwi land – are yet again looking to the central bank's big call at 2pm tomorrow. In fact, you could almost bet the house, or that eye-watering mortgage, on it being another cut of 50 basis points or 0.5%. That would take the rate from 4.25% to 3.75%.
Cite it! Oral citations with the DATA framework

Jan 20, 2025 | tandfonline.com | Matthew Ingram |Katie Bradford

Advanced search Communication Teacher Latest Articles Submit an article Journal homepage Full Article Figures & data References Citations Metrics Reprints & Permissions Read this article /doi/full/10.1080/17404622.2025.2450358?needAccess=true Abstract In most communication studies curricula, presentations are a common assignment for learners to practice effective speaking and listening. Despite the recognized importance of developing oral communication skills, one aspect of oral messaging...
Over 200 jobs under threat at Tokoroa's Kinleith Mill

Nov 19, 2024 | 1news.co.nz | Katie Bradford

The jobs of 230 workers at Tokoroa's Kinleith Mill could go amid a plan to close a section of the site. 1News understands the mill's owners Oji Fibre Solutions have decided to close paper operations, impacting around half the mill's 450-strong workforce. Workers were called into a meeting at 8am, where they are expected to be handed the proposals, which will then go out for consultation. It comes just months after Oji's plans to close its mill in Auckland's Penrose were announced.
Figures shed light on number of New Zealanders working from home

Nov 5, 2024 | 1news.co.nz | Katie Bradford

Figures from Stats NZ have shed light on the number of people working from home in New Zealand. About a third of employees worked from home at some point in the September 2024 quarter, according to data out today. The total number of people working from home was 898,700 in the September quarter. A quarter of those — or 240,000 — worked exclusively from home. A total of 651,800 are "hybrid" workers — at home and at another location.
Du Val failure: New docs reveal depth of concern from regulators

Sep 29, 2024 | 1news.co.nz | Katie Bradford

A suspicious transaction, irregular accounting, financial challenges, and at-risk investors. Documents revealing why the Government took the unusual step of placing the troubled property empire Du Val under statutory management have been publicly released. The Cabinet papers reveal regulator concerns about the risks posed to investors and creditors if Du Val and its multiple entities had been allowed to continue operating.
Du Val: Decision on public release of receivers' report reserved

Sep 2, 2024 | 1news.co.nz | Katie Bradford

A report into who is owed money by collapsed property empire Du Val remains secret – for now. In a rare move, the company – owned by Kenyon and Charlotte Clarke – was placed into statutory management by the Government in August. PWC has taken control of the entire company and its more than 60 entities. It owed about $250 million to creditors. But a receivership report has remained under wraps, with lawyers for Du Val arguing that it shouldn’t be made public.