Free Trade: New Zealand Parliament has passed legislation to implement the India–New Zealand free trade agreement, clearing the way for tariffs to be eliminated or sharply reduced on about 95% of NZ exports, with around 57% of exports set to go duty-free from day one and kiwifruit alone expected to save about NZ$125m over five years. Retail Competition: The Commerce Commission is expected to scrutinise competition issues as Mobil NZ’s assets move toward sale, with Allied Petroleum and Waitomo Group flagged as potential buyers. Infrastructure Funding: Government confirms councils will be able to charge development levies from 2029 as part of a shift from the current contribution system, aiming to make growth pay for growth. Energy & LNG: Simeon Brown says an LNG contract will be signed before the election despite Opposition protests, arguing it supports energy security and lower wholesale prices. Business & Markets: NZX 50 snapped a four-day slide as Infratil lifted its earnings outlook on data centre demand, while consumer confidence improved but households still report financial strain. AI in Industry: HEB Construction says an early AI project cut token use and helped build a repeatable framework for operationalising AI across contracts and infrastructure operations. Logistics: DHL Express reports a 16% jump in heavyweight shipments across Asia Pacific excluding China, citing demand for faster movement of critical industrial goods. Medical Devices: Medovate and JEB Technologies will unite into a single medical device company under the Medovate name, expanding end-to-end design, manufacturing and international launch support. Agriculture: Solid start to the new wool selling season, with Ulster Wool reporting higher prices and strong demand across core wool types. Local Governance: Councils can impose new development levies from 2029, while Tolaga Bay wharf repairs remain a flashpoint for residents after structural concerns.